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Rutland Arms Inn
Hotel in Whanganui
Located on the main street of Wanganui, Rutland Arms Inn and features an a la carte restaurant and bar. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas, and there is free on-site parking.
Lisa
Australia
Beautiful spacious room
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
621 reviews
Price fromUS$119.21per night
The Grand Hotel Wanganui
Hotel in Whanganui
The Grand Hotel is located in the centre of Wanganui, opposite Cooks Gardens Sporting Complex. It offers free parking. All of the comfortable rooms include modern facilities.
Jimmy77
New Zealand
The staff were great.
5.6
Scored 5.6
Above average
Rated okay
1,158 reviews
Price fromUS$67.25per night
The Avenue
Hotel in Whanganui
The Avenue Hotel is located on Whanganui`s main central city road, only a 10-minute walk from the CBD with plenty of offstreet parking.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,662 reviews
Price fromUS$85.59per night
Astral Motel
Whanganui
Offering free Wi-Fi and a children’s playground, Astral Motel is on the banks of the Whanganui River, within 10 minutes' walk from Wanganui city centre. All rooms feature a TV with Sky sport channels....
Carolyn
New Zealand
The size of the unit #8 was great. Just needs more updating like the carpet, kitchen cupboards and kitchen flooring.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
627 reviews
Price fromUS$80.27per night
Riverside Motel
Whanganui
Riverside Motel features a lovely garden setting, located on the banks of Whanganui River. A 10-minute walk from Wanganui city centre, it offers free parking and free Wi-Fi access.
Kristina Hardisty
New Zealand
Units were clean, tidy and for the price I paid was well worth the stay.
Staff in office were friendly and helpful.
Will definitely stay again.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
638 reviews
Price fromUS$76.42per night
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
Whanganui
Set on 3 acres of park-like grounds, Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park is located alongside Castlecliff Beach. It offers a swimming pool, BBQ area and a sauna.
Cheekymama
New Zealand
the man at reception was really nice to us he gave me a key as i lost so due to me losing the key and my.necie not staying i let them have my money.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
498 reviews
Price fromUS$67.25per night
151 On London Motel & Conference Centre
Whanganui
151 on London Motel offers self-contained accommodation just 15 minutes’ walk from the Wanganui town centre. The property features an outdoor barbecue area and a fitness centre.
Jennifer
New Zealand
Great location.Very quiet and very clean.Good value for money. Staff very helpful
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
429 reviews
Price fromUS$97.94per night
Fiesta Court Motel
Whanganui
Set amongst Pohutakawa and Oak trees, Fiesta Court Motel offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. The motel is located next to Wanganui Hospital and is a 7-minute drive from Wanganui Airport.
Paula
New Zealand
That it was pet friendly and we could have our dog with us
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
386 reviews
Price fromUS$105.76per night
Coachman's Lodge Motel
Whanganui
Offering free WiFi and free parking, Coachman's Lodge Motel is located 5 minutes' walk from the Whanganui River. All accommodation offers a kitchen, a dining setting and a flat-screen TV.
McCalman
New Zealand
Conveniently located, all the facilities needed and hosts helpful and welcoming
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
378 reviews
Price fromUS$103.93per night
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
Whanganui
Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge is located in the heart of River City of Whanganui. It features a communal area with BBQ facilities.
Sharon
New Zealand
Quiet area, laundry facilities, kitchen facilities and housemaid service,
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
299 reviews
Price fromUS$106.99per night
FAQs about hotels in Whanganui
What guests said about Whanganui:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
We enjoyed Whanganui town, but since we were there just to...
We enjoyed Whanganui town, but since we were there just to attend a wedding, we didn't get to view a lot of different places. Where we stayed, he wahi pai na te mea he tata ki nga whare kai, close to eating places and supermarkets. Once we got to learn how the streets connected with each other, we could navigate better. We enjoyed Trafalgar Shopping mall, the new Farmers walk-through in town centre, and the look-out at Castlecliffe.
Te WaioraNew Zealand - 8.0Scored 8.0
Whanganui is an ol'River Port town that still carries that...
Whanganui is an ol'River Port town that still carries that ambience. If you were comparing ol'Paddle steamer towns with an Australia vs NZ type contest, you'd have an Ecucha Victoria or Morpeth NSW vs Whanganui match-up. Whanganui has the ol'Paddle Steamer "Waimere" still in operation & a Waimere Steamer Museum. Don't miss out on the War Memorial Tower & look-out, it's a musta, you can even get an elevator there. All the shops are here for the gals & of course the wife bought a new dress for the Whanganui Races. We spent 2 nights @ the Riverview Motel in a self contained Garden Unit, serenity abounds at this establishment, it's old but still gold.
Capt. Robert McKay GrayAustralia - 10Scored 10
Whanganui is a great place to visit.
Whanganui is a great place to visit. Friendly, great vibe, lots to see and do and not very expensive. I have never had a bad coffee there! Saturday market by the river is a must, as are the parks and gardens, a trip on the Waimarie, the tunnel and elevator, arts trail, beaches, bike trails, museum and restaurants. Heritage Weekend and Christmas Boxing Day are REALLY busy with a ton of stuff on. The Boatshed in Aramoho was our favourite restaurant this trip. Only negative in Whanganui is the AWFUL driving - and we are from Auckland!Tania50New Zealand - 8.0Scored 8.0
The history of the city is clearly evident in the retention...
The history of the city is clearly evident in the retention of a lot of charming century old buildings which have been carefully maintained on the outside with appropriate interior upgrades. A ride on the river steamboat and a unique in-ground lift which takes you from near sea level to the top of a hill suburb are other attractions.
Larry SouthonNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
Whanganui has a wealth of history.
Whanganui has a wealth of history. Like many modern day cities/towns around NZ, Whanganui had its hey day at the turn of the 1900s, and as the river became less important for transport and access, the local economy went into decline. However, many aspects of this affluent past have been preserved. Highlights for us included the trip aboard the paddle Steamer (1912 restored) Waimarie, taking the elevator to the top of Durie Hill and climbing the 176 steps to the top of the town's WW1 memorial. Walking around Majestic Square and the modernist War Memorial Hall, made us feel transported to Brasilia, as this style of architecture was lauded by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer. We attended The Whanganui Opera House's Repertory Theatre production of Titanic Letters which was a lovely finale to our stay here.
GianlucaNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
Great area, near beach and a nice little holiday park with...
Great area, near beach and a nice little holiday park with good amenities. Swimming pool close to kitchen, BBQ and covered area with tables, fab for families. Our small accommodation looked like a playhouse from the outside with a veranda to sit on, but provided tv, shower, toilet, kitchenette and double bed. Fine for the 1 night we stayed.chrisNew Zealand
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- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 39 reviewsA great place, very peaceful. The grounds are beautiful. The unit is immaculately kept, very comfortable, and the hospitality was great. Home baked goodies, freshly squeezed orange juice from the orchard, and very generous hosts. Plus, a really gorgeous part of the country which is truly worth visiting! Although this site says there's no Wifi, in actual fact, there is. It can be a bit intermittent at times, but it's a small price to pay for the beauty of this location on the Whanganui River.LucienneNew Zealand
- From US$73.36 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 1,158 reviewsWe were delighted by the character of the hotel, and the displays of items of historical interest. The thoughtful addition of a 'coffee-table book' on the city of Whanganui in the room was welcomed - I read it while having a cup of tea, and learned a lot about the city and was able to work out which tourist attractions I would like to go to. The room was large, as was the bathroom. I felt like I was getting a luxury stay at a reasonable cost. We also enjoyed our dinner at the Irish pub downstairs.CoralieNew Zealand
- From US$97.82 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 140 reviewsEverything about this property was excellent. The room was spacious with an outdoor sitting area, the bed,pillows and linen were top notch. It was in a quiet neighborhood location with a back gate to the beautiful Virginia Lake walking paths. The host was friendly and informative.CatherineUnited States
- From US$123.49 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 627 reviewsstaff was so nice couldn't do enough beds were soft and electric blanket was lovely heating was great and television was spot on....would not fault this motel. I have stayed in a few motels in Whanganui but that are nice but I will be staying at Astral more often.MargaretNew Zealand
- From US$119.21 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 621 reviewsLocation was fantastic, good secure parking, very comfortable room. The evening meal we had was very good and the bar staff we friendly and helpful. Spa bath was a great unexpected bonus, as was the late checkout on our last day (but you have to ask for it).KerryAnnettNew Zealand
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 51 reviewsYou will love this space. Beautifully kept lawn and flowers. Flower gardens are wonderful. Amenities include snacks, soft drinks, and condiments for a reasonable price. Location is quiet and convenient to downtown Whanganui.
Mark KolwyckUnited States - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 216 reviewsWonderful location a wee way from town but very walkable. Had a wonderful walk along the Whanganui River across 2 bridges Maggie and Grant our hosts were extremely helpful in allowing me to use the washing machine and dryerDennisNew Zealand
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 374 reviewsThe hosts were brilliant, made us very welcome. The rooms were cleaned thoroughly daily, lovely towels, great reading lights, bed very large and comfortable, quiet and we would definitely recommend this Motel in Whanganui.MargaretNew Zealand
- From US$113.10 per night9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 266 reviewsThis property is beautifully presented. It’s comfortable, homely with all mod cons. Super helpful owner with excellent information provided. Whanganui is a very special place and so is Smith House 🩷
FranUnited Kingdom - From US$85.59 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 638 reviewsVery enjoyable stay. Room was comfortable, clean and tidy. Close location to Whanganui township with a fifteen/twenty minute walk into town.
DennisNew Zealand - From US$105.76 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 386 reviewsConvenient location at the entrance to Whanganui, beds were comfy and had electric blankets and a heater, loved itHenryNew Zealand
- From US$119.21 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 164 reviewsLoved the way they had upgraded an historic building. Great decor. Wonderful views over the Whanganui River.CatherineNew Zealand
- From US$143.45 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 1,522 reviewsSpacious, modern and clean unit with small kitchenette and microwave cooking facilities. Lovely bathroom.
BrendaNew Zealand - From US$85.59 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,662 reviewsGood location and friendly staff. Quiet and close to restaurants. Breakfast in the hotel is very handy.Pinedo RodriguezNew Zealand
- From US$91.70 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,298 reviewsVery close to all whanganui has to offer. Could walk to a lot of the places we visited
ChristineNew Zealand - From US$119.21 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 621 reviewsThe location was perfect for exploring Whanganui...nice and central.
JaniceNew Zealand - From US$67.25 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 498 reviewsReally well maintained Holiday Park, great place for the family.AAnonymousNew Zealand
- From US$91.70 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,298 reviewsthanks for the large space! very homely and a great stay.amandaNew Zealand
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 374 reviewsReally enjoyed the spa bath and the bathrobes provided.
HuiaNew Zealand - From US$73.36 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 1,158 reviewsWhanganui city hotel oor facilities
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