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Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Courtyard
The Distinction Coachman Hotel in Palmerston North's West End offers a peaceful escape. Guests can lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, explore the garden with a drink from the bar, and enjoy free WiFi in every room. The helpful staff knows how to enhance each visit.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Family Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Superior Family Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

West End, a neighborhood in Palmerston North, is home to Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. Te Manawa and Centrepoint Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Esplanade Scenic Railway and De Molen, Windmill.
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Map
140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 4410

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Arena Manawatu - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Star - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Brewers Apprentice - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Moxies Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ocggi Sushi - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Luxury hotel located in West End
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Laundry services, wedding services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms boast comforts such as late night room service and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 major 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from November to April

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Coachman Hotel
Coachman Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman Hotel Palmerston North
Hotel Coachman Palmerston North
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Distinction Coachman Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman
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Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North located?

Located in West End, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Square, City Library, and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Te Manawa and Centrepoint Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

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Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 758 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 758 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 758 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 758 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 758 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

4/10 Poor

Tony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Place needs a refurb. Rooms are a great size, but everything is rather dated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

6/10 Okay

Lorinda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building, but rooms are run down and tired. Well situated in Palmerston North City centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean. Comfortable bed. Warm and very central. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Goid
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Nadene

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

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and convenient hotel. Good that the rooms are being refurbished as some are getting pretty tited.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everthing about the property. The room and bathroom were both excellent, the open fire in the lounge was great, I loved everything about the property and the cost of stay was appropriate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old schoo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our time at Coachman. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

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

2/10 Terrible

Warren

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to close and refurbish
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and comfortable but getting tired. Room was dark, needed more lighting particularly when trying to work at the desk. Secure, dry parking. Easy walk into the CBD where you will find lots of eating places and entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Nice place to stay will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

LORRAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only bathroom csme off the king bedroom. So had person from lounge having to come through room to use the toilet. No soap dish
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dyana

Lovely and roomy very clean reception very nice and helpful.😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay here although the traffic was noisy, this was a Thursday evening before a racing weekend, so i get that its a town thing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

FIONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful so warm and welcoming plus went to extra lengths to ensure I had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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