Takaro Travel Guide
Palmerston North
Popular places to visit
The Square
You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Arena Manawatu
Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Palmerston North Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
New Zealand Rugby Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in New Zealand Rugby Museum during your travels in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Victoria Esplanade
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.
Centrepoint Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Centrepoint Theatre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Top hotels in Takaro
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
"Friendly and hepful staff, and a great central location with a very short walk to shops and food options."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Alpha Motor Inn
"easy parking walking distance to food and shops"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
"The Copthorne is a central and easy place to stay in Palm North . Updated exterior is contemporary and more appealing . Great that rooms now have heatpump/ AC. Reception staff always helpful and ensure a smooth check in/ out."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
"Have stayed at BK' across the country and by far this one in Palmerston North has been the worst experience we have ever had and has now put us off stay with them in the future."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
"Great location, clean & tidy. Everything we needed in our room. Comfortable bed and helpful friendly staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Aspree Motor Inn
"Lovely family that runs the motel."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takaro
Cloverlea
Cloverlea might not have many top sights, but Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Palmerston North Central
While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
Highbury
While there might not be top attractions in Highbury, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.
Westbrook
While there might not be top attractions in Westbrook, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
Awapuni
While Awapuni may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Esplanade and Arena Manawatu.
