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Our top choices for Ward Observatory hotels

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, sink, and a red bowl sink.
A room with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a TV on the wall.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

1. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Patu
NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree with red leaves.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a kettle.

2. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Jagdish
NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A modern living area with a kitchen, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining table.
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a double sink, and wooden cabinets.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a balcony with a view, and a wardrobe.

3. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Kelly
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aotea Motor Lodge
A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."
A restaurant with a signboard, a car parked nearby, and a tree with hanging lights.
A bar with a Guinness tap, various bottles, and glasses hanging from the ceiling.
Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and brick walls.

4. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
Canada
Don
NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Rutland Arms Inn
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a wall with a welcome sign.
A dining table with a wine glass, plates, and a bowl.
A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a red car parked in the background.

5. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.6 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Jane
NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kings Court Motel
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.
A hallway with a wooden table, a vase of flowers, and a red table runner.

6. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Mickey
NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a shower area, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a bench, and a framed picture on the wall.
A building with a covered outdoor area featuring a row of tables and chairs, a staircase, and a parking lot.

7. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
College Estate, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Anonymous traveller
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
151 on London Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern kitchen with a red backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a clock on the wall.
A gas station with a red canopy and a satellite dish.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a red countertop, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
Gonville, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Amanda
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.
A white building with a balcony, surrounded by red and white flowers.
A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a kettle, and a decorative shelf with glassware.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

9. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
Putiki, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Andrew
NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Te Awa Motel
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.
A residential street with a gated entrance, houses, and a clear sky.
A motel with a large entrance canopy, a signboard, and well-maintained landscaping.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a view of a lake through large windows.

10. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Charleen
NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Riverview Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting.
A two-story BURWOOD MOTEL with a red roof, a visible office, and a sign indicating it has 21-40 units.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.

11. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Vaughan
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Burwood Manor Motel
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a radiator. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A building with a white facade, a brown tiled roof, and a paved entrance area with potted plants.

12. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.9 km from Ward Observatory
Canada
Alexandra
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Riverside Motel
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.
A room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and a painting on the wall.
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by a glass fence, and steps leading down to the pool.

13. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Noeline
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Avenue Hotel
An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a painting on the wall.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.
A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

14. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Whanganui East, 2.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Kere
NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, glassware, and stacked plates.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and microwave.
A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

15. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
Whanganui Central, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Shirleen
NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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.
A single bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a bunk bed structure to the left.
A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table, and a wooden headboard.
A bathroom with a bathtub, tiled walls, and a wooden door.

16. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
Whanganui Central, < 0.1 km from Ward Observatory
NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The grand Inn
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a metal fence and a grassy area. There are two white buildings with blue trim in the background.
A small, single-story building with a blue door and the number 10 on the front.
A sign welcoming visitors to Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park.

17. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
Castlecliff, 6 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Margaret
NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a window view of a river, a sink, and a vase with flowers.
An aerial view of a riverside village with houses, a swimming pool, and a small park.

18. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Aramoho, 5.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Loreen
NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
9.6
Exceptional
20 reviews
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A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
9.4
Exceptional
235 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.
Aotea Motor Lodge
9.2
Wonderful
440 reviews
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A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."
The Rutland Arms Inn
9.2
Wonderful
336 reviews
View
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Kings Court Motel
9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews
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Top Ward Observatory Hotel Reviews

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"
Wayne 7-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great motor lodge, close to the middle of the city. The only negative was that for the price, it should have had at least king size beds as the rooms have ample space for a larger bed."
Penelope 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Aotea Motor Lodge
Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

8/10 Good
"Room was clean, staff was nice. The kitchen had everything one needs. Parking was free. If one has to stay longer at a place, this is a good motel to be."
Alexandra 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Riverside Motel
151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great to have the Cafe next door. Close to the main road. Plenty of parking. Well appointed room."
Pat 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
151 on London Motel
Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel

8/10 Good
"Great location but not a happy reason for staying- I was pallbearer at my partners funeral, which was at the very nearby funeral home. Very handy to the city where my friend (who had brought me up from Kapiti) and I had dinner on the Sunday night. Good parking right by our rooms. Very friendly, helpful reception staff member. Good amenities- mine recently refurbished I think. Excellent colour choice for decor and a very comfortable bed. Thank you."
Josephine 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Riverview Motel
Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Parking easy, location handy"
Vaughan 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Burwood Manor Motel
Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI

Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI

8/10 Good
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable. Cons - we were unable to connect to wifi (we're not very techie though) and twin bed was a bit short for 1.83m adult but this would not put us off recommending this choice to others. Lovely river view just across the road and walkable to town."
sharleen b. 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI
Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel

8/10 Good
"Very clean and tidy. Good location. Quiet."
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kings Court Motel
Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel

8/10 Good
"Great location, clean and tidy, parking directly in front of the unit. I stay here regularly and recommend."
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Te Awa Motel

Other attractions near Ward Observatory

Whanganui Museum

9.0/10 (85 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Queens Park

8.8/10 (51 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Sarjeant Gallery

8.2/10 (69 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sarjeant Gallery during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Watt Fountain

8.4/10 (60 reviews)
After visiting Watt Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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New Zealand Glassworks

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New Zealand Glassworks during your trip to Whanganui.
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Moutoa Gardens

8.0/10 (47 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Moutoa Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Wanganui Community Arts Centre

8.6/10 (9 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Wanganui Community Arts Centre during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Whanganui River Markets

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Whanganui River Markets during your visit to Whanganui.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ward Observatory?
Ward Observatory is located in an area of Whanganui known for its stunning river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel 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 traveller 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 find near Ward Observatory?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Ward Observatory.
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 Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Watt Fountain. Local parks like Moutoa Gardens, Queens Park and Kowhai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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