Hotel Coachman Palmerston North
by the TopOfHotel team
Hotel Coachman is a classic 3-star in the city center — good value, free parking, free breakfast, scoring 8.0/10.
Hotel Coachman is a classic 3-star in the city center — good value, free parking, free breakfast, scoring 8.0/10.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Hotel Coachman Palmerston North is a classic 3-star in the city center that has been running a long time and gets renovated in phases, scoring 8.0/10 on Agoda. Rooms are plain but clean, running small to medium, with air-con, a TV, free Wi-Fi, a kettle and coffee maker, a fridge and a private bathroom. There is nothing fancy here, but the basics are all present and they work.
Food and amenities
Free breakfast is included in the rate — a standard continental spread of bread, cereal, yogurt, fruit, tea, coffee and juice. The in-house restaurant also does lunch and dinner, serving New Zealand basics that lean on lamb and burgers, and the bar stays open late. The staff are easygoing and will book a taxi or tour and hand out travel tips.
Location and getting there
You are right in central Palmerston North — about 5 minutes on foot to The Square, 7 minutes to Plaza Shopping Centre, and 10 minutes to the New Zealand Rugby Museum. Massey University is 4 km away and Palmerston North Airport (PMR) sits 5 km out. Parking at the hotel is free.
Things to know before booking
Facilities are basic — there is no pool and no gym. Rooms are on the small side, and since this is an older building, some corners could use updating. None of that is hidden; it is the trade for the low rate and central spot.
Our take
Hotel Coachman Palmerston North suits short business trips, families with a rental car who want free parking and free breakfast, and parents visiting a student at Massey on a tight budget. Come for a clean, convenient few nights at a price that stays low.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- Free breakfast is included in the room rate — a continental spread of bread, cereal, fruit, tea and coffee.
- Free parking, which is handy if you have a rental car.
- At about $56 a night, it is solid value for a hotel this central.
- The staff are friendly and helpful — they will book a taxi or a tour and hand out tips.
- Free Wi-Fi runs at a decent speed.
- Facilities are basic — there is no pool or gym.
- Rooms run small.
- It is an older building, and some spots need updating.
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Insider Tips
- Free breakfast starts at 6:30 — get down before 8:00 for more choice.
- Ask for a higher floor; it is quieter and the air moves better.
- The staff will sort a taxi or tour for you, so ask at the front desk.