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The Rutland Arms Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Whanganui with free parking

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The Rutland Arms Inn welcomes travelers with its picturesque setting and helpful staff ready to assist with dry cleaning and luggage storage. Visitors unwind on the terrace, enjoy drinks at the bar, and stay connected with WiFi throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is Rp1.738.389
Rp1.999.147 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Room options

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio) | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Cnr Victoria Ave & Ridgway Street, Whanganui, 4500

What's nearby

  • Watt Fountain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Virginia Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stellar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Rutland Arms Inn

Upscale inn located in Whanganui Central
You can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at The Rutland Arms Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Rutland Arms Inn include comforts, such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and desks

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Rp1.636.920 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rutland Arms Inn Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn
Rutland Arms Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
Rutland Arms Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn
The Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rutland Arms Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rutland Arms Inn?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rutland Arms Inn on 6 Nov 2025 start from Rp1.738.389, 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 The Rutland Arms Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rutland Arms Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is The Rutland Arms Inn located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this inn is steps away from Watt Fountain, Queens Park and New Zealand Glassworks. Moutoa Gardens and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Rutland Arms Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 301 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, beautiful furniture and great complimentary breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place . My number one choice in Whanganui.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the quaint elegance of the Rutland Arms Inn. The restaurant and bar onsite were excellent for dinner and the breakfast prepared for us got our day started. Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wanganui

Hotel ideally situated in the centre of town, an easy walk to Galleries studios and other attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Antique hotel, well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel full of charm. Rooms very clean and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hans Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big room - good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel and Pub

Wonderful hotel and pub with old English charm. We loved our stay at the Rutand Arms Inn! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. The pub food and adult beverages were great! We highly recommend the Hotel if you’re staying in Whanganui.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at the Rutland Arms. We had a beautiful room that was nicely furnished and spotlessly clean. The food was as good and worth booking a table for! All in all a very pleasant stay and I’d highly recommend it !!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend

Really friendly team, easy check-in, comfortable room and lovely complimentary breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable for a night in Whanganui.

Nice little hotel right in the center of town. Well renovated old building with a few quirks. Comfortable spacious room with AC and solid WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was surprising quiet. Was worried being above a pub but it wasn't an issue. Is centrally located, easy walk to most attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of character...LOTS. Home away from home. Loved it. Great bangers and mash. Hope the lambshanks are back on the menu when we return later this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rutland Arms Hotel is a gem in the heart of Whanganui. The individual and thoughtful decor of the rooms captures the essence of the historic origins of the hotel and the restaurant and bar are bustling and cosy, offering a varied menu and catering very well for GF. The continental breakfast, included in the tariff was excellent. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Tarryn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated, beds very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No lift and stairs are quite steep. Lovely willing staff helped with my suitcase, but I doubt I will stay there again because of the stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay, room a bit warm in summer

We stayed at the Rutland Arms as part of a longer stay on our drive down to Wellington. The staff were all very friendly and the room decor was very nice. We didn't make it to the bar to get a drink in the evening, but the breakfast was good with a choice of cereals, yoghurt, berries, toast, and coffee. Only negatives were that the room was quite warm (even though the ceiling fan was on) and there was some paint missing in the bathroom that hindered the overall room decor. The hallway was much cooler than the room and the room is facing the sun, so perhaps adding blackout curtains to keep the sun out during the day might be an easy fix.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Arrived just before 8:30pm. Reception closed, went to bar to check in. Informed kitchen was closed other than chips or wedges which is illegal in NZ as food must be provided. Eventually we were offered a chicken salad or burger which we declined. Basically we went to our room at 9:30pm as they started to vacuum the bar area with no food and a couple of drinks. Admittedly it was a Monday but $190 per night is too steep for what was on offer not a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in historic hotel, close to cbd, good dining room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully decorated, clean room and very helpful staff. The water pressure in the shower was very low. But besides that we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025