The Manawatu region has range of accommodation with the region. Palmerston North is the major city for the Manawatu region with a thriving gay and lesbian community.

Levin is a farming town with large retired population, located on the main truck railway line between Wellington and Auckland, that is aprox 1.5 hours drive north of Wellington.

The nearest major city is Palmerson North which is approx half hour drive away.

Levin is served by Tranz Scenic rail and InterCity Coachlines services operating on a regular timetable Wellington, Palmerston North, Rotorua, Napier and Auckland.