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

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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 compact kitchenette with a microwave, oven, and a small refrigerator. There is a seating area with two chairs and a table.

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

1. Aspree Motor Inn

14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Denison

฿1,951

฿2,243 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

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

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

2. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

Philippa

฿2,433

฿3,270 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

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

A shelf with packaged goods and empty glasses.

3. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

16.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Clive

฿2,502

฿2,878 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a view of greenery through the door.

4. Hacienda Motor Lodge

14.8 km from Manawatu Gorge

Sue

฿2,566

฿2,951 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a shower, and a view of the outside.

5. City Corporate Motor Inn

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

Abbie

฿3,436

฿3,952 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

A sign for the Bentley's Motor Inn with a message indicating no vacancy.

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

6. Bentleys Motor Inn

15.6 km from Manawatu Gorge

Peter

฿2,474

฿2,846 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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".

A covered walkway with stone flooring, a potted plant, and a bench.

7. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Rosina

฿2,048

฿2,356 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stove, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a sofa and a small table.

8. Carramar Motor Inn

14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Tanya

฿2,133

฿2,453 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

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.

9. Harringtons Motor Lodge

15.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

clint

฿2,138

฿2,459 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Brent

฿2,704

฿3,109 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A compact living space with a sofa, a glass dining table, and a kitchenette.

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

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.

11. Camelot Motor Lodge

15.8 km from Manawatu Gorge

Peter

฿2,606

฿2,996 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

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

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

12. Cornwall Motor Lodge

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Andrew

฿3,147

฿3,619 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

13. Drovers Motor Inn

13.9 km from Manawatu Gorge

Kirsty

฿2,973

฿3,419 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern building with a reception area labeled "Alpha Motor Inn."

A motel sign with a tree in the foreground.

A small kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a wooden dining table with chairs.

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

14. Alpha Motor Inn

14.7 km from Manawatu Gorge

Tony

฿1,622

฿1,865 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A living room with a red sofa, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

A compact living space with a red sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

A parking lot with several cars and a building with a blue roof.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a red couch with a blue pillow.

15. The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

15.2 km from Manawatu Gorge

Margaret

฿2,130

฿2,450 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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.

16. Arena Lodge

16.5 km from Manawatu Gorge

Elizabeth

฿2,374

฿2,731 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a built-in microwave shelf.

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

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

17. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge

michael

฿2,402

฿2,763 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A corner room with a table set for tea, a kettle, and glasses.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a white desk, and large windows with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

18. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge

Michelle

฿2,048

฿2,356 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

19. Braemar Motor Lodge

14 km from Manawatu Gorge

Duane

฿2,944

฿3,386 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A corridor with a blue carpet, white walls, a black security camera, and a white door.

A Legends Motel with a welcoming sign, a satellite dish, and a paved entrance.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a shelf with dishes.

20. Legends Motel

15.5 km from Manawatu Gorge

Mike

฿2,179

฿2,506 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Manawatu Gorge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aspree Motor Inn	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 300 reviews	View
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North	9.2 Wonderful 596 reviews	View
Hacienda Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 332 reviews	View
City Corporate Motor Inn	9.8 Exceptional 173 reviews	View

Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

8/10 Good

"Great accomodating staff, good location, a nice spacious room, unavoidable traffic noise on the main road for those who mind such things, but a lovely stay."

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. comfortable, well managed, friendly staff."

Hacienda Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely welcoming staff. Clean spacious room. Would recommend."

Carramar Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and kind staff"

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located, well managed with spacious rooms. Quiet, convenient parking and breakfast service. A pleasant stop over !!"

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

8/10 Good

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Bentleys Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Booked within 30 mins of checking in. The woman who helped me check (assuming owner) was very welcoming and friendly with a smile on her face. When i first entered into the accommodation, the room was very clean and had updated features like bathroom, kitchen etc. The private hot tub was extremely large, unfortunately i didn't get to try it out. Partner enjoyed the sauna in the shared complex area. Very happy with our stay. Will definitely be back next time we're in town!"

Abode Motel

10/10 Excellent

"stayed two nights, excellent location, nice and clean."

Drovers Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are very clean and modern inside. Parking is easy and its location is very private and quiet."

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8.0/10 (18 reviews)

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Woodville Reed Organ Museum

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City Library

8.6/10 (72 reviews)

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Palmerston North Convention Centre

8.0/10 (108 reviews)

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8.2/10 (104 reviews)

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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?

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 9.6 mi (15.4 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. Aspree Motor Inn

2. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

3. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

4. Hacienda Motor Lodge

5. City Corporate Motor Inn

6. Bentleys Motor Inn

7. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

8. Carramar Motor Inn

9. Harringtons Motor Lodge

10. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

11. Camelot Motor Lodge

12. Cornwall Motor Lodge

13. Drovers Motor Inn

14. Alpha Motor Inn

15. The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

16. Arena Lodge

17. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

18. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

19. Braemar Motor Lodge

20. Legends Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Manawatu Gorge

Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Hacienda Motor Lodge

Carramar Motor Inn

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Bentleys Motor Inn

Abode Motel

Drovers 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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