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Our top choices for Papaiti hotels

A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

1. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 7 km from Papaiti
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (278 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and place is neat. Just awesome."
Australia
Louise
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

2. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 8.7 km from Papaiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (527 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
151 on London Motel
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, 8.6 km from Papaiti
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (343 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed"
Australia
Henry
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Avenue Hotel
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

4. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.2 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (381 reviews)
"Room was very clean and convenient, had all we needed"
Australia
Debra
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Riverside Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 10.3 km from Papaiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
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, 8.4 km from Papaiti
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 NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Riverview Motel
Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and brick walls.

7. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 9.1 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (339 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 NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Rutland Arms Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

8. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.6 km from Papaiti
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 NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Aotea Motor Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

9. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.9 km from Papaiti
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

10. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.5 km from Papaiti
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

11. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.1 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

12. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 9.4 km from Papaiti
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great stay. Spacious."
Australia
Jagdish
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

13. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 7.8 km from Papaiti
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 NZ$143
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.

14. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 9 km from Papaiti
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Wish there was a little carten of milk, staff was so helpful wish there wasn’t pigeons lol beautiful and clean"
Australia
Mikayla
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The grand Inn
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

15. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 4.6 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Fantastic accomodation for the price"
Australia
Lee
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
A room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small wooden table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

16. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 10.1 km from Papaiti
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 NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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, 12.5 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

18. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.7 km from Papaiti
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 NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Kings Court Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Papaiti

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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 modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
527 reviews
View
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 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
View
A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
278 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Papaiti

Find the best Papaiti areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.
Photo by Paul Billaney
Open Photo by Paul Billaney

Whanganui Central

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

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.

Top Papaiti Hotel Reviews

A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
College Estate

10/10 Excellent

Have stayed a few times and have always found the staff so helpful, even when running late for checkin.
Australia
Jon
Reviewed January 10, 2025
151 on London Motel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Papaiti like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Whanganui's Papaiti neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Papaiti?

For your stay in Papaiti, The Signal Box is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Papaiti, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Papaiti.

What are the top things to see and do in Papaiti?

Some places to visit in the Whanganui area include Whanganui Museum, Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum so get out of the neighbourhood to explore more of the city. While you're out sightseeing, Virginia Lake and South Beach are a couple of sights to visit in the city.

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