𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Ruahine Forest Park (2026)

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A motel with a covered parking area, outdoor seating, and a single-story structure.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A kitchenette with a microwave, a fan, and a wall-mounted lamp.

1. Taihape Motel

Taihape

Angus

S$66

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

A sign for Gateway Motel Lodge advertising studio and family units, fully airconditioned, double glazed spa pool.

A room with a red sofa, a small round table with chairs, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a window with curtains.

A row of white buildings with a parking lot in front.

2. Gateway Motor Lodge

Dannevirke

graeme

S$110

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a television on the wall.

A building with a green roof, brick walls, and large windows. There is a paved driveway and a landscaped area with yellow and purple plants.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area with a table and chairs.

3. Aspen Court Motel Taihape

Taihape

Greg

S$121

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Two single beds with checkered bedding, bedside tables, wall-mounted lights, and a window with curtains.

A snow-covered mountain range with a clear sky.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher.

A compact room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a kitchenette.

4. Coachman Motel

Taihape

Elizabeth

S$127

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view through a window.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and trees.

A gravel driveway leading to a building with a sign that reads "Thomas."

A reception area with a glass partition displaying travel brochures and a sign indicating free information.

5. Thornton Lodge Motel

Waipukurau

Don

S$116

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Two people in a hot tub outdoors surrounded by trees and hills.

A person in a white bikini standing in a circular brick water feature with a shower head above.

A wooden cabin with a steep staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

A variety of cheeses, fruits, and nuts arranged on a wooden table in a rustic setting.

6. River Valley Lodge

Pukeokahu

Luca

S$314

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.

A two-story residential building with a garage, a covered patio, and a small garden area with a wooden fence and plants.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stove, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a sofa and a small table.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sign indicating office hours, and a door labeled "Café Zest."

7. Carramar Motor Inn

Roslyn

Brent

S$101

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a patio area with a table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a central fountain, and a building in the background.

A reception desk with a keyboard, a vase with flowers, and a staircase in the background.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign reading "HOTEL COACHMAN," and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

8. Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

West End

Andrea

S$121

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a blue chair, and two wall-mounted lights.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets. There is a small trash bin and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, oven, and a small refrigerator. There is a seating area with two chairs and a table.

9. Aspree Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central

jasmene

S$101

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a central glass facade and a symmetrical entrance.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a coffee sign, and a modern building in the background.

A brick wall with a sign for NERO RESTAURANT.

A restaurant interior with wooden accents, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Hacienda Motor Lodge

Palmerston North Central

Terri

S$114

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern building with a prominent illuminated 'R' sign, indicating a hotel or resort.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a mirror, framed certificates, and a painting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dishwasher. There is a wooden wardrobe and a small seating area with a red cushion.

11. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

West End

michael

S$113

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A residential area with houses, a parking lot, and palm trees.

A motel with a reception area, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, two sofas, and a coffee table.

A neatly made bed with a towel centerpiece, white pillows, and bedside lamps.

12. ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

Highbury

Michael

S$101

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A reception desk with a fruit bowl, a framed picture, a welcome sign, and travel guides.

A covered walkway with stone flooring, a potted plant, and a bench.

A castle-themed hotel with a stone facade, a drive-in entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs, a sofa, and a TV.

13. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

West End

Rosina

S$94

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern outdoor seating area with a sofa and a rug, surrounded by lush greenery and a string of lights.

A modern house with a large patio, surrounded by dense trees and a clear sky.

A stone fireplace with a TV above it, flanked by two wooden tables and chairs.

14. Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

Aokautere

Matt

S$346

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a mirror, a wooden wardrobe, and a small desk with a sink.

A pool hall with multiple pool tables, a bar area, and a variety of sports memorabilia on the walls.

A building with a red roof and a sign that reads "White Horse Inn Restaurant."

A hallway with a patterned carpet, framed artwork on the walls, and a door at the end.

15. White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

Longburn

Davey

S$83

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

The Masonic Hotel with a signboard, a TAB & Bar, and several parked cars.

A hallway with a wooden staircase on the left, a red carpet, and a blue door at the end.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a glass door entrance.

16. Masonic Hotel

Palmerston North Central

Kevin

S$102

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a computer.

A reception area with a glass door, a wooden counter, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

A patio with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

17. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

West End

Brent

S$124

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A motor lodge with a sign indicating no vacancy.

A room with a blue wall, a radiator, a table with chairs, a window with blinds, and a potted plant.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige blanket, a wooden bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A reception area with a wooden sign, a phone, and a security camera.

18. Braemar Motor Lodge

Roslyn

Duane

S$128

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

A modern living room with a sofa, a red chair, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A patio area with wicker furniture, a glass door leading to an interior space, and potted plants.

19. Drovers Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central

Malina

S$126

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern building with a reception area labeled "Alpha Motor Inn."

A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and glass shower enclosure.

A small kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a wooden dining table with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

20. Alpha Motor Inn

Palmerston North Central

Davina

S$82

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Top Ruahine Forest Park Hotel Reviews

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"I shouldn’t be saying this but this is the best 2 bedroom unit in Palmy north. Big great facilities and awesome service from the owner. We were here last year this year and will be again next year. Fantastic value quality bed (king) in each room extra toilet and spa bath. Roomy as well. Absolutely reccomend"

Aspree Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Very nice staff"

Cornwall Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, tidy rooms with all the amenities, helpful staff."

Aspen Court Motel Taihape

8/10 Good

"We arrived early and were able to check into our room early, which was great! Have stayed here a couple of times, happy to comeback."

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent

"Right in the center of the city. Parking not suitable for larger vehicles but on street parking is available free from 530pm to 830am Monday to Friday. The room we had was very large and very comfortable. Has elevators"

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Such a friendly welcome & comfortable stay."

Hacienda Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"staff members are super nice and helpful. We will definitely come back here if we visit again"

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

8/10 Good

"Rooms big and spacious. the bath needs to have handle to assist getting in and out of the bath especially after showering. two accesses upstairs can only be through stairs as there is no elevators.Good available parking spaces..close to cafes and city. overall very good"

Alpha Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Shower was great a bit steep to the drain if unsteady on your feet."

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Ruahine Forest Park?

Located 42.6 mi (68.6 km) from the heart of Ruahine Forest Park, Alpha Motor Inn is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North and Fitzherbert Castle Motel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ruahine Forest Park.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ruahine Forest Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ruahine Forest Park.

What is staying in Ruahine Forest Park like?

Travellers to Ruahine Forest Park will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 30 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Ruahine Forest Park.

What is there to see in Ruahine Forest Park?

Places to visit in the wider area include Mangaweka Adventure Co -, Whitecliffs Boulders and Oruawharo Homestead & Garden. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Ruahine Forest Park guide.

What's the weather like in Ruahine Forest Park?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Ruahine Forest Park is 1356 mm.

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Our top choices for Ruahine Forest Park hotels

1. Taihape Motel

2. Gateway Motor Lodge

3. Aspen Court Motel Taihape

4. Coachman Motel

5. Thornton Lodge Motel

6. River Valley Lodge

7. Carramar Motor Inn

8. Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

9. Aspree Motor Inn

10. Hacienda Motor Lodge

11. Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

12. ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

13. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

14. Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

15. White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

16. Masonic Hotel

17. Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

18. Braemar Motor Lodge

19. Drovers Motor Inn

20. Alpha Motor Inn

Top Ruahine Forest Park Hotel Reviews

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Aspree Motor Inn

Cornwall Motor Lodge

Aspen Court Motel Taihape

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Hacienda Motor Lodge

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Alpha Motor Inn

More cheap stays in Ruahine Forest Park

Taihape Motel

ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

Spacious Bungalow Rental in Palmerston North - Ideal for Groups

B K S Motor Lodge

Room-awesome Accomodation-palmerston Nor

Always Inn Motel

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