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Carramar Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Palmerston North with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite) | Private kitchen
Free self-parking
Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite) | Living area
Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite) | In-room dining
Executive Suite, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Explore the area

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45 Ruahine Street, Palmerston North
  • Palmerston North Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Arena Manawatu
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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3 Bedroom House

3 Bedroom House

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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1 Bedroom Suite

1 Bedroom Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite Twin

Executive Suite Twin

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite) | Living area

Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite, Kitchenette

Executive Suite, Kitchenette

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 3

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Apartment Suite With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

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Interior

Executive Studio Twin

  • Sleeps 3

Three-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 6

About the area

Palmerston North

At Carramar Motor Inn you'll be steps from Palmerston North Hospital and 3.2 km (2 mi) from City Library. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Roslyn motel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from The Square and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Palmerston North Convention Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • The Square - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mouthwater Coffee Company - Tremaine Ave - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dee Di's Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Carramar Motor Inn

Motel in Palmerston North with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Carramar Motor Inn also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Palmerston North motel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Carramar Motor Inn offers 59 accommodations with free toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels. This Palmerston North motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 15 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 30 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 49
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 over, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 49 per day.
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 30 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 49 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 49 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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 over, and the test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carramar Motor Inn?

Carramar Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Carramar Motor Inn?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carramar Motor Inn on 4 Sept 2025 start from NZ$112.81, 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.

Is parking available at Carramar Motor Inn?

Yep, Carramar Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Carramar Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Carramar Motor Inn is Himatagi Beach (33.9 km).

Does Carramar Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carramar Motor Inn?

No, Carramar Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Carramar Motor Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Carramar Motor Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carramar Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Carramar Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Carramar Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 528 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Travelled with family
All good. Shower and bath ran together
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, handy to airport, hospital and bus stop
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Savanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is convenient & walking distance to the Hospital.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert-Allan Keepa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited our needs, good price, large room, good sized tv, clean bathroom, no complaints👌
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay but found the bed small and quite hard.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Trish and Roger

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

2/10 Terrible

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sue and Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The property was great. We will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Lionel

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

A little above average

Quiet Motel. Needs two armchairs in lounge. And resident spider in bathroom removed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Would stay there again if visiting Palmerston North.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found our room was extremely noisy. High road noise and a very loud helicopter taking off and landing at the hospital across the road. The helicopter operated both nights of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to main roads and transport. Right across from main hospital. Very clean and modern property. Cafe not open on the weekends so had to go elsewhere for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
extremely comfortable bed. everything decent except for coffee plunger faulty.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
polite hosts and cleanliness despite small and tight fitting motel area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025