Located just 5 minutes' walk from off Palmerston North’s restaurants and pubs, Big Five Motel offers modern studios and apartments featuring HD LCD TVs and animal themed décor. All air-conditioned accommodation includes a kitchen or kitchenette and a private en suite bathroom with a shower. Guest facilities include a fully equipped laundry and free off-street parking with 24-hour camera surveillance. You can enjoy an outdoor meal in the BBQ area, or just relax on the sunny terrace. Palmerston North Big Five Motel is just 6 minutes' drive from Massey University. It is 9 minutes' drive from Awapuni Racecourse. There is a bus stop directly outside the motel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Palmerston North, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
or
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Debra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very sensitive and accomodating to our needs in a family crisis
  • Donna
    Australia Australia
    The staff were so friendly especially reception, went above and beyond and was lovely and friendly. Very clean, well maintained and reasonably central to the shopping square and esplanade. Also loved that had a large fridge/freezer rather than bar...
  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Staff were brilliant and helpful including in the UP restaurant. Receptionist looked up a local Hangi for me. Great service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Big Five Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Big Five Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 20 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    NZD 20 per child, per night
    2+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 20 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Eftpos JCB Cash Big Five Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Big Five Motel

    • Check-in at Big Five Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Big Five Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Bicycle rental

    • Big Five Motel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Palmerston North. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Big Five Motel include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment

    • The prices at Big Five Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.