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Fitzherbert Castle Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Palmerston North with free parking

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Front of property
Family Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Property entrance
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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124 Fitzherbert Ave, West End, Palmerston North, Manawatu, 4410
  • Place, The Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Arena Manawatu
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Studio, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Basic Studio, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Palmerston North

Located in West End, Fitzherbert Castle Motel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as The Square and City Library. This 14-room, 3.5-star motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars.
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What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arena Manawatu - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocggi Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Brewers Apprentice - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Motel in Palmerston North with free parking
Guests of Fitzherbert Castle Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. This motel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 18 for adults and NZD 10 to 18 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 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 full breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 to 18.00 for adults, and NZD 10.00 to 18.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Fitzherbert Castle
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Fitzherbert Castle Motel Palmerston North
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Fitzherbert Castle Motel Palmerston North
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Fitzherbert Castle Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

This motel is situated in West End within a 10-minute walk of The Square, City Library, and Te Manawa. You'll also find Centrepoint Theatre and New Zealand Rugby Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Fitzherbert Castle Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Fitzherbert Castle Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom and jetted bathtubs in some.

Does Fitzherbert Castle Motel have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Fitzherbert Castle Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Fitzherbert Castle Motel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will Fitzherbert Castle Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fitzherbert Castle Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Fitzherbert Castle Motel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

The closest major airport to Fitzherbert Castle Motel is Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.), which is 4.1 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fitzherbert Castle Motel.

Fitzherbert Castle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 632 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mat

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, quiet even though on main road. Clean and spacious. Everything we needed - reasonable rate too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice - large and in good shape. Bed good. Shower was decent, although temperature not very consistent. But, overall good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, warm and made me feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ZACHARY

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location. Unit was comfortable and cosy but was quite dark and the bathroom needs renovating. Staff ultra friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Merle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is central to the area we required, cost competitive. Extremely well presented & serviced - staff were simply next level by being proactive, rather than reactive. A refreshing approach to customer service/care.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not arrive before closing time (8pm) but the room was ready for us and the door left on the latch so we could get inside. Excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Avinash

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Palmerston North

It was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and very quite bed was comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, friendly front of house….recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Georgia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the wifi wasn’t great but not a huge problem as we only stayed 1 night. But staff were very friendly and accomodating
Stayed 1 night in May 2025