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Big Five Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Palmerston North with free parking

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Property grounds
BBQ/picnic area
Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
154 Park Road, Palmerston North, 4410
  • The Square
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Arena Manawatu
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Palmerston North Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Palmerston North

At Big Five Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Esplanade Scenic Railway and Victoria Esplanade. .This pet-friendly motel offers a business centre, barbecues and babysitting services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class West End motel include Centrepoint Theatre and Palmerston North Convention Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Square - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fishtown Takeaways - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Elm Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee Palmerston North - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Big Five Motel

Motel in Palmerston North with free parking
You'll find a business centre on site. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at Big Five Motel. Self parking is free.

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

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Big Five Motel offers 14 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

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 major credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Big Five Motel?

Big Five Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Big Five Motel?

Yep, Big Five Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Big Five Motel?

The closest beach to Big Five Motel is Himatagi Beach (33 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Five Motel?

No, Big Five Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Five Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Big Five Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aletta

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly accomodation. Jenny was very hospitable checking if there was anything we needed daily. Definitely would stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Advertised as luxury studio but fell far short of luxury.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, plenty of room to park, quiet courtyard at back of room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be nice once the renovations are finished. Staff was more the helpful and keen to lend a hand. Loverly stay. I felt my Ute and dogs were safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facilities but the tvs are not hd. Nice to have a tv in the room as well as the lounge
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was clan and tidy unfortunately a lack of kitchen facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Ashley, Canterbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NIce Hotel, Close to the town centre.

Very Pleasant stay, would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gregg, Te Awamutu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Tidy

Handy location to restaurant, shops and park.. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barry, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming pet friendly motel

What a rarity to be welcomed with a smile, I got one here. I was asked if I had breakfast organised, I didnt have, so was given the option. I was asked how I would like the eggs and bacon cooked. The breakfast was great and exactly how we had discussed. I could not fault the place. I may have given it a more welcoming name, but that is just an opinion. One of the best moter experiences for years. Well done
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Zjene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not happy.

The motel looks lovely on the outside, the inside not so much. It has old uncomfortable beds, very outdated televisions. Also our tv kept glitching it was very annoying to watch!. The room was tiny for the price I think it was defenitly one of the worst in the area. I have paid less at a motel and got a way better experience. Sorry to say I don't have anything positive to wright about this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Viti, Auckland, NZ.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and Clean

Lovely staff and very clean room. The room was perfect for staying in solo and felt safe. Good off street parking and easy to find. A minutes drive to the CBD. Good value for money and the complementary chocolates were a pleasant surprise after a long drive.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

This is the 2nd time we've stayed and it's always very clean and comfy. Definitely come back again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great night and really appreciated being able to bring our (very) small dog with us to a lovely unit. We will be happily returning next time we are in town.

10/10 Excellent

Guo Sheng, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was just right. Will stay again

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a pleasant one night stay. Easy to find, located near main roads (but difficult to get out of in the morning traffic). Rooms feel a bit close and there's a bit of noise bleed when your neighbour goes to the toilet or plugs things into the wall. Breakfast is cheap and generous, water pressure good and electric blankets are great!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay

Was in palmerston North for one night with child entering the Wheetbix tri. Unfortunately other guests were very loud and we got very little sleep as a result. Rooms were nice but quite basic for the cost. service was great from motel owners who let me keep my car in the carpark till 2pm after check-out. Greatly appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle, New Zealand - Hawkes Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Modern; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Was right next to my triathlon event and allowed me a late check out

8/10 Good

Sharon, Australia - WA - Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Affordable; Service: Friendly; close to Esplanade

8/10 Good

Sally, New Zealand - Hawkes Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Fair price; Only a few minutes walk to Esplanade and river