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Our top choices for Ward Observatory hotels

A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

1. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great stay. Spacious."
Australia
Jagdish
The price is SARĀ 354
SARĀ 408 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

2. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is SARĀ 314
SARĀ 368 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

3. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (443 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 SARĀ 319
SARĀ 367 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Aotea Motor Lodge
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

4. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is SARĀ 172
SARĀ 198 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.6 km from Ward Observatory
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 SARĀ 378
SARĀ 435 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Kings Court Motel
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

6. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (527 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is SARĀ 268
SARĀ 312 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
151 on London Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is SARĀ 295
SARĀ 340 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A room with a black leather sofa, a glass-top dining table with chairs, and a grey sofa. There are framed pictures on the walls.

8. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
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 SARĀ 268
SARĀ 309 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Riverview Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

9. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is SARĀ 279
SARĀ 321 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

10. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Great location, clean and tidy, parking directly in front of the unit. I stay here regularly and recommend."
Australia
Andrew
The price is SARĀ 281
SARĀ 324 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Te Awa Motel
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

11. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 0.9 km from Ward Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (381 reviews)
"Room was very clean and convenient, had all we needed"
Australia
Debra
The price is SARĀ 248
SARĀ 286 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Riverside Motel
A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

12. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 2.2 km from Ward Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (278 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and place is neat. Just awesome."
Australia
Louise
The price is SARĀ 154
SARĀ 177 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

13. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (344 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed"
Australia
Henry
The price is SARĀ 250
SARĀ 287 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Avenue Hotel
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

14. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (353 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean & tidy room, comfy bed, all we needed for the night."
Australia
Shirleen
The price is SARĀ 266
SARĀ 306 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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.

15. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, < 0.1 km from Ward Observatory
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Wish there was a little carten of milk, staff was so helpful wish there wasnā€™t pigeons lol beautiful and clean"
Australia
Mikayla
The price is SARĀ 165
SARĀ 190 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The grand Inn
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

16. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff, 6 km from Ward Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is SARĀ 236
SARĀ 272 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

17. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 5.4 km from Ward Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Fantastic accomodation for the price"
Australia
Lee
The price is SARĀ 292
SARĀ 336 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels close to Ward Observatory

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
236 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
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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.
Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
443 reviews
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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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A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews
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Other attractions near Ward Observatory

Whanganui Museum

9.0/10 (85 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Top Ward Observatory Hotel Reviews

A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay, nice clean room with great access to the sites we wanted to see. Would highly recommend the stay here.
United States
Ken
Reviewed February 22, 2026
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Ward Observatory?

Ward Observatory is located in an area of Whanganui known for its beautiful river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 28 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Ward Observatory?

Adjacent to Ward Observatory, The Rutland Arms Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free parking and a bar. Other good options close by include 151 on London Motel and Riverside Motel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ward Observatory?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ward Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ward Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ward Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ward Observatory?

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What can I see and do near Ward Observatory?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Learn about local history at Watt Fountain and Durie Hill Memorial Tower. Local parks like Moutoa Gardens, Queens Park, and Kowhai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.