West End Travel Guide
Palmerston North
Popular places to visit
Victoria Esplanade
Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Esplanade, a lovely green space in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Esplanade Scenic Railway
Find out about the history of Palmerston North when you take a trip to Esplanade Scenic Railway. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
The Square
You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Palmerston North Hospital
If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.
Arena Manawatu
Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
New Zealand Rugby Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in New Zealand Rugby Museum during your travels in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Top hotels in West End
Cornwall Motor Lodge
The room was very spacious it had a small balcony, a kitchenette which was a bit small but manageable and a hot tub which was round and accommodated more than 1 person, it was luxurious to use. Walkable to town, a bit noisy on the main road and we only saw 1 staff member who was pleasant but we did ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
The best part about the hotel were the bar and foyer. Friendly staff. Our room overlooked a derelict building. Room in need of updating and very noisy. Wouldn’t stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Good location. Good facilities
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Excellent friendly service. Rooms were immaculate and couldn’t fault the location
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Bentleys Motor Inn
Clean room - friendly, helpful staff, great shower.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
Very nice room. Large comfortable bed. Good cooking facilities. Helpful friendly management. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Takaro
While Takaro isn't home to many top sights, Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Palmerston North Central
While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and Centrepoint Theatre.
Hokowhitu
Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but The Square and Centrepoint Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Massey University
You might appreciate the spas and cafes in Massey University, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Victoria Esplanade and Centrepoint Theatre are just a few notable stops.
Highbury
While there might not be top attractions in Highbury, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
Awapuni
While Awapuni may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
