Whanganui

Travel Guide

Whanganui
Whanganui
Whanganui
Whanganui
Photo by Paul Billaney

Where to stay in Whanganui

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Whanganui Central

If you're spending some time in Whanganui Central, Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Whanganui Central
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Castlecliff

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

Castlecliff
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Aramoho

When in Aramoho, you can plan a visit to Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Whanganui Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aramoho
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Westmere

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

Westmere
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Whanganui East

Though Whanganui East might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Whanganui Museum.

Whanganui East
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Gonville

Though Gonville might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.

Gonville
151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

4.5 out of 5
151 London Street Whanganui
The price is SAR 313 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
SAR 313
SAR 359 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
I was a late check and they prepared my room which was great. I had an issue with the fridge in my room, they sorted straight away. very efficient.

Reviewed on 25 November 2025

151 on London Motel
The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
379 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
The price is SAR 262 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
SAR 262
SAR 301 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8/10 Very Good! (292 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 16 November 2025

The Avenue Hotel
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

3.5 out of 5
143 Anzac Parade Whanganui
The price is SAR 169 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
SAR 169
SAR 195 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (227 reviews)
Clean rooms, good staff.

Reviewed on 30 October 2025

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
390 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ...
9/10 Wonderful! (405 reviews)
Convenient last minute stop. Room was spacious, clean and quiet. All the amenities were there.

Reviewed on 20 November 2025

Aotea Motor Lodge
Relax in the Wanganui Dunes

Relax in the Wanganui Dunes

Wanganui Township Wanganui
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Whanganui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Castlecliff Beach and South Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
Very clean, comfortable bed, good location. We enjoyed the spa and the view.

Reviewed on 3 November 2025

Relax in the Wanganui Dunes
Historic summer house by the sea

Historic summer house by the sea

Castlecliff Whanganui
Stay at this vacation home in Whanganui. Enjoy laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Castlecliff Beach and South Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 8 November 2025

Historic summer house by the sea
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Whanganui

4.6
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place for a few days. Steam paddle steamer was a unique experience too.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love it!

4/5 - Good

Renz

Kowhai Park was an awesome afternoon "to do". Pack a lunch and let the kids go crazy - there's so much to amuse them!