Masonic Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (495 reviews)
249 Main Street , Palmerston North , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Darts
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
Invoice provided
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Lack of breakfast
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Cleanliness was often praised, though a few mentions of minor issues like showers indicate room for improvement.
Service
8.75
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
8.45
Convenient location near essential spots, contributing to its appeal according to multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.45
Guests mentioned the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, despite some noting the old building's quirks.
Amenities
7.95
Amenities were reported as sufficient but with some limitations, such as no hot plate in the kitchen.
Value for Money
8.45
Guests highlighted the hotel as offering great value for the price, especially given the location and service.
Food and Beverage
7.45
There were complaints about the lack of advertised breakfast, affecting the value of food and beverage service.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall positive experiences, with many indicating they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at Masonic Hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy allergy-free rooms with modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and city views.

Entertainment and Leisure
Unwind at our bar or try your luck at the on-site casino. For recreation, guests can play darts and explore nearby attractions like Massey University and Arena Manawatu.

Convenient Location
Located within walking distance of Palmerston North Convention Centre, our hotel is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers. The proximity to the airport and various educational institutions makes it an ideal stay.

Ready to elevate your travel experience? Book your stay at Masonic Hotel now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 495 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.45
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Wayne • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Upgraded room in older hotel.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Larap007 • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Bed was really comfy. Shower was nice and hot with good pressure.

Cons:

Function room sound system bass vibrated through the floor.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Karim • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Halina • couple • co
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Aroha • extended_group • nz
8
Cons:

The stairs simply because my husband has difficulty going down and mine is going up :) other than that it was awesome.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Good and clean

Cons:

Smell of marijuana in the corridor coming from one of the rooms

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Mereseini • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • solo_traveller • nz
6
OK
Pros:

parking

Cons:

floor wasn't vacuum before or during stay also hair in the bed sheets!

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Solomona • extended_group • nz
8
great Murray was a good host and staff
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Bill • solo_traveller • nz
4
Pros:

Location was great for CBD access. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Easy to find.

Cons:

Bar closed at about 8 both nights. Meant no access to watching sport on Friday or Saturday night without having to drive back into town. Lack of meals , dinner or breakfast, Only bar snacks (and the bar was shut)

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Quite, comfortable and a friendly welcome

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Dorothy • family_with_children • nz
10
Exceptional staff and very comfortable accommodation
Pros:

Did not have the breakfast

Cons:

Everything was perfect!! Nothing at all that was not liked

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • couple • nz
8
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • nz
8
Pros:

The location was great for where we needed to go. The cleanliness of the room was fantastic. It is an older hotel, so expect little quirks like a tiny bathroom and no air-conditioning, a fan, and a heater are provided, though. The rooms are upstairs, and the entrance shares the same entry/exit as the function room. The chilled bottled water located in the hallway fridge was great.

Cons:

Remember to switch on the power to the fridge as soon as you arrive.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • nz
10
The room was lovely and well equipped 😊
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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EXPLORE'RAROTONGA • extended_group • ck
8
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Aga • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Bardzo mili gospodarze!

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Orwin • couple • nz
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee