Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

4.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Courtyard
Lobby
Front of property
Superior Studio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 4410
  • Place, The Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Esplanade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite

  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Family Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center.
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North offers 73 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Square. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Within a 15-minute walk of The Square and City Library
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Palmerston North hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North has a restaurant on site.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in April.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 792 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Good location. Good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a work trip.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay - staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was fine, a bit dated. Bed comfortable and bathroom clean. Staff were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very pleasant room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No issues, pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was quite spacious and although the fittings are quite old they are still in a good condition
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were tidy, staff very helpful, parking was primo and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great meal from their restaurant - rooms a bit dated but comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight stay. Easy walking distance to CBD
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for 2 nights. Staff were excellent. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

philip suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing hotel, clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very nice, new and fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Parking under ground good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Nadene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with really great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Room was old, and had a stale smell. Bed was good though!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good average stay, property is old but clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Nice rooms lovely pool
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Craig

Nice place to stay will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
handy location and good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025