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Reviews of Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North 4.5 stars

140 Fitzherbert Ave, 4410 Palmerston North, New Zealand

#40 of 41 hotels in Palmerston North

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1154 hotel reviews

6.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.3

  • Comfort

    7.3

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    6.7

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    6.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.3

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  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    6.0
    Below par
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room had no kitchenette. Bathroom had lifting lino

    Didn't have the option

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    8.0
    would return
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The first room I was booked into was not made up by house keeping and real shock walking into the room to a total mess. Reception was able to find another room. Also, I paid for 2 breakfasts not one and staff did not offer a refund on the over payment.

    the room once I was swapped over from another room was comfortable but tired and a little dark. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the young lady that brought up my room service was cheerful and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Large comfortable room with good facilities . Excellent shower. Nice staff in the bar.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    6.0
    Comfortable but nothing special.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really odd layout,half of it being renovated. No wardrobe in the room.

    Easy to find. Close to supermarkets etc.big fridge,good shower,nice and clean.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    6.0
    Definitely would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathrooms were quite small and annoying that the toilet was right behind the door. There could of been other milk options in the rooms for those with allergies. We had booked rooms 107, 109, and 111 and in room 111 the tv wasn't working at all and our request for a crib was missed

    The staff were very friendly and helpful especially those in the restaurant part of the Motel. Very lovely full of character throughout the motel. The location was perfect for what we needed.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly professional staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room deco is slightly old fashion. The sink in the bathroom should be moved a bit closer to the tap.

    All the staff I met were very good - the receptionist, staff at the restaurants were all very friendly and welcoming. They are very smiley and polite. Well done. Good location, close to the city, lots of parking space. Clean. Lots of drink choices inside the room - coffee, tea bags, hot chocolate. Beautiful building and plants. The room has one single bed and a double/queen bed, spacious. Having a restaurant in the hotel is a big bonus, very convenient. Dinner was nicely presented and good price too. Breakfast has lots of choices. I like the deco in the restaurant, a nice place to have function.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    8.0
    Was only short stay but was just what we needed and comfortable beds.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was a bit far away from room.

    Great location, room set up as we needed it.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2024

    8.0
    awesome for last minute
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    price bit high compare other place but it is what it is

    location great wish we were on floor level but al gud thanks

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    7.0
    Based on staff alone I would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were tired looking.

    The staff were so accommodating, kind and helpful and went above and beyond.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    6.0
    Comfortable, money we paid for was right looking at the accomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed especially

    Checking in went well. Room needs updating, comfortable but tired . Bed was too soft Needed two extra chairs

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a bit tired looking, carpet old, carpark basement flooded, beds not comfortable

    Good location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lighting was poor in the main room when working

    Location and parking and amenities in room where great

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2024

    7.0
    A comfortable overnight stay
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I didn’t like but felt the food wasn’t the same high standard I’d enjoyed on previous occasions. The garlic bread was delicious though.

    Was very grateful to be given an easily accessible room with walk in shower as requested.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    8.0
    It was handy to where we needed to be and to town
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They came to put in fresh linen but I had just got out of the shower - they said they would come back but they never did so we had no fresh towels during our stay. The rooms are looking old and tired and the carpet by the front door was badly stained - disappointing considering what the charge was per day

    It was handy to where I needed to be

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    8.0
    Good experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking is my only moan. Maybe the location contributes to this issue.

    Good bed and comfy mattresses except the shower when turned on it splashes all over the floor. Work to be done I suppose.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was bad. Nowhere to park. Had to double park to unload cases.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    6.0
    Time to update and modernize
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tv outdated. Spa was not working and wasn't updated to say that on website. Whole place looks like it could do with a makeover. Room felt dark and gloomy with worn carpets, tattered wallpaper, and a broken window latch.

    Beds were comfy and staff were lovely.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    7.0
    A nice centrally located motel. quiet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Location great. Short walk to the square and Countdown etc., Room quite spacious, clean and tidy. Getting bit dated and needs refurbishing. Lots of power outlets. Very quiet. Daily service. We had the breakfast option and this provided great range of cuisine.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    6.0
    It was comfortable but I didn’t want to spend any extra time in the property
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast, too expensive for what you get, nothing fresh The room was fairly clean but very outdated, the outdoor space not well looked after. The photos don’t match what you get at all

    The bed, it was nice and comfortable

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    7.0
    Ok - not uncomfortable but felt overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fan in bathrooms - 1 small set of hair and body wash for 3 beds.

    Lovely bar and restaurant with fire.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy wall heater

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really.

    Receiving a complementary upgrade on the room upon arrival. The hotel was very close within walking distance to the center of the city to access restaurants and bars. The breakfast is worth including in your stay as its very hearty and saves trying to find a cafe open in the morning.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    6.0
    It was acceptable, but did not exceed expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lights. Going around the room turning on several lamps just to get some light in the room.

    The location and easy to find. Reception area is very grand.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    8.0
    Not sure I would stay again, but service was very good, Many thanks
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The property could do with some modernisation and a refresh, it felt very dated and therefore felt a bit dirty but Im sure its not

    Arrived late, Good parking, Restaurant was still open and the meal was lovely, nice staff, WIFI was great. Homely feel to the property

    Stayed in July 2024

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