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Our top choices for Whakarongo hotels

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.

1. Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Roslyn, 5.4 km from Whakarongo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Great stay and kind staff"
Australia
Tanya
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Carramar Motor Inn
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.

2. Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Palmerston North Central, 5.3 km from Whakarongo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (697 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jess
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aspree Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

3. Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel
3.5 star property
Roslyn, 5.2 km from Whakarongo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
"Great value and location"
Australia
Mo
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aztec Motel
A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

4. Drovers Motor Inn

Drovers Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Palmerston North Central, 5 km from Whakarongo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Great place to stay when away on business"
Australia
Bob
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drovers Motor Inn
A modern building with a large glass facade and a covered entrance.

5. Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Palmerston North Central, 5.8 km from Whakarongo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (337 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, great size rooms, comfy bed, very quiet, great location as walking distance to shops, supermarket and restaurants, staff very lovely. Would definately stay again."
Australia
Sharron
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hacienda Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a sofa, a desk, and a wardrobe.

6. Braemar Motor Lodge

Braemar Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Roslyn, 5 km from Whakarongo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (170 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Duane
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Braemar Motor Lodge
A motel sign with a tree in the foreground.

7. Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Palmerston North Central, 5.7 km from Whakarongo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (370 reviews)
"A centrally sited motel, ideal for the one night stay that I wanted."
Australia
Ian
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Alpha Motor Inn
A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard indicating availability, and a clear driveway leading to the parking area.

8. Harringtons Motor Lodge

Harringtons Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (450 reviews)
"Handy to central CBD."
Australia
Helmut
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Harringtons Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

9. Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"Really handy location. Enjoyed the spa bath in the room. Helpful staff and just an enjoyable stay."
Australia
Craig
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cornwall Motor Lodge
A covered walkway with stone flooring, a potted plant, and a bench.

10. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
3.5 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (744 reviews)
"Staff fantastic basic but everything we needed afgordable great location"
Australia
Eliana
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a television, a microwave, a window, and a kitchen area.

11. Abode Motel

Abode Motel
4.0 star property
Roslyn, 5.4 km from Whakarongo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Great little room for me and my daughter for a few nights. A little out of town, but only a 5 minute drive so easy to navigate back into town when needed. Great hot tub too and plenty of parking. Clean room and comfy bed."
Australia
Angela
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Abode Motel
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

12. Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
4.0 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay in palmy north, easy check in, large comfortable room with great view. And right in town with dining and shopping walking distance away. Recommend to all"
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a patio area with a table and chairs.

13. Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
4.5 star property
West End, 6.6 km from Whakarongo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (814 reviews)
"Good parking very good breakfast"
Australia
Tamahae
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
A living room with a red sofa, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

14. The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre
3.5 star property
West End, 6.6 km from Whakarongo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Warm welcome, clean spacious unit ."
Australia
Margaret
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre
A hot tub in a room with a skylight, white walls, and a decorative tree mural.

15. Avenue Motel Palmerston North

Avenue Motel Palmerston North
4.0 star property
West End, 6.6 km from Whakarongo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Very well presented neat and clean property Highly recommend 🙌"
Australia
Maureen
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Avenue Motel Palmerston North
A corner room with a table set for tea, a kettle, and glasses.

16. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (434 reviews)
"Could not fault. Close to shops, wonderful park and gardens. Very clean. Enjoyed the spa bath and comfy bed. Lovely accommodating hosts."
Australia
Ms Darryl
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
Lobby

17. Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
4.0 star property
Palmerston North Central, 6.6 km from Whakarongo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (657 reviews)
"Our stay was very pleasant"
Australia
Robyn
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

18. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
4.0 star property
Palmerston North Central, 7.3 km from Whakarongo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (604 reviews)
"Centrally located, well managed with spacious rooms. Quiet, convenient parking and breakfast service. A pleasant stop over !!"
Australia
Clive
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
3.0 star property
West End, 6.6 km from Whakarongo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Clean, modern apartment. Only a 15 to 20 minute walk to center Would stay again."
Australia
Danielle
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

20. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
West End, 6.5 km from Whakarongo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Awesome all round place to stay"
Australia
Brent
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
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Compare popular hotels in Whakarongo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.
Drovers Motor Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
358 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a sofa, a desk, and a wardrobe.
Braemar Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
170 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.
Aztec Motel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
185 reviews
View
A modern building with a large glass facade and a covered entrance.
Hacienda Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
337 reviews
View
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.
Aspree Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
697 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Whakarongo

Find the best Whakarongo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wind turbines on a misty hilltop with rolling hills in the background.

Palmerston North Central

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

Rolling green hills with a winding path.

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.

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.

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.

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.

Top Whakarongo Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Whakarongo

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

8/10 Good
"Our stay was very pleasant"
Robyn 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

What are the best family hotels in Whakarongo?
For family-friendly accommodation in Whakarongo, consider the Country Home in the City.

This property boasts a remarkable 9.6 rating, making it a highly recommended choice for families. Guests appreciate the outdoor spaces, including a patio and a deck, which are great for relaxation. The air conditioning ensures a comfortable stay, even on warmer days.
When is the best time to go to Whakarongo?
The best time to visit Whakarongo is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warmest and driest, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

During this period, you'll experience average daily temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C, with longer daylight hours. This is superb for exploring the region's natural beauty, such as the nearby Manawatū River Pathway or the various walking tracks in the surrounding countryside. It's also prime time for visiting local farms and orchards, many of which offer tours and fresh produce during the harvest season.

For those looking to enjoy local events and community gatherings, the summer also sees a higher frequency of markets and festivals in the Whakarongo and wider Manawatū area. This provides a great opportunity to experience local culture and cuisine in a relaxed setting.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Whakarongo hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Whakarongo?
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