Aparthotel

Rose City Motel

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A motel with a red roof and a sign that reads "ROSE CITY MOTEL".
Front of property – evening/night
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view of trees, and two wall-mounted lights.
Reception
A modern bathroom with a white sink, dark vanity, glass shower enclosure, and a bathtub.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to The Square

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July

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

Choose your unit

Superior Apartment, Kitchen

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen

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

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About this property

Rose City Motel

This aparthotel features a fitness centre, a business centre and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers and a garden. Each apartment provides free WiFi and free wired Internet, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. Added amenities include room service, premium bedding and a coffee/tea maker.
Rose City Motel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

This Palmerston North aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 4164186
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

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rose City Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rose City Motel?

As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rose City Motel on 24 July 2026 start from AU$135, 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.

How much is parking at Rose City Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rose City Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Rose City Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Rose City Motel located?

Located in West End, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Square, City Library and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Te Manawa and Centrepoint Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Rose City Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 259 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hinarangi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
i’ll be back amazing place
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Excellent hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room, easy to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Central location, restaurants, bars and shops all within walking distance. parked up and didn't have to use the car again for 3 all 3 days of our stay. Plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable room, good layout with separate sleeping and living areas. Bathroom contained a good, deep spa bath. Staff were friendly and helpful. Complementary use of washing machine was very welcome; and the provided drying facilities were excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, big spacious room and nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

V E

Liked: Cleanliness
Was perfect for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great comfy spot

Excellent accommodation, in a great location so close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Murray

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

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was super clean and staff most accommodating to our late arrival at the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice & tidy, friendly service and comfortable bedding
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome cute place, maybe could use a booklet highlighting the best places in palmy to visit, but honestly great experience would recommend to anyone looking for affordable, walking distance accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Really comfortable, spacious, easy to book, clean and good quality furnishings. Close to all a.enities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great facilities. Heaps of room, easy parking, walk to supermarket and restaurants. Very accessible to the local area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great Hospitality

Great Hospitality thanks for taking care of us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beds were comfortable. Great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation thanks..warm and spacious. Friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and warm. Comfortable beds. The kids loved the hot tub! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023