West End Travel Guide
Palmerston North
Popular places to visit
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.
Esplanade Scenic Railway
Find out about the history of Palmerston North when you take a trip to Esplanade Scenic Railway. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
Palmerston North Hospital
If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.
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.
Top hotels in West End
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
Room is spacious & well set out with comfortable bed, but pillows were very thin and disappointing. The water pressure in the shower was also weak and invonsistent.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Friendly staff, very pleasant room
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Cornwall Motor Lodge
All good
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Stay was brief but good. Very handy location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Bentleys Motor Inn
Great location, cool squash court!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
Room was spotless - nice bed and spacious. Even better, the staff were just so lovely / attentive and helpful
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Palmerston North Central
While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
Takaro
While Takaro isn't home to many top sights, Arena Manawatu and Centrepoint Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Massey University
You might appreciate the spas and cafes in Massey University, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Victoria Esplanade and The Square are just a few notable stops.
Hokowhitu
Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
