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Our top choices for Whanganui Central hotels

A motel with a signboard, multiple parking spaces, and a brick facade.

1. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (441 reviews)
"Excellent place - will definitely stay here again when needing accommodation in Wanganui. Clean and tidy, plenty of off street parking."
Australia
Kelly
The price is Rp1.548.781
Rp1.781.098 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aotea Motor Lodge
A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."

2. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (338 reviews)
"The room was spotless, well decorated and lots of period features and furniture. The staff were very helpful and friendly, they explained everything when we arrived. Continental breakfast was included which was very good. We would definitely stay here again."
Australia
Margaret
The price is Rp1.727.760
Rp1.986.924 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Rutland Arms Inn
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

3. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (337 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed"
Australia
Henry
The price is Rp1.212.125
Rp1.393.903 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Avenue Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

4. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"Great stay. Spacious."
Australia
Jagdish
The price is Rp1.577.311
Rp1.813.908 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

5. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (379 reviews)
"Room was very clean and convenient, had all we needed"
Australia
Debra
The price is Rp1.240.443
Rp1.426.509 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Riverside Motel
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

6. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (346 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly staff, great location, bigger & better room than booked. Will definitely book again if down these ways, and will recommend to others."
Australia
Charleen
The price is Rp1.328.997
Rp1.528.403 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Riverview Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

7. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is Rp1.524.522
Rp1.788.264 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

8. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is Rp1.441.793
Rp1.658.113 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

9. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (352 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean & tidy room, comfy bed, all we needed for the night."
Australia
Shirleen
The price is Rp1.355.591
Rp1.558.971 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Astral Motel
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a leather sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

10. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Left after one night smelt of mould room was dirty wife got sick with asthma from mould and dust"
Australia
Stacey
The price is Rp825.337
Rp949.138 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The grand Inn
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Nice stay one night, very easy to get to and handy to town."
Australia
Jane
The price is Rp1.834.083
Rp2.109.195 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Kings Court Motel
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

12. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is Rp837.259
Rp962.894 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

13. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 0.9 km from Whanganui Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (526 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp1.459.295
Rp1.678.189 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
151 on London Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 1.8 km from Whanganui Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is Rp1.459.292
Rp1.678.186 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.

15. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 1.6 km from Whanganui Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (276 reviews)
"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"
Australia
Wayne
The price is Rp681.056
Rp783.255 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

16. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 1.9 km from Whanganui Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, clean and tidy, parking directly in front of the unit. I stay here regularly and recommend."
Australia
Andrew
The price is Rp1.446.976
Rp1.664.022 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Te Awa Motel
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

17. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff, 5.9 km from Whanganui Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is Rp1.169.560
Rp1.344.994 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

18. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 5 km from Whanganui Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Yes the pool was great "
Australia
Loreen
The price is Rp1.430.939
Rp1.645.580 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels in Whanganui Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
235 reviews
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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
21 reviews
View
A motel with a signboard, multiple parking spaces, and a brick facade.
Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
441 reviews
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A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."
The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
338 reviews
View
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
84 reviews
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Where to stay in Whanganui Central

Find the best Whanganui Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Castlecliff

Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.

Whanganui East

While Whanganui East may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Whanganui Museum.

Gonville

Though Gonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Beach and Whanganui Museum.

Westmere

If you're spending some time in Westmere, Mowhanau Beach and Bason Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Top Whanganui Central Hotel Reviews

Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and convenient, had all we needed"
Debra 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Riverside Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is Whanganui Central like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Whanganui's Whanganui Central neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum as part of your Whanganui Central travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Whanganui Central?
Based on our traveller data, The Rutland Arms Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Whanganui Central. This inn offers free parking and a bar. Other good options for your stay in the area include Riverside Motel and Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Whanganui Central area?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Whanganui Central to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Whanganui area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whanganui Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Whanganui Central.
What is there to do in this Whanganui neighbourhood?
Sights like Whanganui Museum, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and New Zealand Glassworks can be part of your cultural tour of Whanganui Central. You could also plan a visit to Sarjeant Gallery or Moutoa Gardens while you're in the neighbourhood. Ward Observatory, Queens Park and Kowhai Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Whanganui Central. When you're sightseeing in Whanganui, Wanganui Community Arts Centre and Whanganui River Markets are also worth a stop.