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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.
Barbara
Canada
The food was very good.
Though I opted for a different breakfast than the continental.
Dinner the night before was also top notch
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
619 reviews
Price from$119.60per night
The Grand Hotel Wanganui
Hotel in Whanganui
The Grand Hotel is located in the center of Wanganui, opposite Cooks Gardens Sporting Complex. It offers free parking. All of the comfortable rooms include modern facilities.
Bart
New Zealand
Beautiful building but needs a lot of restoration money spent on it but the bones are good and it has huge potential.
5.6
Scored 5.6
Above average
Rated okay
1,157 reviews
Price from$67.47per 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.
Graeme
New Zealand
Friendly staff, always smiling and helpful. Brilliant location.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,658 reviews
Price from$77.28per 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 center. All rooms feature a TV with Sky sport channels....
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
630 reviews
Price from$80.53per night
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
Whanganui
Located next to the Whanganui River, Braemar House is a restored historic building, built in 1880, that offers a range of accommodations options from Deluxe Private rooms in the B&B wing through to...
Lynne
New Zealand
Very friendly hosts. Beautifully cared for character home that was well maintained.
Quiet location.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
512 reviews
Price from$52.13per 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.
Kai
New Zealand
the lawn was mowed, and the overall impression was clean.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
498 reviews
Price from$67.47per night
151 On London Motel & Conference Centre
Whanganui
151 on London Motel offers self-contained accommodations just 15 minutes’ walk from the Wanganui town center. The property features an outdoor barbecue area and a fitness center.
Allen
New Zealand
The location and layout is really good
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
429 reviews
Price from$98.26per 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 center, it offers free parking and free Wi-Fi access.
Josef
Czech Republic
Great hospitality friendly and welcoming unit was clean and cosy and affordable!
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
635 reviews
Price from$76.67per night
Fiesta Court Motel
Whanganui
Set among 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.
James
United Kingdom
A well equipped apartment with parking outside. Good facilities. The cleaning staff were very friendly.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
386 reviews
Price from$106.11per 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.
Gill
Australia
The daily servicing of the room was beyond what was expected. The location of the motel was quiet, comfortable and convenient.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
299 reviews
Price from$107.34per night
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What Guests Said About Whanganui:
- 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 - 10Scored 10
Our church group members went to Whanganui, some stayed at...
Our church group members went to Whanganui, some stayed at Coachmans Lodge Motel and some stayed at Burwood Motel. We did not really going around Whanganui as we were there for an event for our church and we had our lunch and dinner at the church hall. We find it very easy to get around Whanganui and we will visit other places next time we go there. We really enjoyed our trip.JokapetiNew Zealand
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- 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 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 $92 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,298 reviewsThe room and the bathroom were large and spacious. The beds were surprisingly comfortable. The spa bath was easy to use and comfortable to sit in. The kitchen had everything we needed. The lounge area had two comfortable chairs, one was a recliner. even though we were booked for several days the rooms were serviced every day. The laundry was clean, reasonably cheap and both machines were industrial-size.SStephAustralia
- 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 32 reviewsWarm and cozy vintage character home. Comfortable bedroom with window seating. Spacious inviting living room. Classic bathroom with claw foot bathtub and cubby space under the sink. Decorative touches, porch seating, and a rare screen door for front door to let the air in without the pests. Stacy was warm and friendly and provided a few fruits from her organic garden. Would highly recommend.
JamesUnited States of America - From $52.13 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 512 reviewsNo breakfast offered as it was winter low season. We were happy to self cater using the attached hostel common area.(which by the way had comfortable sitting area with television, as did the gracious formal lounge reserved for B&B guests.)A really nice , grand and gracious old property undergoing renovations. Warm, spacious bedroom with french doors out onto balcony.
malcolmAustralia - From $67.47 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 1,158 reviewsThe bed was lovely and clean and comfy. The staircase as you enter is stunning. It's a lovely space, just wish it was done up a little. I got what I paid for though, it was cheap especially for a last minute hotel. A weird thing I liked was being able to control the lighting from bed with light switches connected to the bedside table.AAnonymous
- 7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 201 reviewsThe location suited our own personal needs for travelling by car in Whanganui, but generally too far to walk to facilities like cafes, restaurants, etc. Parking good. An older style of timber construction, but room very comfortable. Had spare bedroom we didn't use. Small practical kitchenette.
MikeMurphyNew Zealand - From $98.14 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 139 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 of America
- From $119.60 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 619 reviewsFriendly, lively, central accommodation with popular pub and restaurant, making it a very convenient overnight stay in Whanganui. A good range of tasty pub food and the complimentary continental breakfast was delicious, especially the homemade granola and fruit compote.MaryUnited Kingdom
- From $119.60 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 619 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 - From $92 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,298 reviewsThe receptionist and service staff were great, and the facilities were good too. The daily service was much appreciated. I appreciate the heating as well as the temperature dropped quite a bit when we were in Whanganui.MarianaNew Zealand
- 9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 51 reviewsEverything you could need and more! Best accom in Whanganui for groups. Great to have separate bedrooms and a proper lounge and kitchen. The garden and deck is really lovely - plus the snack bar is a massive highlight!
AlanaNew Zealand - From $107.95 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,060 reviewsLocation Location Location .Excellent location for central Whanganui.Opera House staging most dramatic and exciting Phantom of the Opera/Art Weekend/ River market and cafe, restaurant and supermarkets all nearby.GillianNew Zealand
- 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 374 reviewsVery comfortable and clean. Close to central city and with in walking distance of cafes shopping and tourist attractions.. Whanganui is a great city to visit. Amazing art and crafts. We will be back.
CarolNew Zealand - From $85.87 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,660 reviewsI was pleasantly surprised by how nice and spacious the room was. It feels very lux considering you’re in little Whanganui (I’ve only recently moved away). I really liked the room and will be back!
TaylorAustralia - 8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 91 reviewsThe property had all the facilities we needed, and is very central to Whanganui. It was well equipped, and the owner was very responsive to messages. Fabulous views.LLeisaNew Zealand
- From $104.27 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 379 reviewsDouble bed was comfy, the whole place was spacious and better kept than the photos suggested as it looked a bit tired on them, so was pleasantly surprised.KevinNew Zealand
- From $123.90 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 628 reviewsOur room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Parking right at the door.MarciaAustralia
- From $85.87 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 635 reviewsSpacious and clean. Everything you need was provided. Family-friendly.
RolandGermany - From $124.11 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,520 reviewsSPA BATH! Beautiful room, friendly staff Very central, easy to findWWendyNew Zealand
- From $116.38 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 582 reviewsGreat manaakitanga would recommend to anyone going to whanganuiMelanieNew Zealand
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