DISTINCTION COACHMAN HOTEL, PALMERSTON NORTH, Palmerston North – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Distinction Coachman Hotel offers 73 rooms and suites with free unlimited WiFi, SKY TV channels, and tea/coffee facilities. Options include Standard Hotel Rooms with garden or street views, Deluxe Rooms on the top floor with urban or garden views, and Executive Suites with a king bed, living area, and spa bath. Studio Motels feature kitchenettes, while Family Motel Rooms include a fully equipped kitchen and space for up to four guests. The Two-Bedroom Chaytor Villa has a washing machine, dryer, and full kitchen, ideal for longer stays.
Dining at La Patio
La Patio Café & Bar serves modern New Zealand and Asian-inspired cuisine for breakfast and dinner. The menu includes fresh local and international produce, with options for indoor or alfresco dining. Breakfast runs from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, and dinner is available from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily. The bar offers a selection of beers and wines, along with a dessert menu.
Leisure & Facilities
Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool (seasonal), a spa pool, and a gym open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The hotel's Hunterville Bar features an open schist fireplace, and the rear garden provides a quiet space for relaxation. Nearby attractions include the New Zealand Rugby Museum, Manawatu Golf Club, and FMG Stadium for speedway events.
Central Palmerston North Location
The hotel is on Fitzherbert Avenue, a 10-minute drive from Palmerston North Airport. It's a 7-minute drive to Awapuni Racecourse and a 15-minute walk to Robertson Holden Speedway. The Plaza shopping center, Te Manawa museum, and Victoria Esplanade are within 1 km. Public transport and taxi services are easily accessible.
Services & Events
Distinction Coachman provides 24-hour reception, room service, and complimentary parking. Four function rooms are available for conferences, weddings, and private events, with capacity for up to 250 guests. The hotel offers a business center and dedicated event coordinators. Wedding packages include catering, accommodation, and garden ceremonies.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Barber shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor