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Our top choices for Whanganui (WAG) hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

1. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 2.5 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is CA $108
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

2. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 3.2 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, clean and tidy, parking directly in front of the unit. I stay here regularly and recommend."
Australia
Andrew
The price is CA $106
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Te Awa Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

3. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.9 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is CA $113
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

4. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 4.1 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $108
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
151 on London Motel
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

5. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.7 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was nice. The kitchen had everything one needs. Parking was free. If one has to stay longer at a place, this is a good motel to be."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is CA $91
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Riverside Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

6. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.2 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 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 CA $122
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Aotea Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

7. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.3 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (369 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Burwood Manor Motel
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

8. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.5 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 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 CA $96
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Riverview Motel
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

9. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.8 km from Whanganui (WAG)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is CA $66
CA $76 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

10. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 4.1 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (336 reviews)
"We had problems with noisy neighbors but was deal with probably after a phone call to management was impressed would stay there again. Spent 3 days there clean tidy units staff very good 👍"
Australia
Christina
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Avenue Hotel
An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.

11. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 5.8 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (275 reviews)
"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"
Australia
Wayne
The price is CA $59
CA $67 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

12. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff, 4.6 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is CA $80
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

13. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 9.2 km from Whanganui (WAG)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Yes the pool was great "
Australia
Loreen
The price is CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

14. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 5 km from Whanganui (WAG)
7.8 out of 10, Good, (352 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean & tidy room, comfy bed, all we needed for the night."
Australia
Shirleen
The price is CA $101
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Astral Motel
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a leather sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

15. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 3.8 km from Whanganui (WAG)
The price is CA $60
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The grand Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Whanganui (WAG)

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
287 reviews
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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.
Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
129 reviews
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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
20 reviews
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A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
523 reviews
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A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.
Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
377 reviews
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Top Whanganui Hotel Reviews

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

10/10 Excellent
"Really interesting house. Warm, light and snug."
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'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Whanganui

Astral Motel

Astral Motel

46 Somme Parade Whanganui
The price is CA $101 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
CA $101
CA $117 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (352 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like near Whanganui (WAG)?

Whanganui (WAG) is located in a budget-friendly area of Whanganui known for its beautiful river views. You'll find 45 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles of the airport for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Whanganui (WAG)?

If you're looking to stay near the airport, Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui might be a good pick since it's located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Whanganui (WAG). Other choices close to the airport are Kokako Lodge Wanganui and Bignell Street Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Whanganui (WAG)?

Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from the airport.

What can I see and do near the airport in Whanganui?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Learn about local history at Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Watt Fountain. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Moutoa Gardens, Queens Park, or Kowhai Park.