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## Top Hotels Close to Ward Observatory

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/790ffbb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/f82eff63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory

9.4/10

Exceptional

(211)

"It was a fantastic place to stay, owners were very professional in all aspects of the motel. Best place in town.!!!!!"

CA $125

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Asure-Cooks-Gardens-Motor-Lodge.h3565927.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/3bf5716d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/1080f805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/9b0beedf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/7cdbaaca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aotea Motor Lodge

Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory

9.2/10

Wonderful

(394)

"Clean tidy room with comfortable beds and good facilities."

CA $133

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Aotea-Motor-Lodge.h3533869.Hotel-Information)

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### Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory

9.0/10

Wonderful

(69)

"Great place to stay"

CA $64

CA $74 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Braemar-House-BB-And-YHA-Hostel.h4129843.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/260582b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/b15185e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### 151 on London Motel

College Estate, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory

9.0/10

Wonderful

(431)

"Have stayed here a few times and is a great place"

CA $104

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-151-On-London-Motel.h3499172.Hotel-Information)

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![Studio - Queen And Single  | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/0de18958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gonville, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory

9.0/10

Wonderful

(276)

"Good place to stay"

CA $104

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Gateway-Motor-Lodge-Wanganui.h9679581.Hotel-Information)

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### Te Awa Motel

Putiki, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory

9.0/10

Wonderful

(123)

"Good lights for for reading, relatively quietly at night, comfortable bed, good sized shower. Will use this motel again."

CA $117

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Te-Awa-Motel.h9628199.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/e0e2ef90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Standard Family Unit | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/0fa2dd35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Burwood Manor Motel

Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory

8.8/10

Excellent

(317)

"Great motel for a quick overnight stay with my young daughter during the school holidays. Nice comfy beds, pillows. Spacious room and kitchen facilities, plus a win win for my daughter as she could watch Netflix too! "

CA $105

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Burwood-Manor-Motel.h1153793.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/c0b0fdc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/8acab38a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/d7aaa27b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Riverview Unit | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/fa40fefb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverview Motel

Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory

8.8/10

Excellent

(313)

"Great property with good amenities and just a short walk to many shopping and dining options, will stay again."

CA $107

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Riverview-Motel.h7170549.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/6581a476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment with Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/dae83034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/8c0351d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/75fd9813.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Avenue Hotel

Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory

8.2/10

Very good

(283)

"Overall a great place to stay! "

CA $100

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-The-Avenue-Wanganui.h46416.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19819/a8b2a318.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19819/2830042d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19819/92bb6651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19819/f78013bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Astral Motel

Whanganui Central, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory

7.8/10

Good

(338)

"good all round stay friendly helpful staff"

CA $93

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Astral-Motel.h19819.Hotel-Information)

![Ocean Hut](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/00497fae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/ff6d558b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sandy Motel 3 Bedroom Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/225db399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean Hut](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/f5e69368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Castlecliff, 6 km from Ward Observatory

8.6/10

Excellent

(118)

"Lovely and quiet with pool and great facilities "

CA $86

CA $99 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Whanganui-Seaside-Holiday-Park.h6358378.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Ward Observatory Hotel Reviews

![151 on London Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/260582b8_y.jpg)

### 151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very well kept, warm and quiet room with everything required for an enjoyable stay. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-151-On-London-Motel.h3499172.Hotel-Information)

![Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/785a36a8_y.jpg)

### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice n comfortable "

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Anndion-Lodge-Motel-And-Function-Centre.h3811106.Hotel-Information)

![Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/f3f191c2_y.jpg)

### Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

10/10 Excellent

"Will be using again"

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Gateway-Motor-Lodge-Wanganui.h9679581.Hotel-Information)

![The Rutland Arms Inn](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/f3c35883_y.jpg)

### The Rutland Arms Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Love this place, great location and lovely room "

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Inn.h9679358.Hotel-Information)

![Riverside Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/8e075d87_y.jpg)

### Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice comfortable old style motel. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Riverside-Motel.h9626200.Hotel-Information)

![The Avenue Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/6581a476_y.jpg)

### The Avenue Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It is central. It is right next door AND across the road from Charge net Ev chargers👍"

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-The-Avenue-Wanganui.h46416.Hotel-Information)

![Aotea Motor Lodge](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/3bf5716d_y.jpg)

### Aotea Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean tidy room with comfortable beds and good facilities."

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Aotea-Motor-Lodge.h3533869.Hotel-Information)

![Burwood Manor Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/e0e2ef90_y.jpg)

### Burwood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"room was clean an tidy, Service on check-in was quick and efficient. Although our room only had a small kitchenette (which we had chosen) it was well stocked with equipment. Would definitely stay at this location again"

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Burwood-Manor-Motel.h1153793.Hotel-Information)

![Riverview Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/c0b0fdc7_y.jpg)

### Riverview Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great property with good amenities and just a short walk to many shopping and dining options, will stay again."

[](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Riverview-Motel.h7170549.Hotel-Information)

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-   [Gem on Bastia Hill](https://expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Gem-On-Bastia-Hill.h116489318.Hotel-Information)
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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 beautiful river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 21 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

### Where is the best place to stay close to Ward Observatory?

> Adjacent to Ward Observatory, [The Rutland Arms Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Inn.h9679358.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free parking and a bar. Other good options close by include [The Avenue Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-The-Avenue-Wanganui.h46416.Hotel-Information) and [151 on London Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-151-On-London-Motel.h3499172.Hotel-Information).

### How many hotels will I be able to find near Ward Observatory?

> Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ward Observatory.

### Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ward Observatory?

> To find more details about updating your stay near Ward Observatory or cancelling it, [click here](https://www.expedia.com/service/).

### What can I see and do near Ward Observatory?

> You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Whanganui Museum. Learn about local history at Watt Fountain and Memorial Tower. Local parks like Queens Park, Moutoa Gardens, and Kowhai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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