Whakarongo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Palmerston North Hospital

4/5(25 reviews)

If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.

Palmerston North Hospital

The Square

4.5/5(341 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

The Square

Arena Manawatu

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Arena Manawatu

Palmerston North Convention Centre

4/5(36 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Palmerston North Convention Centre

New Zealand Rugby Museum

4.5/5(28 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in New Zealand Rugby Museum during your travels in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

New Zealand Rugby Museum

City Library

4.5/5(19 reviews)

After visiting City Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

City Library

Our pick of the best Whakarongo Hotel Deals

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

4 out of 5
110 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is AU$182 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$182
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

4 out of 5
102 Cuba Street, Palmerston North
The price is AU$150 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$150
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
Great value
"Good value and close to the city. Clean rooms and good service."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
101 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is AU$147 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$147
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (852 reviews)
"Hot tub in the room was amazing!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Cornwall Motor Lodge
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

4.5 out of 5
140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$126
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (734 reviews)
"Lovely old schoo"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
700 Main Street, Palmerston North
The price is AU$136 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$136
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
Friendly, Clean, Quiet
"I’ve stayed here twice and had a great stay both times."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Aspree Motor Inn
Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

3.5 out of 5
124 Fitzherbert Ave, West End, Palmerston North, Manawatu
The price is AU$106 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$106
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (595 reviews)
"Room was very nice - large and in good shape. Bed good. Shower was decent, although temperature not very consistent. But, overall good value"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakarongo

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Kelvin Grove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kelvin Grove and surrounding area, you can visit The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.

Kelvin Grove
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Terrace End

Terrace End might not have many top sights, but The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Terrace End
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Roslyn

While Roslyn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Square and City Library.

Roslyn
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Hokowhitu

Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hokowhitu
Manawatu - Wanganui showing rafting and rapids as well as a small group of people

Palmerston North Central

While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.

Palmerston North Central
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Fitzherbert

Fitzherbert might not have many top sights, but Victoria Esplanade and The Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fitzherbert

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