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The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star motel near Victoria Esplanade

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A living room with a red sofa, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a red couch with a blue pillow.
A small kitchenette with a white microwave, a sink, and a white refrigerator. There is a wooden chair and a small table.
A parking lot with several cars and a building with a blue roof.
A compact living space with a red sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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305-307 Fitzherbert Avenue, Hokowhitu, Palmerston North, 4410
  • Place, Victoria Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small drawer unit.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact living space with a red sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a nightstand.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Palmerston North

West End stay.With a stay at this West End motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Victoria Esplanade and 2 miles (3 km) of The Square. Te Manawa and New Zealand Rugby Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Square - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Te Manawa - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Centrepoint Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Holy Smoke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee On Ascot - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

3.5-star motel near Victoria Esplanade
As a guest of The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Event space at this motel measures 592 square feet (55 square meters) and includes a conference center. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Palmerston North motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 592 sq ft of conference space
  • 55 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre offers 13 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves.

This Palmerston North motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
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Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

ASURE Colonial Court
ASURE Colonial Court Motel
ASURE Colonial Court Motel Palmerston North
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ASURE Colonial Court Motel Conference Centre
The Esplanade & Conference
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre to the airport?

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre is 4.4 mi (10-min drive) away from the Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre?

As of Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre on Sept 5, 2026 start from CA $96, excluding 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.

Does The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre.

Does The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre offer free breakfast?

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre have a pool?

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre features outdoor pool access.

Does The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre to downtown Palmerston North?

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre is 1.2 mi away from Palmerston North.

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 221 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was clean with all the cooking facilities. Location was great as it was close to Te Wānanga o Aotearoa where I study form.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Matt and Jazmyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were friendly. Just a bit out dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts were lovely Best part was the spa bath definitely recommend this
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff nice and friendly nice and clean rooms comfy beds will be returning
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked last minute and the property was very accomodating! The beds were comfy and it was very easy parking with multiple food places just down the road. Would stay again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced, centrally situated and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, opposite the Esplanade which my son loved and went several times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place with very friendly staff and a cosy room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neitana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient, warm, great people
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms with easy on-site parking. Super-friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners of the motel were amazingly friendly and so cool to deal with. We will definitely recommend this motel to people and we will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service with an awesome staff member at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carwyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet end of the city by the Esplanade and a walk to the Lido. Pleasant stay and plenty of space for a family of four
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff there were extremely nice, recommended places to eat and go that were really good. Would definitely come back at my next stay at Palmerston north!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price and good location to nearby parks, walks, university and convenience stores
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked our stay at the motel, it was clean & tidy, parking straight outside. Staff is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ke

Liked: Cleanliness
good place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, comfortable and quiet. Welcoming and friendly staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome and farewell from knowledgeable host. Will happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an awesome stay, staff were really friendly. Everything was super clean and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Disliked: Cleanliness
The water pressure in the shower was very low and shower therefore not enjoyable. The unit was not very clean eg you could write your name in the dust on top of the microwave. In saying that, the reception staff were lovely and we had a fun stay in Palmerston North
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026