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A'la Vista Motel

Property class: 3.5

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A modern building with a curved entrance and a sign that reads "A La Vista Welcome".
A compact kitchen with teal cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a television, and a sliding glass door to the outside.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a paved deck. There are white plastic chairs and a table in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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171 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North, 4410
  • Place, Victoria Esplanade
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

Standard Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Palmerston North

Located in West End, A'la Vista Motel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as The Square and City Library. This 3.5-star motel has 17 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Esplanade - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Arena Manawatu - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk

About this property

A'la Vista Motel

Guests of A'la Vista Motel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 3952862

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

A'La Vista Motel
A'La Vista Motel Palmerston North
A'La Vista Palmerston North
A'la Vista Motel Motel
A'la Vista Motel Palmerston North
A'la Vista Motel Motel Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at A'la Vista Motel?

A'la Vista Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at A'la Vista Motel?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A'la Vista Motel on Oct 17, 2026 start from $96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near A'la Vista Motel?

This motel is situated in West End within a short 12-minute walk of The Square and also 13 minutes on foot from City Library. You'll also find Victoria Esplanade and Centrepoint Theatre less than a mile away.

Does A'la Vista Motel have a casino at the property?

No, A'la Vista Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at A'la Vista Motel?

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

Does A'la Vista Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

A'la Vista Motel offers breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will A'la Vista Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at A'la Vista Motel though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from A'la Vista Motel?

The closest major airport to A'la Vista Motel is Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.), which is 3.8 mi away (8 minutes by car).

A'la Vista Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 319 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot , great stay lovely owners🙏🙏
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont stay for work or leisure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place for me and friends to stay while we had an event near by. comfy beds and lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Late night booking. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

No light over d/bed etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
was down visiting son, very nice hotel very quiet would stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really nice, will certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, quiet down the back, plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet motel for local stoppover
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet motel

Great location and nice stay. Nice tepid pool out the back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No further comment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet stay lovely people to deal with easy process thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a 1 night stay. All we needed ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Exactly what we needed for a large family
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Good location and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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6/10 Okay

Very average motel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice getaway

Nice motel. Easy check in with comfortable rooms. Parking right outside the door
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely motel good owners. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome motel. Wish we could stay more often. Value for money. Thanks heaps.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spa bath, such a welcome sight from driving a long way that day. Enjoyed our stay in a very nice motel unit. Thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
My family and I stayed here for two days and found our experience quite enjoyable. The staff were amazing and accommodated to our needs which I appreciated. We stayed in 3 rooms as my whanau is big in numbers and we liked how close and convenient we were to each other.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing host and awesome support staff. We as a team from Wairoa College were well and truely looked after while we stayed here and the facilities were just perfect for us. Thank you Char, Karla and the rest of the team for your awesome hospitality. Nga Mihi Rita
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025