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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.
trev1953
New Zealand
Excellent food and an excellent range of beers on tap. The rooms were comfortable & warm.
The hotel was very busy at dinner time, that proves that this hotel is very popular with locals.
Highly recommended, and I would stay there again.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
624 reviews
Price from£93.75per 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
1,151 reviews
Price from£52.88per 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.
Juanita
New Zealand
Clean accomodating
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,668 reviews
Price from£66.83per 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....
Sudipta
New Zealand
Staff response was okay.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
618 reviews
Price from£63.12per 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.
Richard
New Zealand
Location, friendly staff
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
636 reviews
Price from£60.10per 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.
Brian
New Zealand
It was very close to the beach, went there for fishing.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
499 reviews
Price from£52.88per 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
425 reviews
Price from£79.18per 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
383 reviews
Price from£83.17per 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
377 reviews
Price from£81.73per 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.
Barbara
New Zealand
Overnight sleepover
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
299 reviews
Price from£88.46per night
What guests said about Whanganui:
- 10Scored 10
It's very easy to find your way around Whanganui, while...
It's very easy to find your way around Whanganui, while there were a lot of cars in the city on market day, it's still nothing compared to the bigger city traffic! Great food places and had most of the usual retail shops.
ArihiaNew Zealand - 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
Explore guest reviews of hotels in Whanganui
- From £83.17 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 383 reviewsNice welcome with owner who provided milk and a chocolate each! The room was quite large with a kitchenette, living room that had a dining table four chairs, two single beds. There was a separate bedroom with a queen bed. Nice touch with mints and a welcome on the table. Parking right outside. The motel is in a good location as easy to get in and out and drive to town easily. Pet friendly made this a great choice for us.YvonneNew Zealand
- From £72.12 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,295 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
- From £40.87 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 514 reviewsWe stayed here because we had never been to Whanganui before so made it a stop over on way to New Plymouth. We researched the accommodation and Braemer came up the right fit for us. Absolutely so happy we did, lovely home and garden with chooks free ranging, and the hosts Alice and Calvyn made us so welcome. We are definitely coming back and we can't rate this place highly enough.JennetteNew Zealand
- From £93.44 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 370 reviewsThe spa bath was lovely and the main reason I specifically booked this room. The room was a good size and the hotel room had great kitchen facilities. I really loved the added extra of a lovely dressing gown for after the bath. The room was heated in preparation for my arrival on a cold wet afternoon. Very comfortable bed and pillows. I would definitely stay here again.SStaceyNew Zealand
- From £93.75 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 165 reviewsBeautiful location next to the Whanganui River on the very edge of the city. Great to be up among the birds and watch the canoeists go by. Fantastic conversion of the former signal box into accommodation and very nicely done. Well appointed, loved the bedding and ingenious the way everything needed has been fitted into the space.
Y JUnited Kingdom - From £93.75 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 165 reviewsThe is a bloody gorgeous place to stay, for a couple. We loved it. It's a unique building with an interesting history, it's very well appointed and it's in a lovely spot. We appreciated being able to plug in our EV overnight to charge it, too. It's less than fifteen minutes by car to the centre of Whanganui.
BrodieNew Zealand - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 214 reviewsThe location was peaceful and pretty, and very convenient - it was easy to get to shops, the centre of the city and onto the main routes from Whanganui in either direction. The studio is small and the space was very nicely organised. It was comfortable and cosy.
HelenNew Zealand - From £86.54 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 299 reviewsAs a truck driver I am used to motel overnightings. For my holiday we chose this for our week-end in Whanganui. This is by far the best place I have stayed. Would recommend to anybody if you are looking for a tidy and spotless placeHHenryNew Zealand
- From £72.12 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,295 reviewsNever had breakfast but for the price I would stay there everytime I visit whanganui Awesome customer service, the hotelier was very pleasant I thought even when we had to wake him up early so we could pay for our room.10/10👍👍👍AlfredNew Zealand
- From £57.69 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 1,151 reviewsBreakfast was very good. We loved your hotel. And next time we visit whanganui, we'll be looking to stay at the Grand hotel. Thankyou so much for our overnight stay. We very much enjoyed it. Thanks. Vee and Harry.x
JamesNew Zealand - From £93.44 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 370 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 £93.75 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 624 reviewsGreat location and lovely staff. Nice character room which reflected the history of the hotel and Whanganui. Nice restuarant, bar and outdoor seating area attached.AngelaNew Zealand
- From £57.69 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 1,151 reviewsLocation was great. Restaurant/bar really nice warm atmosphere with lovely meals. We thoroughly loved the hotel decor befitting with the hotel name, ie "grand"DrakeNew Zealand
- From £67.31 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 636 reviewsVery enjoyable stay. Room was comfortable, clean and tidy. Close location to Whanganui township with a fifteen/twenty minute walk into town.
DennisNew Zealand - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 33 reviewsVery beautiful space, very comfy and lovely gardens. Stacy so nice and helpful, even days later she was recommending places to go!
DonnaCanada - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 39 reviewsThe location is on a quiet farm, 15 minutes out of Whanganui. For us, it was the perfect stop to decompress.
FionaNew Zealand - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 1,530 reviewsSpacious, modern and clean unit with small kitchenette and microwave cooking facilities. Lovely bathroom.BrendaNew Zealand
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 152 reviewsVery comfortable space. Many bed rooms with full of hospitality. Very friendly and kind house owner.YasutoshiSingapore
- From £84.62 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 1,059 reviewsVery comfortable, clean and quiet motel. Great place to stay in cnetral Whanganui.PeterNew Zealand
- From £66.83 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,668 reviewsDid not know swimming pool and spa were not operating!ClaireNew Zealand
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