Which City Corporate Motor Inn Room Should You Book? A Practical Accommodation Guide

Start With the Purpose of Your Stay

Before comparing individual rooms, consider how you expect to use your accommodation.

A guest stopping overnight may primarily need a comfortable bed, quiet surroundings and an uncomplicated departure the following morning. Someone staying for several nights may place greater value on a separate lounge, kitchenette or full kitchen.

Ask yourself:

• How many people will be staying?
• Do you need separate sleeping spaces?
• Will you be working from the room?
• Do you want to prepare meals or snacks?
• How many nights are you staying?
• Would a separate lounge make the visit more comfortable?
• Is an in-room spa bath important to you?

Once these needs are clear, choosing between a studio, one-bedroom unit and self-contained apartment becomes much easier.

Traveller Studio: Ideal for Short and Efficient Stays

The Traveller Studio is designed for individual guests and couples who want a comfortable, well-equipped space without needing a separate bedroom or full kitchen.

Its features include:

• A luxury queen bed
• An in-room twin spa tub
• Air conditioning
• A workstation
• Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi
• Leather recliner chairs
• An in-room safe

Who is the Traveller Studio best suited to?

This room can be a practical choice for:

• Solo corporate travellers
• Couples visiting Palmerston North
• Guests stopping overnight during a longer journey
• People attending a one-day meeting or appointment
• Visitors who plan to dine out rather than prepare meals

Although it is the most compact room category, it still includes the comfort and work facilities needed for a productive and relaxing short stay.

Corporate Deluxe: More Space for Work and Downtime

The Corporate Deluxe is City Corporate Motor Inn’s popular one-bedroom option.

Unlike a studio, it provides a separate bedroom and a spacious lounge. This allows guests to keep their sleeping and living areas apart, which can make a noticeable difference during stays of several nights.

The Corporate Deluxe includes:

• A luxury queen bed
• A separate bedroom
• A spacious lounge area
• A leather sofa and recliner
• Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi
• A kitchenette with a microwave, jug, toaster and refrigerator
• A double spa bath
• A separate shower

Who is the Corporate Deluxe best suited to?

Consider this option when:

• You are staying for more than one or two nights
• You want to work without sitting beside the bed
• You value a separate lounge for relaxing
• You want basic food and drink preparation facilities
• You are travelling as a couple and would appreciate additional space
• You regularly visit Palmerston North for business

The kitchenette adds flexibility for breakfast, snacks and simple meals, while the lounge creates a more liveable environment than a standard open-plan room.

Corporate One-Bedroom Unit: A Practical Choice for Families and Small Groups

The Corporate One-Bedroom unit with one queen bed and two single beds is designed for guests who need more than one sleeping arrangement.

The queen bed is positioned in the lounge area, while two single beds are located in a separate bedroom. This makes the unit suitable for families, colleagues and small groups who want to stay together without sharing one open sleeping area.

Features include:

• One luxury queen bed
• Two single beds in a separate room
• A living area
• Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi
• A kitchenette with a microwave, jug, toaster and refrigerator
• A double spa bath
• A separate shower

Who is this one-bedroom unit best suited to?

It may be the right choice for:

• Parents travelling with children
• Families attending graduations or celebrations
• Guests visiting for sports tournaments
• Colleagues who require separate beds
• Small groups attending events in Palmerston North
• Visitors who want shared accommodation with some separation

The combination of multiple beds, a kitchenette and a separate bedroom helps make group travel more comfortable and organised.

Executive Apartments: Greater Independence for Longer Stays

The Executive Apartments offer City Corporate Motor Inn’s most self-contained accommodation experience.

These apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, giving guests more freedom to prepare meals and maintain familiar routines while away from home.

Features include:

• A fully equipped kitchen
• Air conditioning
• A twin spa tub
• A dedicated workstation
• Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi
• Recliner chairs
• An in-room safe
• Separate living and sleeping spaces

Who are the Executive Apartments best suited to?

An Executive Apartment can be particularly valuable for:

• Extended corporate assignments
• Relocations and temporary work placements
• Visiting academics and researchers
• Guests who prefer to prepare their own meals
• People staying in Palmerston North for a week or longer
• Travellers who want apartment-style independence

A full kitchen can also make longer visits more economical by reducing the need to eat at restaurants for every meal.

Studio or One-Bedroom Accommodation?

One of the most common decisions is whether to book a studio or pay for the additional space of a one-bedroom unit.

Choose a studio when:

• You are travelling alone or as a couple
• Your stay is relatively short
• You will spend most of the day away from the motel
• You do not require cooking facilities
• You prefer a compact and straightforward room

Choose a one-bedroom unit when:

• You are staying for several nights
• You want separate spaces for sleeping and relaxing
• You need multiple beds
• You plan to spend more time in the room
• You would benefit from kitchenette facilities

The right choice is not always the largest room. It is the room that provides the features you will genuinely use.

Kitchenette or Full Kitchen?

The difference between a kitchenette and a fully equipped kitchen is especially important for extended stays.

The Corporate Deluxe and Corporate one-bedroom options include a kitchenette with a microwave, jug, toaster and refrigerator. These facilities are useful for storing drinks, preparing breakfast and heating simple meals.

The Executive Apartments provide a complete kitchen and are therefore better suited to guests who expect to cook regularly.

A kitchenette may be sufficient when:

• You mainly plan to eat at local restaurants
• You only need to prepare breakfast or snacks
• Your stay is relatively short
• You want basic convenience without a complete kitchen

A full kitchen may be more suitable when:

• You are staying for an extended period
• You have specific dietary preferences
• You want to prepare complete meals
• You are trying to reduce dining expenses
• You want a more home-like routine

Choosing Accommodation for Business Travel

Business guests should consider how the room will support both working hours and recovery time.

All City Corporate room categories provide complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, while workstations are available to help guests prepare reports, answer emails and organise the following day.

For a brief overnight visit, the Traveller Studio may provide everything required. For a multi-night assignment, the separate lounge and kitchenette in a Corporate Deluxe unit may offer a more comfortable routine.

Guests completing longer projects may gain the greatest benefit from an Executive Apartment with a full kitchen and additional living space.

Other business-friendly facilities are outlined on the
Experience the Difference
page.

Choosing Accommodation for Families or Groups

Families and groups should look beyond the maximum number of guests and consider how the sleeping arrangement will work in practice.

The Corporate one-bedroom unit includes one queen bed and two single beds, providing greater flexibility than placing everyone in one open-plan room.

The kitchenette is also useful for storing drinks, preparing snacks and maintaining children’s normal meal routines.

When booking for several people, check:

• The exact number of beds
• Where each bed is located
• Whether there is a separate bedroom
• What kitchen facilities are included
• Whether the bathroom layout suits the group
• Whether any special bedding arrangements are required

Provide the correct number of adults, children and infants when making an enquiry so the team can help identify the most appropriate option.

Location Is Part of the Room Choice

The right accommodation should also provide convenient access to the places that matter during your visit.

City Corporate Motor Inn is located at 209 Fitzherbert Avenue, between the central city and the Massey University side of Palmerston North.

Destinations listed near the motel include:

• Palmerston North Convention Centre
• Te Marae o Hine – The Square
• The Plaza Shopping Centre
• UCOL
• Massey University
• Fonterra Research Centre
• Arena Manawatū
• Palmerston North Airport

Explore nearby destinations through the
Our Region
page.

How to Make the Final Decision

If you are still unsure which room to book, use the following summary:

• Traveller Studio: Best for solo guests, couples, overnight visits and shorter trips.
• Corporate Deluxe: Best for business travellers, couples and multi-night stays where a separate lounge is valuable.
• Corporate One-Bedroom: Best for families, colleagues and small groups requiring multiple beds.
• Executive Apartment: Best for extended stays and guests who need a full kitchen and greater independence.

You can see photographs and compare current room features on the
Our Rooms
page.

For live availability, use the online booking system. Guests with special requests, group requirements or questions about room layouts can submit a
booking enquiry.

Frequently Asked Questions