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Rose City Motel

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel in West End

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Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Room amenity
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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120 - 122 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 04410
  • Place, Centrepoint Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Apartment, Kitchen | In-room dining

Superior Apartment, Kitchen

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room dining

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Palmerston North

Central Palmerston North getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this West End aparthotel, you'll find The Square and City Library. Palmerston North Convention Centre and Te Manawa are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Centrepoint Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Victoria Esplanade - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Holy Smoke - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Rose City Motel

4-star aparthotel in West End
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Rose City Motel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Palmerston North aparthotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rose City Motel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib: NZD 5 per stay
  • Playground

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business center
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 26 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 5.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 5.0 per stay

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

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rose City Motel
Rose City Motel Palmerston North
Rose City Palmerston North
Rose City Motel Aparthotel
Rose City Motel Palmerston North
Rose City Motel Aparthotel Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rose City Motel to the airport?

Rose City Motel is 4.1 mi (12-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 Rose City Motel?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rose City Motel on May 1, 2026 start from CA $115, 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 Rose City Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rose City Motel.

Does Rose City Motel offer free breakfast?

Rose City Motel does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Rose City Motel?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Rose City Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Rose City Motel?

This aparthotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Rose City Motel have a pool?

Rose City Motel does not have a pool.

Does Rose City Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Rose City Motel to downtown Palmerston North?

Rose City Motel is 0.3 mi away from Palmerston North.

Rose City Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 255 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing in particularly stood out but the room was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kerrie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Helpful owners, clean and tidy unit. Quiet while I stayed. Excellent location to P. Nth. CBD.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very easy check-in. Minimal effort after long drive. Close to food and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, pleasantly welcomed, polite
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good, clean motel with everything we needed and a convenient location close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a couple of nights. Easy walk to restaurants & shops. Bathroom seems pretty modern compared to other motels I've stayed at. Easy checkin/checkout outside of office hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good price. Handy to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jo and Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Over all a clean and tidy place. Bed was way too soft and woke up with a sore back. Cutlery was a mismatch from a charity shop. Rung for a create for the room and was quoted $25 more than the web site i booked through. Central to eateries and the plaza. With supermarkets very close.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean, relaxing and enjoyable experience. Dont hear any noise from neighbours at all. Very good rooms for tge price you pay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bharat

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Next time i will ask for room to the rear. Bit noisy at nights worh traffic
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Handy to City Centre
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Travelled with partner
Very good value and comfortably for what we needed. Property and reception area is looking tired and not that inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey, Palmerston North

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good quality, clean accommodation but fixtures and fittings are looking a bit tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
good for my requirements
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Henry, the proprietor, was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Samitha

Liked: Cleanliness
Suited for a full family.Bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not bad. Just lacking a bit of something...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location was central. But the street was very noisy. Property is looking a bit tired now. A large sized unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024