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
Front of property
Studio, Kitchenette | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free self parking

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
31 Georges Drive, Hawke's Bay, Napier, 4110
  • McLean Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Marine Parade
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

Studio, Kitchenette

  • 326 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 791 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Accessible Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 488 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 393 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, Jetted Tub

  • 349 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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.

What's nearby

  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marine Parade - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Napier Prison - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel Napier - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sai Thai Eatery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬14 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.

Languages

English

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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
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Desk
  • 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
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 property will be renovating from June 22 2025 to August 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
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 25.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 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 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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 9 minutes on foot from Faraday Centre. You'll also find Nelson Park 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at 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.

Does Palm City Motor Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palm City Motor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Palm City Motor Inn.

Palm City Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 294 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Joanne, Kapiti Coast

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, the fridge froze our food which was very frustrating and the shower pressure was low. I have stayed here a few times before and it was much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Janis

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not worth the money

The receptionist was really nice, otherwise the room smelled like a funeral home, looked like it was built 50 years ago, a few bugs here and there and the bed was super uncomfortable. Positive points for extra blankets. I paid way too much money for what I got.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Guest restaurant was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Can hear a lot of noise from the guests next door can hear people going up and down the stairs The wifi hardly worked I would stay again but not book the family unit due to the noise
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Saul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Iftikhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mirror in bath was on side wall which is not convenient for shaving Also bath shower was v small
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023