Whanganui Central Travel Guide

Whanganui

A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.

Stay near popular Whanganui Central attractions


Top hotels in Whanganui Central

Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

3.5 out of 5
30 Somme Parade Whanganui
The price is ฿2,304 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿2,304
฿2,650 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (365 reviews)
"Lovely roomy motel unit. Very definitely needed an upgrade in the bathroom and kitchen. One couch, one side spring broken so most uncomfortable. Bed MOST comfy, that was a bonus and motel in lovely situation. Sad not upgraded. Old fashioned little packets of soap, no dispensers of shampoo nor ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Riverside Motel
The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
379 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.2/10 Very good! (332 reviews)
"Gr was t room for the price. Just wahat we needed for a night stay."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Avenue Hotel
The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn

4 out of 5
Cnr Victoria Ave & Ridgway Street Whanganui
The price is ฿3,209 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿3,209
฿3,691 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (331 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel, great location, good facilities and nice friendly staff. Sadly could not warm our bedroom up much and water pressure in shower not great. Overall a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

The Rutland Arms Inn
Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

2.5 out of 5
63-65 Dublin Street Whanganui
The price is ฿2,451 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,451
฿2,819 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (358 reviews)
"Ok for a quick work stay. In ok condition, but mould and age shows."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Burwood Manor Motel
Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
390 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
The price is ฿3,456 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,456
฿3,974 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
"Awesome stay"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Aotea Motor Lodge
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

2 out of 5
240 St Hill St Whanganui Manawatū-Whanganui Region
The price is ฿2,832 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿2,832
฿3,322 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Warm and friendly staff, room was lovely and clean, location was excellent for us, the only thing we miss is being able to watch Sky and YouTube without the hassle of signing in all the time, but would recommend this motel"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
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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.

Westmere

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

Gonville

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

Saint Johns Hill

Though Saint Johns Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Virginia Lake and Whanganui Museum.

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.



Whanganui Central Travel Guide