Riverview Motel

3.5 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Front of property – evening/night
Riverview Unit | View from room
Property entrance
Deluxe Studio | Private kitchenette
Garden Studio
The Riverview Motel sits along a peaceful riverside, creating a quiet retreat for guests. Visitors can connect to WiFi throughout their stay, stroll through the garden, or consult with the knowledgeable multilingual staff who can provide guidance for exploring the area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

Room options

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Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Riverview Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Garden Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Family Garden Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
14 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watt Fountain - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Virginia Lake - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cactus Creme Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Riverview Motel

Motel located in Whanganui Central
Riverview Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Riverview Motel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Fridges, microwaves and irons/ironing boards
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Riverview Motel Wanganui
Riverview Wanganui
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverview Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverview Motel?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverview Motel on 3 Oct 2025 start from NZ$162.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverview Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverview Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riverview Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Riverview Motel located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Queens Park, Moutoa Gardens and Sarjeant Gallery. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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