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CHCNew Plymouth AirportMarch 28 to March 30NZ$601
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Tongariro Holiday Park

Tongariro Holiday Park

2 out of 5
State highway 47, Tongariro Forest Park
Stay at this campground in Tongariro Forest Park. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mount ...
7.6/10 Good! (63 reviews)
Wonderful stay!
"The host is ver friendly and helpful. The room is supper clean!"

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2019

Tongariro Holiday Park
Central City Accommodation, Palmerston North

Central City Accommodation, Palmerston North

3 out of 5
110 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions The Square and Te Manawa ...
6.6/10 (327 reviews)
"It was so run down and dirty I changed hotels after just one night, instead of staying four nights"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2020

Central City Accommodation, Palmerston North
Grand Hotel Wanganui

Grand Hotel Wanganui

3 out of 5
Cnr St Hill and Guyton Street, Whanganui
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ...
7.6/10 Good! (393 reviews)
"I really don't know how this place is still operating!!! Broken curtains, black mold , Damp smell, unsafe lift, and it goes on!!"

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2023

Grand Hotel Wanganui
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The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is NZ$161 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great location to visit the park and do the Tongariro Alpine hike."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

4.5 out of 5
151 London Street, Whanganui
The price is NZ$177 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Very clean, quiet place. Overall very nice. Maybe a rail to hang damp tea towel."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

151 on London Motel
42b College House - Hostel

42b College House - Hostel

2 out of 5
42B Campbell Street, Whanganui
Stay at this hostel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Queens Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
"The graden area at the property was so calm and relaxed. The interesting people that hung around the kitchen and eating area made the place seem lively."

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2021

42b College House - Hostel
Astral Motel

Astral Motel

3 out of 5
46 Somme Parade, Whanganui
The price is NZ$130 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Sarjeant Gallery and Queens Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (320 reviews)
"Property is very dated. Although clean. And staff were friendly. Convenient easy walk to the town centre. It is a busy roundabout so some vehicle noise. Overall good experience for the price."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Astral Motel
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Kauri Court Motel

Kauri Court Motel

3 out of 5
248 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$170 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Victoria Esplanade ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Very friendly and genuine team. Thanks. I will be back to stay."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Kauri Court Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

3 out of 5
17 Carroll Street, National Park Village
The price is NZ$180 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Marton Sash and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (315 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the pods. So well set up and we loved the bath. Great service and information on the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Plateau Lodge
Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

2.5 out of 5
63-65 Dublin Street, Whanganui
The price is NZ$169 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (276 reviews)
"We booked this last minute when we checked out of another awful hotel in Tongariro. This was blissful in comparison. Spacious, clean and very comfortable. A 20 minute walk down to the riverside, we found this charming artistic community just lovely. It is just off the main road, but traffic noise ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Burwood Manor Motel
Station Lodge - Hostel

Station Lodge - Hostel

2 out of 5
60 Thames Street, Ohakune
Stay at this hostel in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Mountain Bike Station and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"Teresa the host went out of her way to be helpful, even driving to find us when we couldn't fine the lovely apartment. I would give 11 out of 10 as a review. Definitely go there. The Powder Keg restaurant and pub is easily walkable! Thanks Mark and Joanna"

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2022

Station Lodge - Hostel
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Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

4 out of 5
360 Ferguson Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$231 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions The Square and Te Manawa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (604 reviews)
"Great place Handy location"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Aubyn Court Spa Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
145 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$150 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (409 reviews)
"Good size and great for family. Dated yet looks very clean. Small issue of filtered water not working. Enjoyed the night. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is NZ$161 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great location to visit the park and do the Tongariro Alpine hike."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Palmerston North Motel

Palmerston North Motel

3.5 out of 5
66 Linton Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$126 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centrepoint Theatre and Te Manawa ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (358 reviews)
"My stay all went well no problems at all."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Palmerston North Motel
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Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3 out of 5
59 Tainui Street, Ohakune
The price is NZ$160 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star motel in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Ohakune Disc Golf and Big Carrot are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (143 reviews)
"Lovey place to stay ."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

Ossies Motels and Chalets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.