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Palm City Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Front of property
Children's area
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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31 Georges Drive, Hawke's Bay, Napier, 4110
  • Place, McLean Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 791 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 488 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 393 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Jetted Tub | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 349 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Kitchenette | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Studio, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 326 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Accessible Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Accessible Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

One Bedroom Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Napier

Located in Napier South, Palm City Motor Inn is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Faraday Centre and Nelson Park. This 4-star motel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marine Parade - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Napier Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Central Fire Station Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cappadonna Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Baked By Central Fire Station - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Palm City Motor Inn

Family-friendly motel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Guests staying at Palm City Motor Inn enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Other amenities at this family-friendly motel include a conference center, a business center, and free newspapers.
40-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 to 20 for adults and NZD 14 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Guestaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in and check-out times vary on Sundays. Check-in time starts at 6 PM and check-out time is 8:30 PM.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 19 to January 6:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 20 for adults, and NZD 14 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Palm City Motor
Palm City Motor Inn
Palm City Motor Inn Napier
Palm City Motor Napier
Palm City Motor Inn Motel
Palm City Motor Inn Napier
Palm City Motor Inn Motel Napier

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Palm City Motor Inn?

Palm City Motor Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Palm City Motor Inn?

This motel is situated in Napier South within a short 14-minute walk of McLean Park and also 13 minutes on foot from Nelson Park. You'll also find Faraday Centre and Napier Botanical Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Palm City Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Palm City Motor Inn feature a casino?

No, Palm City Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Palm City Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Palm City Motor Inn?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this motel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Palm City Motor Inn?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Palm City Motor Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Palm City Motor Inn serves continental breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Guestaurant.

Will Palm City Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palm City Motor Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Palm City Motor Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Palm City Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Palm City Motor Inn is Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay), which is 4.1 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Palm City Motor Inn?

No, at Palm City Motor Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Palm City Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 306 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, rooms are spacious and clean. Will be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ema

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient reception, very clean, absolutely recommend, staying here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

c

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Manoj

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
was quiet and near to the city
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very friendly staff. Large room with great bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Walking distance to McLean park.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice fresh rooms, quite large as well. friendly staff, will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here when travelling for a rugby game. Loved everything about our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy, good space, reasonable price - swimming pool. Perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really quiet location with large rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities
Good Restaurant beautiful food great service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff at Palm City Motel in Napier were very nice and very accommodating. Unfortunately the room we were in had an odd and unpleasant smell and the main room only had very bright ceiling lights. Not the most comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central and a great place to stay. Will stay there again next time we are in Napier.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No fuss late check in. Felt safe. Very clean. Everything you need. Great option as had a hire car, so easy to park and short walk to centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jaz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jayden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and tidy, friendly owners. Wifi was intermittent - this is the only improvement I'd suggest.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spacious units with added bonus of bathroom downstairs. Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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