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About the Hotel

140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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Close to Te Manawa and the New Zealand Rugby Museum
Very good
7.2
6.9
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The charming 5-star Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North includes contemporary rooms about 25 minutes on foot from Dugald MacKenzie Rose Gardens. With a location within reach of the large Victoria Esplanade Park, the smoke-free hotel also features 4 function rooms for multiple types of social activities.

Location

The intimate hotel is located in the very heart of Palmerston North just 600 metres from the sports gallery "New Zealand Rugby Museum" and only 1.9 km from the St. Patricks Parish Palmerston North. You'll be a mere 14 minutes on foot from Butterfly Pond.

Well-connected to many sights, the luxury Coachman Palmerston North is not far from Main St Terminal bus station. Your trip couldn't be easier as the comfortable accommodation is 5 km from Palmerston North International airport.

Rooms

This Palmerston North hotel features 71 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet as well as coffee/tea making equipment. Bathrooms have an additional toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the city. Every villa has an open plan, kitchen including an electric kettle, refrigerators, and a washing machine.

Eat & Drink

There is a lounge bar, which offers a fireplace in its interior design. The bar area includes a lounge. You can enjoy a Chinese cuisine in the Fishtown Takeaways located 600 m from the stylish Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North.

Leisure & Business

The accommodation has a large outdoor swimming pool and a fitness suite. Also, at the hotel, guests can take advantage of a golf club provided onsite.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the Victoria Esplanade for beautiful gardens and ducks.
  • Visit the New Zealand Rugby Museum to learn about the sport's history.
  • Sample local craft beer at the O'Learys Irish Bar downtown.
  • Discover hidden murals on the city's back streets for local art.
  • Check out the Palmerston North Farmers' Market for fresh produce.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Room
3 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Studio
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Family Room
4 persons
650 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Nearby
Museum
New Zealand Rugby Museum
2000 ft
Museum
Te Manawa
2000 ft
Main Street
The Square
2000 ft
The Square
Palmerston North Clock Tower
2000 ft
Restaurants
La Patio Cafe & Bar
0 ft
140 Fitzherbert Ave
Jimmy Cook's Kiwi Kitchen
1100 ft
110 Fitzherbert Avenue
Rosie O'Gradys
1100 ft
96 Fitzherbert Ave
Thai Orchid Restaurant
1600 ft
345 Ferguson Street Palmerston North City
Pompeii's
1200 ft
163 The Square
Bangkok Thai Restaurant
1400 ft
89 Fitzherbert Avenue
BurgerFuel Palmerston North
1200 ft
84 Fitzherbert Avenue
De Coree
1200 ft
94 Fitzherbet Avenue
Streetwise Coffee
1800 ft
336 Ferguson Street
Graeme's
1700 ft
Church Street Shop 13
Cafe Royale
2500 ft
47 the Square City Centre
Getting around
City Centre
Palmerston North12 min  ·  3300 ft
Airports
Palmerston North International Airport (PMR)9 min  ·  3.5 mi
Whanganui Airport (WAG)113 min  ·  46.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 09:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 30 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of rooms:
71
Former name
Rydges Palmerston North
Check-in
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