Best Vacation Rentals in Whanganui

**PLEASE NOTE** Our restaurant and bar are currently closed for building works and renovations; however, we are in a prime location with convenient access to supermarkets, takeaway outlets, restaurants, and cafes. The closest café for breakfast is approx. 328 ft from our hotel. We look forward to reopening our renovated restaurant and bar in the future. The Avenue Hotel is located on Whanganui`s main central city road, only a 10-minute walk from the CBD with plenty of offstreet parking. The Avenue Hotel has gone through a significant refit and redecoration of the rooms in the hotel block over the past 6 months so we can offer new, renovated rooms. Over a 2 HA. area there are a lot of accommodations options from Family units, an Apartment, and new air conditioning units with parking outside of the rooms. The Avenue Hotel is well-placed to accommodate and cater to families, corporate groups, or everyday travelers. Unlimited Wi-Fi is provided. The Avenue is within easy reach of the Whanganui River and Virgina Lake with the national and city cycleway just around the corner. The town's arts and culture center and sports venues are close by as well. The Avenue Hotel has an outdoor seasonal inground swimming pool (not heated) with pretty gardens to relax in.

- "Girls trip" - "Highly recommend. I conversed with staff via email regarding my parents arrival. Staff went above and beyond to commun" - "Retired drifters." - "A great place to stay as a stopover. We would stay there again, and for longer." - "Kaupapa" - "great value for money" - "Whanganui lightens up 😜" - "Highly recommended." - "I would come back to your hotel and tell my friends and work people to come and stay there"

Motel with free parking, near Virginia Lake
A business center, a meeting room, and dry cleaning are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite.
151 on London Motel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "I didnt like the room I was 1st given due to smell inside the room and the area veiw surrounding it. Fortunately the Manager offered me an upgrade which i was very happy with. Was a very soundproof room,warm and clean and everything neded." - "Clean and tidy, comfy bed. Great bath! " - "Good location." - "We loved our little room,was ideal for us,didnt see any staff but owners were fantastic n helpful." - "We were welcomed & offered an excellent location room, ideal for our 2 night stay, conveniently located restaurant was very good too. Checked in easily just after 2pm Friday & out before 10am Sunday "

Set among Pohutakawa and Oak trees, Fiesta Court Motel offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. The motel is located next to Wanganui Hospital and is a 7-minute drive from Wanganui Airport. All rooms feature a patio and flat-screen TV. The heated guest rooms each feature a refrigerator, a microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have access to a self-service laundry, a business center and a tour desk. Wanganui Fiesta Court is just 1312 feet from the Wanganui River. It is a 5-minute drive from various local dining options and shops.

- "Awesome place" - "Great pet friendly hosts" - "Clean and comfortable rooms, well equipped with kitchens supplies for warming food, and friendly staff. Also dog friendl" - "Good value for money" - "OK" - "It was good, as expected" - "Average"

Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking
A business center, a meeting room, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out, and a banquet hall.
Each apartment boasts a jetted tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a refrigerator and a microwave, while an LCD TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Aotea Motor Lodge offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Whanganui aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "It was so close to the supermarkets and short walking distance to the shops. Very friendly receptionists as well. If I am up your way again I will definitely stay with you again. Kind regards." - "Facilities: Modern; Value: Affordable; Service: Remarkable, Friendly and efficient; Cleanliness: Spotless; Handy to Wanganui collegiate, supermarkets, takeaways and bars" - " Best motel in whanganui" - "Facilities: Nice ; Value: Affordable; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Great Restarant onsite"

Enjoy free Wi-Fi and views of the Whanganui River from your shared balcony at Te Awa Motel. Located 5 minutes’ drive from the town center, all rooms are equipped with a kitchenette and flat-screen TV. Motel Te Awa is a 10-minute drive from Jubilee Stadium. It is a great point from which to explore Palmerston North, which is a 1-hour drive and the ski fields on Mount Ruapehu, located less than 2 hours’ drive away. Each heated apartment offers a microwave, a refrigerator, a toaster and an electric kettle. The bathroom has a hairdryer and free guest toiletries. There is an outdoor space with tables and chairs for guests to have a family meal. Free parking is available for cars and larger vehicles.

- "Wonderful six unit motel, not far from the city centre." - "I would recommend TeAwa Motel." - "Comfortable room with extra room for single beds.( or stuff)."

Inn in Whanganui with free parking
A bar/lounge, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this inn. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Housekeeping is not available.
The Rutland Arms Inn offers 8 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and hair dryers. This Whanganui inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans.

- "Lovely boutique hotel, staff were awesome" - " Great staff quirky property" - "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." - "Beautiful rooms, great location, wonderful breakfast and amazing beers. Didn't have dinner there because we'd had pub grub the previous three nights in a row so can't comment on the dinner options "

Providing a garden, Smith House offers accommodations in Whanganui. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. The apartment provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, river views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster, and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, every unit has bed linen and towels. RNZAF Base Ohakea is 30 miles from Smith House. Whanganui Airport is 3.7 miles away.

- "Highly recommend Smith House if you are looking for somewhere modern, safe and secure in a central location." - "Was fantastic nice clean and quiet and relaxing already recommended to our daughter" - "We enjoyed our stay here at one of Rorys apartments. While it is more a bedsit under the main residence, we didnt hear o" - "The property was very clean and soooo quiet."

Motel with free parking, near Queens Park
Along with a garden, this smoke-free motel has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas.
Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Air-conditioned accommodations at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

- "Clean and tidy Beds comfortable Good range of kitchen utensils Perfect for a stay Thanks " - "Very helpful owners" - "Very convenient " - "Welcoming & Genuine. " - "Convenient for our needs." - "The unit was spacious, renovated and clean. Had everything. The traffic was noisy " - "Very friendly and efficient staff who went out of their way to help. The Tide bus service runs past the property and we will try it out next time."

STUDIO @ 91 offers accommodations in Whanganui, 31 miles from RNZAF Base Ohakea. This property offers a private pool and free private parking. The accommodation features private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. With free Wifi, this bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and toaster. Guests can take in the views of the pool from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. The breakfast offers continental, gluten-free options and fruit and juice are being served. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace. Whanganui Airport is 4.3 miles away.

- "If ever back down that way we would stay there again . Host - fantastic!" - "Nice studio, we enjoyed our stay" - "My go to spot" - "A gem of a place." - "Very friendly hosts and a very cozy, tidy place to stay away from the main part of town. Very pretty"

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Along with concierge services, this motel has laundry facilities and free newspapers. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a garden.
Astral Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "The manager was very polite and helpful. Highly recommend thos motel to all travelers. " - "Welcoming staff. Beautifully clean unit." - "value for money" - "Stayed for 2 days close to everything. Will stay again." - "see above" - "A clean and comfortable stay. " - "Good size room, comfortable beds, reasonably well equipped, great shower, very friendly and helpful hosts." - "Very good stay.. near the road but rm number 3 that time got road works and it was very noisy too early in the morning.. but not the hotels fault i suppose"

Offering a garden, The Signal Box offers accommodations in Whanganui. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. There is a seating area, a dining area, and a kitchen complete with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. This guest house is allergy-free and non-smoking. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private balcony. Whanganui Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.

- "Wake up in an idyllic rural postcard" - "Excellent place to stay to relax. Didn’t really feel like going out once there as it’s so restful" - "Beautiful surroundings and very restful" - "Lovely peaceful stay and very comfortable" - "Had a relaxing time great spot tocome back" - "Beautiful home-away-from-home along the quiet riverside with stunning views." - "Vintage vibes in an exceptional setting" - "Relaxing 2 night stay."

Motel in Whanganui with free parking
A business center, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite.
Riverside Motel offers 10 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "This place is directly on the river but has no problem with insects. It has no Air Conditioner, but it is cool, with a really good passive design. It is easy to reach most features in Whanganui. The cats that own the place are relatively aloof, but the owner is friendly. If you are sensitive to traffic going by, you might be affected by that, but I found it comfortable and quiet. Overall, an excellent base from which to explore Whanganui. Highly recommended."

Featuring a garden, Durie Vale Retreat offers accommodations in Whanganui. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the vacation home free of charge. Outdoor seating is also available at Durie Vale Retreat. Leading onto a patio with quiet street views, the spacious air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms. Offering a balcony with garden views, this vacation home also has a satellite flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. RNZAF Base Ohakea is 29 miles from the accommodation. Whanganui Airport is 3.1 miles away.

- "Great stay" - "Lovely well-cared for house in a good location." - "Amazing home!!!" - "Very friendly, Appreciate the advice! Wish we could have stayed longer" - "Great sleep, bath glorious" - "This is clean confortable house managed by owner. Its over all my expectation." - "Fabulous." - "Lovely home, with stunning views, great place to relax" - "Above average property well maintained" - "Great Stay" - "Home away from home"

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and free newspapers. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite.
Riverview Motel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Nicely appointed family unit, quiet." - "All Good " - "Quick and easy check-in, upgraded to a larger room at no extra cost. Great local advice for sightseeing and dining. Would stay here again." - "the staff service was excellent, quick to offer suggestions and help" - "Very excellent service provided from Steve.Recommend to all to stay here. " - "Good location. Service was very well" - "Nice quiet place near the river. Room is clean and kitchen and tools are useful."

29 miles from RNZAF Base Ohakea, the vacation home features a garden and a terrace. The vacation home has a year-round outdoor pool and a hot tub. With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom vacation home offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking. The breakfast offers buffet, continental options and fruit and juice are being served. Whanganui Airport is 3.1 miles away.

- "Fantastic!" - "amazing hosts, room was great the bed was really comfortable, i had the best nights sleep" - "Would recommend this retreat 💯 Our little piece of paradise for 2days ❤️" - "We felt very welcome, amenities clean & new, lovely decor, best surroundings, spa devine." - "A very pleasant stay. Host was very friendly and helpful." - "Exceptional place for a quiet retreat. We loved it." - "A special place, would stay again"

Hotel with free parking, near Watt Fountain
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Change of towels is available on request.
The Avenue Hotel offers 58 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

- "Receptionist was excellent and very lovely! Room was lovely and clean! Overall experience was great and in such a great location! Will definitely be returnin 😊" - "The staff were very friendly and helpful. The price was very reasonable we had a great week away. Thank you very much." - "very informative, friendly staff enjoyed our stay " - "Great service " - "Highly recommend " - "The room was comfortable but they were remodeling the dining room which we were unaware of when we booked. It was closed and we had to go elsewhere for breakfast"

1920s Stay in Whanganui offers accommodations in Whanganui, 29 miles from RNZAF Base Ohakea. Guests staying at this guest house have access to free Wifi and a patio. The spacious guest house includes 1 bedroom, a living room, and 1 bathroom with free toiletries and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace. Whanganui Airport is 3.1 miles from the property.

- "Whanganui’s best kept accommodation secret. So special - a real home away from home." - "We appreciated the attention to detail of our hosts, their friendly communication, and of course the beautifully appoint" - "Whanganui Vintage Stay" - "Highly recommend great stay!" - "A real gem by the river - peaceful, cosy and clean. Lovely, respectful hosts." - "The stay was wonderful and very relaxing will definitely recommend this stay to my friends and family"

Riverwalk hotel in Whanganui with free parking
Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request.
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

- "It was a nice place. " - "Great location. Friendly cheerful staff" - "Very tidy and clean. Great facilities in room. " - "We had three adults and were offered the poolside apartment - perfect for a meal in and right by the pool to spend an afternoon of relaxation - perfection in space and accommodation Excellent value for money " - "May was delightful, place was clean and tidy and had all we needed. Swimming was a bonus. "

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the apartment's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is featured. The apartment offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and garden at Westmere Retreat. Whanganui Airport is 6.2 miles away.

- "Home away from home with great hosts. Really loved the BBQ." - "Lovely property and hosts. The cats are also very friendly and affectionate." - "Great stay." - "One of the best!" - "Great place, great space, secluded, restful - very nice." - "One of the best!" - "Absolutely fantastic. Can not fault at all." - "A nice place to get away for a relaxing weekend." - "Highly recommend"

Motel in Whanganui with free parking
Along with free use of bicycles, this motel has laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "After travelling around the south island for 2 weeks, this was the best motel accommodation. Managers were do friendly and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable" - "Really friendly and accommodating staff. Thank you for the really pleasant stay. " - "Lovely clean unit. Sue who greeted us was very warm, friendly and helpful." - "Lovely, clean motel. Central and supe4 friwnsly staff. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others."