Whanganui National Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Whanganui National Park

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is NZ$143 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$143
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very close to the national park, good restaurant within the premises
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Mountain Heights Lodge
4576 SH 4, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$175 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$175
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free parking, onsite spa services, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
Staff was great,room was great well furnished and very clean, great view, breakfast was more than adequate and in a comfortable area
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
1 Rata St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$90 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$90
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star lodge in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
So very cosy and warm. Sparkling clean. Excellent value.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Rocky Mountain Chalets
20 Rangataua Road (State Highway 49), Ohakune, NZ3
Stay at this 3.5-star golf chalet in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Very friendly helpful staff. Awesome day!
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Aotea Motor Lodge
390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ...
9/10 Wonderful! (397 reviews)
Bit of a mix up with the booking but quickly sorted by helpful staff
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Cosy 4 Bunk Cabin, Mountain Views, Pet Friendly.
Ohakune
Stay at this cabin in Ohakune. Popular attractions Big Carrot and Ohakune Disc Golf are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
Was typical camping ground cabin. It was great to be able to book it for one night because that was all I wanted. There were no inconsistencies with how it was advertised and what it was. The manager was very pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit

Bridge to Nowhere
4/5(1 review)
You can take time to visit Bridge to Nowhere during your travels to Whanganui National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Whanganui National Park
4.5/5(14 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Whanganui National Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
- Bridge to Nowhere
- Tongariro National Park
- Castlecliff Beach
- Mowhanau Beach
- Big Carrot
- Bushy Park Homestead & Forest
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Ratana Church
- Virginia Lake
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
- South Beach
- Taumarunui Domain
- Watt Fountain
- Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve
- Putiki Church
- Aramoana Hill
- Raetihi Show Ground
- Bason Botanic Gardens
- Wanganui Community Arts Centre
- Queens Park





