Affordable Ensuite, Handy Location

Hotels
8.7 (14 reviews)
173 Highbury Avenue , Palmerston North , nz

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared kitchen
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Express check-in
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly owner
Cons:
No fridge in room
Lack of additional pillows and mattress quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Guests appreciated the spotlessly clean rooms and bathroom amenities.
Service
7
Mixed feedback on service, with some guests mentioning the friendly owner, while others had issues with the lack of provided amenities.
Location
7.5
Guests enjoyed the convenient location of the property.
Room Quality
7
Varied opinions on room quality, with positive remarks on cleanliness and shower options, but concerns about missing amenities like a fridge and additional pillows.
Amenities
6.5
Issues raised regarding the lack of certain amenities like a fridge and additional pillows, impacting the overall experience.
Value for Money
7
Comments on the need for improvements in amenities and room quality to justify the price.
Food and Beverage
7
No specific details provided in the review for this category.
Overall Experience
7.5
Mixed feedback with positive aspects like cleanliness and friendly owner, along with areas for improvement such as room amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-03 01:44

Property Description

Convenient Location - Situated in Palmerston North, near major attractions such as the Convention Centre and City Council, making it perfect for both leisure and business travelers.

Free Amenities - Enjoy complimentary private parking and WiFi during your stay, along with the convenience of a shared kitchen for your use.

Nearby Universities - Close proximity to Universal College of Learning and Massey University, making it an ideal choice for visiting academics, students, and parents.

Book now for a comfortable and convenient stay in Palmerston North.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 14 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 7
Location: 7.5
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Hashini • solo traveller • nz
10
Exceptional
2025-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Lynda • young couple • nz
8
The owner was really nice and friendly, and we loved staying at this property.
Pros:

This was an awesome room, ideal for an overnight stay for a couple or a single person. Everything was spotlessly clean, shower had option of waterfall or standard shower and a light on the mirror, which was a nice touch.

Cons:

The room did not have a fridge, in the middle of a hot summer we had no way to keep our drinks cold and the milk we purchased for the coffee and tea that was provided curdled before we could use all of it. The bed was comfy but we needed additional pillows that were not supplied. The mattress sandwiched after the first night so we used the blanket underneath the mattress to support it. To make this a perfect stay, the addition of a small bar fridge, additional pillows and a better mattress is needed.

2025-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo traveller • gb
9
Superb
2025-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Theoni • young couple • cy
7
Good
Pros:

Host was very gentle and helpful. Place was very clean.

Cons:

There are rooms next to each other and in case of noise you can clearly hear them.
For us that stayed one night it was ok but I wouldn’t want to stay for more.

2024-12-24 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo traveller • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

En suite room was lovely, everything you could wish for. Plenty of facilities available should you require them. Mine was a flying visit so only one night stay but highly recommend. Location is about a mile from centre but on the bus route for non walkers.

Cons:

Nothing

2024-12-12 • via Nuitee
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George • solo traveller • nz
9
Very nice room. Appreciated access through the front instead of the back door. Lovely host.
Cons:

A couple more pillows would have been nice.

2024-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Deen • solo traveller • nz
9
Superb
2024-11-23 • via Nuitee
K
Kelly • group • nz
8
Very good
2024-10-28 • via Nuitee
O
Ofeira • solo traveller • nz
10
Exceptional
2024-10-07 • via Nuitee
C
Christine • review category business travellers • nz
8
Very good
2024-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tania • review category business travellers • nz
7
Couldnt ask for a better host.
Pros:

The gent running the property was so helpful, he organised an Uber for me and carried my bag into the property.
Couldn't have asked for a nicer person to be involved with.

Cons:

Minor thing I noticed was there appeared to be another bathroom across from me? And the sound travelled into my unit. But other people might not notice this as I live in the country and am not just used to sharing accommodation.
And it wouldnt put me off, I would def stay there again.

2024-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • young couple • nz
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Clean and comfortable bed, the toilet was also really tidy and we had access to the kitchen where you can use the facilities. We arrived a few days later than expected and they adjusted our stay without extra charges.

2024-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Galinder • review category business travellers • nz
10
Awesome night
Pros:

Excellent service received 😍great location

2024-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Chris • review category business travellers • nz
9
Superb
Pros:

Clean, warm, well priced room and hosts were welcoming and friendly

Cons:

Nothing I didn't like

2024-06-15 • via Nuitee