The Best Hotels Closest to Manawatu Gorge in Aokautere - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pathway lined with trees in autumn foliage, leading to a distant view.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and kitchenette in the background.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a wall-mounted mirror, framed certificates, and a decorative tree sculpture.

1. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

Arlene

Rp1.299.309

Rp1.753.616 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a central glass facade and a symmetrical entrance.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a coffee sign, and a modern building in the background.

A restaurant interior with wooden accents, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

A brick wall with a sign for NERO RESTAURANT.

2. Hacienda Motor Lodge

14.8 km from Manawatu Gorge

Terri

Rp1.376.122

Rp1.582.509 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a flat-screen TV, a small table with a plant, and two leather armchairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outside.

3. City Corporate Motor Inn

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

Abbie

Rp1.892.038

Rp2.175.844 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets. There is a small trash bin and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A building with a parking area, a picnic table, and a potted plant.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a blue chair, and two wall-mounted lights.

4. Aspree Motor Inn

14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Denison

Rp1.006.964

Rp1.158.009 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

A patio area with wicker furniture, a glass door leading to an interior space, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a red chair, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Drovers Motor Inn

13.9 km from Manawatu Gorge

Malina

Rp1.500.743

Rp1.725.807 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern dining area with hanging plants, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A room with a wooden floor, a white armchair with a floral pillow, a wooden bucket, and a green leaf-patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel hallway with a staircase, a reception desk, and a 'Fire Control Room' sign.

6. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

16.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Paul

Rp1.393.509

Rp1.602.535 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception desk with a fruit bowl, a framed picture, a welcome sign, and travel guides.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs, a sofa, and a TV.

A castle-themed hotel with a stone facade, a drive-in entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A street view with a building labeled "The Fitzgerald Castle" and a sign indicating "50+ Channels".

7. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Rosina

Rp1.127.872

Rp1.297.053 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard indicating availability, and a clear driveway leading to the parking area.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink.

8. Harringtons Motor Lodge

15.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Don

Rp1.364.275

Rp1.568.916 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a computer.

A patio with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A modern building with a sign that reads "Chateau de la Forêt."

9. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Susan

Rp1.488.792

Rp1.712.111 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with curtains.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A paved pathway leading to a building with a hedge and a tree.

10. Arena Lodge

16.5 km from Manawatu Gorge

Rachael

Rp1.307.430

Rp1.503.544 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror.

A tall sign with the name "Bentleys" and amenities listed, in front of a building with a modern roof and a well-lit entrance.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a small trash bin.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a couch.

11. Bentleys Motor Inn

15.6 km from Manawatu Gorge

Peter

Rp1.439.937

Rp1.655.974 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sign indicating office hours, and a door labeled "Café Zest."

A two-story residential building with a garage, a covered patio, and a small garden area with a wooden fence and plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a microwave.

12. Carramar Motor Inn

14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Latoya

Rp1.191.484

Rp1.370.207 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a building with large windows.

A row of modern, multi-story hotel buildings with a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with a desk, laptop, wine glass, phone, and a book.

13. Cornwall Motor Lodge

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Rasli

Rp1.732.953

Rp1.992.896 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A castle-themed hotel entrance with a glass canopy, ivy-covered towers, and a sign indicating it's a motor lodge.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, multiple parking spaces, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

A house with a green roof, a patio with two wooden chairs and a table, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

14. Camelot Motor Lodge

15.8 km from Manawatu Gorge

Peter

Rp1.425.617

Rp1.639.475 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern building with a prominent illuminated 'R' sign, indicating a hotel or resort.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a mirror, framed certificates, and a painting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dishwasher. There is a wooden wardrobe and a small seating area with a red cushion.

15. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

michael

Rp1.559.253

Rp1.793.141 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathtub, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk with a computer, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern apartment with a living area, kitchen, and staircase.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, a spa motel sign, and a parking lot with several cars.

16. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Joanne Juyonyi

Rp1.813.619

Rp2.085.662 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A hot tub in a room with a skylight, white walls, and a decorative tree mural.

Two single beds with red and white bedding, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a glass table, and a seating area with a black leather chair.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

17. Avenue Motel Palmerston North

15.5 km from Manawatu Gorge

Maureen

Rp1.096.292

Rp1.260.736 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern building with a curved entrance, a small patio with a table and chairs, and potted plants with red flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A Bella Vista Motel with a parking lot, multiple buildings, and a sign indicating no vacancy.

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and a dishwasher.

18. Bella Vista - Palmerston North

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Deidre

Rp1.461.722

Rp1.680.980 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A motor lodge with a sign indicating no vacancy.

A room with a blue wall, a radiator, a table with chairs, a window with blinds, and a potted plant.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige blanket, a wooden bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

19. Braemar Motor Lodge

14 km from Manawatu Gorge

Duane

Rp1.621.109

Rp1.864.333 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A motel with a red roof and a sign that reads "ROSE CITY MOTEL".

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a red cover, a small dining table, and a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view of trees, and two wall-mounted lights.

A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a toilet. There is a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Rose City Motel

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Steven

Rp1.479.990

Rp1.701.941 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Manawatu Gorge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 294 reviews	View
Hacienda Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 327 reviews	View
City Corporate Motor Inn	9.8 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Aspree Motor Inn	9.0 Wonderful 683 reviews	View
Drovers Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 355 reviews	View

Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

Cornwall Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room is tidy and conveniently located just 100 meters from the mall, with restaurants all around."

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"Have just spent a night there and found it a great place to stay. One block away from the main square so handy to most things. The rooms are nice and bed was comfortable. My initial room was on the second floor sharing a wall with the gym so a little noisy but the staff were really helpful and organised a quieter room to move to. Dinner was great with a big selection on the menu and Breakfast was also good with plenty to choose from. Overall a great stay and I’ll be back."

Aspree Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was serviced every day, beds made everything cleaned and wiped down Only one little detail missed was the milk wasn't refilled, that wasn't a problem though. Over All, excellent place and nice staff."

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location very tidy"

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Brilliant motel. I travel to Palmerston North on a regular basis and this is one of the best motels I have stayed at. Large rooms, comfortable bed, good size kitchen with plenty of crockery. Large bathroom with good amenities and lovely large walk in shower. Very clean upgraded property. Although on busy main road, Fitzherbert Ave, motel sits at back of property and is very quiet. Lovely walks around the area, and close to square. I would recommend this motel, with friendly management which makes your stay very pleasant."

Carramar Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location across from the hospital easy walk there and front desk let me book and in after hours couldn’t have asked for a better place Thanks"

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"Well appointed, quiet. Free parking."

Hacienda Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place to stay! Clean, well presented rooms, very lovely and helpful staff, excellent location to supermarket, eateries, shopping. If you are needing a place to stay in Palmy that delivers value while maintaining a touch of class - definitely book in. We will be back! Thank you! 10/10."

Alpha Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Shower was great a bit steep to the drain if unsteady on your feet."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Manawatu Gorge?

Manawatu Gorge is located in a welcoming area of Aokautere that travellers like for its cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Manawatu Gorge?

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. You'll find it 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Manawatu Gorge. Other good options around the area include BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North and Alpha Motor Inn.

How many hotels are there near Manawatu Gorge?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Manawatu Gorge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Manawatu Gorge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Manawatu Gorge.

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Our top choices for Manawatu Gorge hotels

1. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

2. Hacienda Motor Lodge

3. City Corporate Motor Inn

4. Aspree Motor Inn

5. Drovers Motor Inn

6. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

7. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

8. Harringtons Motor Lodge

9. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

10. Arena Lodge

11. Bentleys Motor Inn

12. Carramar Motor Inn

13. Cornwall Motor Lodge

14. Camelot Motor Lodge

15. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

16. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

17. Avenue Motel Palmerston North

18. Bella Vista - Palmerston North

19. Braemar Motor Lodge

20. Rose City Motel

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Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

Cornwall Motor Lodge

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Aspree Motor Inn

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Carramar Motor Inn

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Hacienda Motor Lodge

Alpha Motor Inn

Other attractions near Manawatu Gorge

Tararua i SITE Visitor Centre

Woodville Reed Organ Museum

Community Leisure Centre

The Square

City Library

Palmerston North Convention Centre

Te Manawa

Victoria Esplanade

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