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Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reception
Front of property
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Riverside Motel sits in the business district where travelers can unwind in the garden, use in-room WiFi, and access dry cleaning services. The helpful staff and convenient location consistently earn positive reviews from previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is Rp1.121.080
Rp1.289.242 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 5 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
30 Somme Parade, Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watt Fountain - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Stellar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Riverside Motel

Motel located in Whanganui Central
Consider a stay at Riverside Motel and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Riverside Motel have comforts, such as premium bedding and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate dining areas, kitchens and fridges

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  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 320 reviews
The price is Rp1.307.865
Rp1.504.020 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 0.14 per minute)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: NZD 0.14 per minute (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Riverside Motel Wanganui
Riverside Wanganui
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Motel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Motel on 26 Nov 2025 start from Rp1.121.080, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverside Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverside Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Riverside Motel located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Queens Park, Sarjeant Gallery and Moutoa Gardens. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 335 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short drive from Supermarket, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable old style motel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside motel was an easy and comfortable place for our overnight stay. Simple but tidy and kn a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice views of river across road. Reasonably situated near town (car ride rather than walk), the room was a little dated but the cleanliness made up for this. Bed very comfortable. Ablutions clean and adequate. We stayed 3 nights and very good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good parking ,quiet ,good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Set up. Was close to town and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, easy and close to stores. Very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped overnight - great accommodation - great cooking facilities, comfy bed, everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the staff are friendly. but the rooms are very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service
The room was warm and the bed was comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. We did have to kill a few rather large beetle bugs that were in the toilet and room. There was also ants. We only were there one night so we made due but it was a bit unsettling.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy late check in and friendly staff, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff A Clean Hotel and good parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and good moccasin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was an old worn out motel. It was winter and for 3 rooms there was one small space heater. We had to warm up the room using the oven. It was clean and the staff was nice. The milk was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the motel was great and served our needs very well We stayed 2 nights and walked into town 3 times! Gorgeous Whanganui!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Whanganui Motel

The Riverside Motel was clean but a little tired and needs some renovation to bring it up to date. Although the price paid reflects this as it was almost half the price of other places we stayed in this trip. The rooms are clean and there is everything provided that you need for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was dated in terms of the decor (1970/1980s) but rooms had been kept in really good condition and well maintained which made the decor somewhat appealing for someone who can remember this era. Lovely place to stay and convenient to the city or walks on paths alongside the river. Would recommend and would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable for a great price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed overnight: spotlessly clean, very convenient to all our central requirements, and good facilities. Will definitely stay again. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homely, comfortable & good service. Hot water, electric blanket & comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a motel with a proper kitchen. You could cook if you wanted to. Plenty of room in the unit. Easily held 3 people to sleep and eat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Handy location, helpful owner. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024