5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Lovely place to go. It is a shame that I was not able to stay longer and see more.
Whanganui Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Where to stay in Whanganui
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 Museum and Wanganui Community Arts Centre.
Castlecliff
Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.
Okoia
While visiting Okoia, you might make a stop by sights like Virginia Lake and South Beach.
Durie Hill
While visiting Durie Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Durie Hill Elevator and Memorial Tower.
Gonville
Though Gonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durie Hill Elevator and Virginia Lake.
Putiki
Though Putiki may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durie Hill Elevator and Wanganui Community Arts Centre.
The Avenue Hotel
379 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.563.653Â â« per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
1.563.653Â â«
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (169 reviews)
"the staff was lovely and the bed was compfy"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
151 on London Motel
151 London Street, Whanganui
The price is 2.081.879Â â« per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
2.081.879Â â«
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Virginia Lake and Ward ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"I have a big vehicle and the have an area to park for big vehicles and trailers. Staff are very helpful ð"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024
Burwood Manor Motel
63-65 Dublin Street, Whanganui
The price is 1.991.006Â â« per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
1.991.006Â â«
per night
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
"Very good would stay there again"
Reviewed on 7 May 2024
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.
Aotea Motor Lodge
390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"Good motel"
Reviewed on 2 May 2024
The Signal Box
70 Papaiti Rd, Papaiti, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Moutoa Gardens and Whanganui Riverboat Centre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Very nice boutique stay, unit well appointed and very comfortable. Lack of a TV ws a little odd. No service to room for three days was less than expected."
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2021
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
Virginia Lake
4.5/5(3 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.
Whanganui Museum
5/5(1 review)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Durie Hill Elevator
4.5/5(2 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Durie Hill Elevator during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Wanganui Community Arts Centre
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Wanganui Community Arts Centre in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bason Botanic Gardens
4.5/5(2 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Bason Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
5/5(1 review)
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Reviews of Whanganui
4.1
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
I have an interest in motor cycling and at the Information centre I asked Saskia if they had any memorabelia on the Boxing Day race at The Cemetery Circuit. She said she didn't but phoned Allan Willacy the organiser who drove to the Information Centr
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Just used Whanganui as a base to vist two national parks and the travel to Wellington. Yet another New Zealand place blighted with crap cars with big noisy exausts speeding aimlessly around the streets.
