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A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outside.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a flat-screen TV, a small table with a plant, and two leather armchairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a shower, and a view of the outside.

1. City Corporate Motor Inn

West End, 0.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Abbie

₩136,829

₩157,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pathway lined with trees in autumn foliage, leading to a distant view.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and kitchenette in the background.

2. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

West End, 0.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Philippa

₩96,900

₩130,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a central glass facade and a symmetrical entrance.

A restaurant interior with wooden accents, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a coffee sign, and a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a view of greenery through the door.

3. Hacienda Motor Lodge

Palmerston North Central, 2.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Sue

₩98,662

₩113,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with curtains.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, large windows, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.

A paved pathway leading to a building with a hedge and a tree.

4. Arena Lodge

Palmerston North Central, 1.8 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Elizabeth

₩97,800

₩112,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathtub, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, a spa motel sign, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk with a computer, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern apartment with a grey sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a living room.

5. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Palmerston North Central, 1.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Joanne Juyonyi

₩150,734

₩173,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror.

A tall sign with the name "Bentleys" and amenities listed, in front of a building with a modern roof and a well-lit entrance.

A sign for the Bentley's Motor Inn with a message indicating no vacancy.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a couch.

6. Bentleys Motor Inn

West End, 1.1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Peter

₩108,644

₩124,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard indicating availability, and a clear driveway leading to the parking area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

7. Harringtons Motor Lodge

West End, 1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

clint

₩85,154

₩97,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern dining area with hanging plants, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A room with a wooden floor, a white armchair with a floral pillow, a wooden bucket, and a green leaf-patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A shelf with packaged goods and empty glasses.

8. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Palmerston North Central, 1.7 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Clive

₩97,142

₩111,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

A row of modern, multi-story hotel buildings with a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with a desk, laptop, wine glass, phone, and a book.

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a building with large windows.

9. Cornwall Motor Lodge

West End, 1.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Andrew

₩125,324

₩144,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

10. Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

West End, 1.2 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Sheryl

₩151,905

₩174,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A corner room with a table set for tea, a kettle, and glasses.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a TV, and a small table.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the counter.

11. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

West End, 1.1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Michelle

₩84,829

₩97,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern building with a curved entrance and a sign that reads "A La Vista Welcome".

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a television, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a paved deck. There are white plastic chairs and a table in the background.

12. A'la Vista Motel

West End, 1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Nick

₩110,930

₩127,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern building with a reception area labeled "Alpha Motor Inn."

A motel sign with a tree in the foreground.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and glass shower enclosure.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. Alpha Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central, 2.5 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Tony

₩67,000

₩77,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A residential area with houses, a parking lot, and palm trees.

A neatly made bed with a towel centerpiece, white pillows, and bedside lamps.

A motel with a reception area and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and ample counter space.

14. ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

Highbury, 2.1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Michael

₩78,035

₩89,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A compact kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a sink.

A modern room with a sectional sofa, a large window with a view of trees, and a grey carpet.

A hotel room with three beds, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

A residential property with a well-maintained lawn, a brick wall adjacent to the house, and a large window.

15. 3 bedrooms House

Awapuni, 1.7 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

₩154,454

₩177,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A motor lodge with a sign indicating no vacancy.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige blanket, a wooden bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

A reception area with a wooden sign, a Yale keypad, a phone, and a bulletin board.

16. Braemar Motor Lodge

Roslyn, 3.3 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Duane

₩117,236

₩134,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a mirror, a wooden wardrobe, and a small desk with a sink.

A building with a red roof and a sign indicating it is the White Horse Inn Restaurant and Accommodation.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, framed artwork on the walls, and a door at the end.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, glasses, and a chalkboard menu.

17. White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

5.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Davey

₩75,041

₩86,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern outdoor seating area with a sofa and a rug, surrounded by lush greenery and a string of lights.

A couple seated on a leather couch with a bar in the background.

A modern house with a large patio, surrounded by dense trees and a clear sky.

18. Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

5.6 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Matt

₩203,777

₩234,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A two-story building with a reception area, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

A multi-story building with a parking area, a covered staircase, and a balcony with railings.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf with a towel, and a hanging coat rack.

19. Abode Motel

Roslyn, 3.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Ian

₩88,090

₩101,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Esplanade Scenic Railway

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City Corporate Motor Inn	9.8 Exceptional 173 reviews	View
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 300 reviews	View
Hacienda Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 333 reviews	View
Arena Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 188 reviews	View
Aubyn Court Spa Motel	9.4 Exceptional 668 reviews	View

Top Esplanade Scenic Railway Hotel Reviews

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet"

Alpha Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We liked the room. The staff is friendly and the room os value for money. There is a small kitchen that has the basic cutleries and ekettle, toaster and microwave. Fun stay!"

Harringtons Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a great stay at Harrington’s Motor Lodge. The staff were absolutely lovely and so welcoming. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. We stayed for two nights and were pleasantly surprised that the room was cleaned each day, which was a nice touch. The location is great too. It’s right across from the Esplanade and park. There’s also a BP within an easy walking distance, and it’s not too far to walk into town. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and honestly couldn’t fault it. Would definitely stay here again next time we’re in Palmerston North!"

Aspree Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay"

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. comfortable, well managed, friendly staff."

Avenue Motel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"First time here and relaxing, peaceful and local stay in Palmy. Check in was no fuss, room immaculate and clean, had an iron and ironing board, everything we needed amd so local to restaurants, mall, city centre. We had Room 7. The only downfall was the Spa, we loved that it was a private Spa that could at least 4 of us, but the temperature was more like warm than hot. Other than that, a great stay, we'll come back here for sure."

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

8/10 Good

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Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Over all good"

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

8/10 Good

"Nice room, newly renovated. Central and close to everything."

Other attractions near Esplanade Scenic Railway

Victoria Esplanade

9.0/10 (317 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Esplanade, a lovely green space in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Centrepoint Theatre

8.2/10 (51 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Centrepoint Theatre during your stay in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Te Manawa

8.2/10 (104 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Te Manawa during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Palmerston North Convention Centre

8.0/10 (108 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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New Zealand Rugby Museum

8.4/10 (105 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at New Zealand Rugby Museum in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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The Square

8.8/10 (907 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a trip to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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City Library

8.6/10 (72 reviews)

After visiting City Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Esplanade Scenic Railway?

Esplanade Scenic Railway is located in a welcoming area of Palmerston North that travelers like for its cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 42 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Esplanade Scenic Railway?

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Esplanade Scenic Railway. Other good options close by include Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North and Bentleys Motor Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Esplanade Scenic Railway?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Esplanade Scenic Railway.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Esplanade Scenic Railway, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Esplanade Scenic Railway.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Esplanade Scenic Railway?

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What can I see and do near Esplanade Scenic Railway?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at New Zealand Rugby Museum and Te Manawa. You might plan a visit to Arena Manawatu or Manawatu Toyota Raceway while you're in the area. The Square, Victoria Esplanade, and Centrepoint Theatre are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for Esplanade Scenic Railway hotels

1. City Corporate Motor Inn

2. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

3. Hacienda Motor Lodge

4. Arena Lodge

5. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

6. Bentleys Motor Inn

7. Harringtons Motor Lodge

8. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

9. Cornwall Motor Lodge

10. Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

11. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

12. A'la Vista Motel

13. Alpha Motor Inn

14. ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

15. 3 bedrooms House

16. Braemar Motor Lodge

17. White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

18. Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

19. Abode Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Esplanade Scenic Railway

Top Esplanade Scenic Railway Hotel Reviews

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Alpha Motor Inn

Harringtons Motor Lodge

Aspree Motor Inn

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Avenue Motel Palmerston North

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Other attractions near Esplanade Scenic Railway

Victoria Esplanade

Centrepoint Theatre

Te Manawa

Palmerston North Convention Centre

New Zealand Rugby Museum

The Square

City Library

Frequently asked questions