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Our top choices for Whanganui River hotels

A red door with a Christmas wreath and a 'Merry Christmas' sign.

1. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 2.5 km from Whanganui River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a red car parked in the background.

2. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.2 km from Whanganui River
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
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Kings Court Motel
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

3. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 2.8 km from Whanganui River
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$143
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Riverview Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

4. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 3 km from Whanganui River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (372 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

5. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 2.3 km from Whanganui River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Fantastic accomodation for the price"
Australia
Lee
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a wooden fence, and a building labeled "Anndion Lodge".

6. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 1.5 km from Whanganui River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (280 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and place is neat. Just awesome."
Australia
Louise
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A parking lot with a row of red flowers in the foreground.

7. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 2.3 km from Whanganui River
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$153
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Astral Motel
A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree with red leaves.

8. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.8 km from Whanganui River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great stay. Spacious."
Australia
Jagdish
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

9. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.4 km from Whanganui River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and brick walls.

10. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.5 km from Whanganui River
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$187
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Rutland Arms Inn
Aotea Motor Lodge with a stone pillar sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

11. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.2 km from Whanganui River
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
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Aotea Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

12. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 3.4 km from Whanganui River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (530 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
151 on London Motel
A motel with multiple units, each featuring a red roof and white walls.

13. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 4.7 km from Whanganui River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

14. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 4.5 km from Whanganui River
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$158
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Te Awa Motel
A building with a blue and white exterior, a wooden staircase leading up to a deck, and a 'SLOW FOR KIDS' sign.

15. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff, 8.2 km from Whanganui River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Good clean cheap accommodation"
New Zealand
Todd
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A sign for The Avenue, listing amenities like accommodation, a swimming pool, and a conference centre.

16. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.2 km from Whanganui River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (348 reviews)
"The staff were excellent."
Australia
Julie
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Avenue Hotel
A furnished living room with a dining table, chairs, a red leather sofa, a large window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.4 km from Whanganui River
4.0 out of 10, (3 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$93
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The grand Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Whanganui River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A red door with a Christmas wreath and a 'Merry Christmas' sign.
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
85 reviews
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A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a red car parked in the background.
Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews
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A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.
Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
346 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
372 reviews
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A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
68 reviews
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Other attractions near Whanganui River

Kowhai Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kowhai Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Top Whanganui River Hotel Reviews

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central

10/10 Excellent

Staff were friendly. Property was clean and maintained well.
Australia
Rochelle
Reviewed August 25, 2026
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Whanganui River?

Whanganui River is located in Whanganui. You'll find 46 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Whanganui River?

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Whanganui River. Other good options within a few miles include 151 on London Motel and Riverside Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Whanganui River?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Whanganui River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whanganui River, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Whanganui River.

What can I see and do near Whanganui River?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Sights like Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Watt Fountain highlight some of the local culture. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Moutoa Gardens, Kowhai Park or Queens Park.