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Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area
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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen
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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area
Experience the tranquility of Riverside Motel, nestled in the heart of the business district. Stroll through the garden, stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning services. Previous guests rave about our helpful staff and ideal location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 5 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
30 Somme Parade, Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watt Fountain - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Creme Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Riverside Motel

Motel located in Whanganui Central
Consider a stay at Riverside Motel and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverside Motel offer perks such as premium bedding and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate dining areas, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 0.14 per minute)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wired internet: NZD 0.14 per minute (rates may vary)

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riverside Motel Wanganui
Riverside Wanganui
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Motel?

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Motel on Aug 27, 2025 start from CA $82.49, excluding 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 Riverside Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverside Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Riverside Motel located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Queens Park, Sarjeant Gallery, and Moutoa Gardens. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 328 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable old style motel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
Very conveniently located. We could walk to most destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside motel was an easy and comfortable place for our overnight stay. Simple but tidy and kn a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dini Chun Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
conveniently located with easy access to downtown/restaurants. Just across from the river for a relax walk in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service
The room was warm and the bed was comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. We did have to kill a few rather large beetle bugs that were in the toilet and room. There was also ants. We only were there one night so we made due but it was a bit unsettling.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It turned out to be very close to the friends we were visiting and the restaurant we went out to with them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Set up. Was close to town and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, easy and close to stores. Very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was an old worn out motel. It was winter and for 3 rooms there was one small space heater. We had to warm up the room using the oven. It was clean and the staff was nice. The milk was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the staff are friendly. but the rooms are very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy late check in and friendly staff, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a freezing day I had booked a check in time, no heaters had been put on to take the chill off the room,.the heater didn't work properly (it was not a basic heater and there were no instructions), I did eventually get an additional heater, to help try and warm the room. Not a single appliance was plugged in at the wall. When we woke the following morning the the kitchen sink and bench was covered in ants, the only thing that was in the sink over night was a coffee cup and 2 glasses (both rinsed). I was not impressed, I would not recommend and I won't stay again. The only saving grace was that the beds had electric blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was what I needed for a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and good moccasin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped overnight - great accommodation - great cooking facilities, comfy bed, everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet but still in travel distance from most amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy but Very dated rooms, ants 🐜 in the kitchen in the morning. While I know this is beyond owners control there was a reasonable amount of traffic noise. TV 📺 remote didn't work. The bed was quite comfortable though. Reasonably good budget accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Whanganui Motel

The Riverside Motel was clean but a little tired and needs some renovation to bring it up to date. Although the price paid reflects this as it was almost half the price of other places we stayed in this trip. The rooms are clean and there is everything provided that you need for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit old bit very clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay in Whanganui

Exactly what we expected. With a little bit more charm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent visit to the motel was a letdown. The room had significant issues with condensation leading to mildew & mouldy carpets near the window. We even spotted ants and white tail spider which was unsettling. The bathroom & toilet lacked proper ventilation , with no exhaust fan to remove moisture. The fan heater was noisy was noisy and did not compensate for the lack of airflow. The beds were 2 single mattresses pushed together , making the queen size bed uneven & uncomfortable. The room's facikirues are in dire need of upgrade & modernization. The amenities such as soap & shampoo were subpar with no proper dispensers. Given the state of the rooms, including threadbare carowts and mould, we would not recommend this motel to anyone. A thorough renovation is necessary to bring the rooms up to modern standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riverside is a classic roadside motel which had everything we needed for our one night stay in Whanganui. Ours was a 2-bedroom and both bedrooms were spacious, as was the living area. The hotel is located within easy walk to the main street, along a nice riverside walkway. The hosts were friendly and the room exactly as described. There was a fridge, cutlery and cooking utensils plus stove and microwave if you wanted to be self-sufficient. Also appreciated the helpful information folder with the local sights and stories. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025