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Fitzherbert Castle Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Palmerston North with free parking

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Family Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated - Fitzherbert Castle Motel (Palmerston North)
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils - Fitzherbert Castle Motel (Palmerston North)
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The Fitzherbert Castle Motel combines West End charm with practical modern amenities. Travelers can grab a snack at the on-site bar/deli, connect with in-room WiFi, and park for free. Previous guests consistently mention how the attentive staff enhances their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Studio, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Basic Studio, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
124 Fitzherbert Ave, West End, Palmerston North, Manawatu, 4410

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arena Manawatu - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Brewers Apprentice - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moxies Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Motel located in West End
Fitzherbert Castle Motel provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 18 for adults and NZD 10 to 18 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 to 18.00 for adults, and NZD 10.00 to 18.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Fitzherbert Castle
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Fitzherbert Castle Motel Palmerston North
Fitzherbert Castle Palmerston North
Fitzherbert Castle Motel Motel
Fitzherbert Castle Motel Palmerston North
Fitzherbert Castle Motel Motel Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

Is Fitzherbert Castle Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fitzherbert Castle Motel on Nov 4, 2025 start from $59.49, excluding 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 Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fitzherbert Castle Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fitzherbert Castle Motel located?

Located in West End, this motel 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.

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Fitzherbert Castle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 630 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay... the guy that was at reception was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fitzherbert has a nice cozy feel to it. The owner Andy was very friendly and helped out whenever needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, warm and made me feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, amazing young man on reception desk. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Avinash

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Palmerston North

It was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Room was clean and tidy and towels replaced daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice - large and in good shape. Bed good. Shower was decent, although temperature not very consistent. But, overall good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Amenities
I felt very welcome in a very homely environment. A nice quiet stay with lots of mature trees around the property that I really enjoyed. Thank you Castle Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jukka

Liked: Staff & service
Ok for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarndra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy for what we needed and nice people with clean tidy accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely sized room with everything you could need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice walk to park and nearby Irish pub!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is central to the area we required, cost competitive. Extremely well presented & serviced - staff were simply next level by being proactive, rather than reactive. A refreshing approach to customer service/care.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, close to main center, friendly staff - would stay here again. Quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and walking distance to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Great service and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts, good room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about the property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome and a great room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hosts and room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking distance to city centre and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, quiet, clean room, friendly staff, night nice out :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022