Big Five Motel

Motel, 3-star154 Park Road, Palmerston North, New ZealandShow on map

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Very good

Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at 154 Park Road.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Modern Studios and Apartments with HD LCD TVs and Animal Themed Décor Experience a unique stay at Big Five Motel, where each room is thoughtfully designed with modern amenities and playful animal-themed decor. Enjoy your favorite shows on HD LCD TVs and feel at home with a kitchen or kitchenette in every air-conditioned accommodation.

Convenient Facilities and Amenities Make the most of your stay with convenient facilities such as a fully equipped laundry, free off-street parking under 24-hour camera surveillance, and a BBQ area for outdoor meals. Unwind and soak up the sun on the terrace, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring Palmerston North.

Ideal Location for Exploring Situated just minutes away from Palmerston North’s bustling restaurants and pubs, Big Five Motel is also a short drive from Massey University and Awapuni Racecourse. With a bus stop right outside the motel, exploring the city couldn't be easier.

Book your stay at Big Five Motel now for a memorable and comfortable experience.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Business center
Heating
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Laundry

Rooms

8.4

Very good

Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 421 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.1
Service9.1
Location8.6
Rooms7.8
Amenities8.3
Value8.4
Food & drink8.5

Guests mention

CleanAttentive staffGood locationPet friendly

andrewNew Zealand
September 2026Solo traveller
Perfect room for what i was after. will definately consider using Big 5 next time I'm in Palmerston
Great location, compact room size but perfect for my 1 night stay
There was nothing about the room i didn't like
KathleenNew Zealand
September 2026Couple
Great place to stay on way from North island to South Island. Welcomed late night checkin , agreeable to have dogs stay with us, very clean and warm. Nice beds.
bathroom could have a place for toiletries to be put, no…
MaryNew Zealand
August 2026Solo traveller
Great motel
Your location, friendly staff and good service
Nothing
PaulineNew Zealand
August 2026Couple
We were happy with our stay
The location suited us for what we were doing.
We were towing a towing a trailer and were able to park it and leave it there while we were away.
MatthewNew Zealand
July 2026Solo traveller
Great water pressure in the shower
Peeling paint around the top of the shower, but otherwise quite tidy
RowanNew Zealand
July 2026Couple
Always a pleasure staying here.

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

154 Park Road, Palmerston North, New Zealand

Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 09:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Big Five Motel

What time is check-in and check-out at Big Five Motel?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Big Five Motel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Big Five Motel?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Is breakfast included at Big Five Motel?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Big Five Motel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Big Five Motel have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Big Five Motel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Big Five Motel?

154 Park Road, Palmerston North.

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