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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 bed, a desk, a TV, a shower, and a view of the outside.

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.

1. City Corporate Motor Inn

West End, 0.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Abbie

₩144,480

₩166,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

A brick wall with a sign for NERO RESTAURANT.

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

2. Hacienda Motor Lodge

Palmerston North Central, 2.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Derique

₩110,608

₩127,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

A reception area with a wooden counter, a wall-mounted mirror, framed certificates, and a decorative tree sculpture.

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

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

3. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

West End, 0.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Philippa

₩101,390

₩136,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a computer.

A reception area with a glass door, a wooden counter, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

A modern building with a sign that reads "Chateau de la Forêt."

4. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

West End, 1.2 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Susan

₩112,656

₩129,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A castle-themed hotel entrance with a glass canopy, ivy-covered towers, and a sign indicating it's a motor lodge.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

A compact living space with a sofa, a glass dining table, and a kitchenette.

A house with a green roof, a patio with two wooden chairs and a table, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

5. Camelot Motor Lodge

Palmerston North Central, 1.2 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Peter

₩109,197

₩125,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a red chair, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A patio area with wicker furniture, a glass door leading to an interior space, and potted plants.

6. Drovers Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central, 2.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Kirsty

₩111,488

₩128,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A modern apartment with a living area, kitchen, and staircase.

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

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

7. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Palmerston North Central, 1.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Joanne Juyonyi

₩157,719

₩181,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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.

8. Arena Lodge

Palmerston North Central, 1.8 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Elizabeth

₩98,932

₩113,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A reception desk with a fruit bowl, a framed picture, a welcome sign, and travel guides.

A covered walkway with stone flooring, a potted plant, and a bench.

A street view with a building labeled "The Fitzgerald Castle" and a sign indicating "50+ Channels".

A castle-themed hotel with a stone facade, a drive-in entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

West End, 1.3 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Rosina

₩85,346

₩98,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a small trash bin.

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.

10. Bentleys Motor Inn

West End, 1.1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Peter

₩109,116

₩125,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A hotel hallway with a staircase, a reception desk, and a 'Fire Control Room' sign.

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.

11. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Palmerston North Central, 1.7 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Rochelle

₩97,813

₩112,485 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 balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a building with large windows.

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

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

12. Cornwall Motor Lodge

West End, 1.4 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Andrew

₩131,132

₩150,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

13. Harringtons Motor Lodge

West End, 1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

"Great place to stay, staff were respectful and cleaned the room daily. Plenty of parking, room was a very good size, kitchen was well stocked, large TV and a large bed. We stayed for over a week, very quiet. It is right opposite an amazing park, so much to do. Train rides, walks by the river and through a bush area, very large children's playground, cafe, and a bird rescue shelter. Would definitely stay again."

Jane

₩103,234

₩118,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

14. Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

West End, 1.2 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Sheryl

₩158,944

₩182,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.

A building with a parking area, a picnic table, and a potted plant.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets. There is a small trash bin and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, oven, and a small refrigerator. There is a seating area with two chairs and a table.

15. Aspree Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central, 2.7 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Denison

₩81,276

₩93,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hot tub in a room with a skylight, white walls, and a decorative tree mural.

A building with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a grassy area.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a glass table, and a seating area with a black leather chair.

Two single beds with red and white bedding, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

16. Avenue Motel Palmerston North

West End, 1.2 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Maureen

₩82,956

₩95,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a white desk, and large windows with curtains.

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

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

17. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

West End, 1.1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Judy

₩102,415

₩117,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A motel with a red roof and a sign that reads "ROSE CITY MOTEL".

A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a toilet. There is a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view of trees, and two wall-mounted lights.

A Rose City Motel sign with a vacancy sign and a Sky 50+ Channels sign.

18. Rose City Motel

West End, 1.3 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Steven

₩113,361

₩130,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern building with a curved entrance, a small patio with a table and chairs, and potted plants with red flowers.

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

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and a dishwasher.

A Bella Vista Motel with a parking lot, multiple buildings, and a sign indicating no vacancy.

19. Bella Vista - Palmerston North

West End, 1 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

Deidre

₩117,982

₩135,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern building with a prominent illuminated 'R' sign, indicating a hotel or resort.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a mirror, framed certificates, and a painting.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dishwasher. There is a wooden wardrobe and a small seating area with a red cushion.

A compact kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a built-in microwave shelf.

20. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

West End, 0.9 km from Esplanade Scenic Railway

michael

₩98,974

₩113,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Esplanade Scenic Railway

Property	Property class	Guest rating
City Corporate Motor Inn	9.8 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Hacienda Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 330 reviews	View
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 298 reviews	View
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre	9.4 Exceptional 215 reviews	View
Camelot Motor Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 178 reviews	View

Top Esplanade Scenic Railway Hotel Reviews

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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BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

8/10 Good

"Quite big room, very clean, especially the bathroom, seems just had some renovation. Good location, highly recommend"

Hacienda Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient and great location"

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Over all good"

Aspree Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great motel, warm welcome and a great value for money."

Bentleys Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Booked within 30 mins of checking in. The woman who helped me check (assuming owner) was very welcoming and friendly with a smile on her face. When i first entered into the accommodation, the room was very clean and had updated features like bathroom, kitchen etc. The private hot tub was extremely large, unfortunately i didn't get to try it out. Partner enjoyed the sauna in the shared complex area. Very happy with our stay. Will definitely be back next time we're in town!"

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great stay and such a lovely place to be in! It was very clean and tidy, and the staff were very kind. Parking was also so great and everything very easy to find within the venue. It is also the perfect location, across the road from the supermarket and only a few blocks away from the main shopping centres. Super great place and would recommend!!"

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Owners are so friendly and obliging. Let us store our luggage during the day for our late flight. Comfy beds and warm room."

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 Ramada Encore By Wyndham 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. Hacienda Motor Lodge

3. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

4. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

5. Camelot Motor Lodge

6. Drovers Motor Inn

7. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

8. Arena Lodge

9. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

10. Bentleys Motor Inn

11. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

12. Cornwall Motor Lodge

13. Harringtons Motor Lodge

14. Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

15. Aspree Motor Inn

16. Avenue Motel Palmerston North

17. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

18. Rose City Motel

19. Bella Vista - Palmerston North

20. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Esplanade Scenic Railway

Top Esplanade Scenic Railway Hotel Reviews

Avenue Motel Palmerston North

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Hacienda Motor Lodge

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Aspree Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Other attractions near Esplanade Scenic Railway

Victoria Esplanade

Centrepoint Theatre

Te Manawa

Palmerston North Convention Centre

New Zealand Rugby Museum

The Square

City Library

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