Title: Book The Best Hotels in Waitotara for 2026 from CA $70 - Fully Refundable Options - Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Waitotara hotels

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/fdc5d4e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/2d9f995e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6360000/6358400/6358378/50cb18cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

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

Castlecliff

8.6/10

Excellent

(123 reviews)

" The location was great, the pool was great and the environment was beautiful. The cottage was okay but the fan wasn't cooled enough even when put on high. The shelf was dusty and there were ants on the floor. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Lusellet

CA $91

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 9 - Mar 10

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

![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124840000/124833000/124832994/c6649274.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Apartment, Patio, Garden View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124840000/124833000/124832994/b505ec07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Garden View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124840000/124833000/124832994/55e1a038.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124840000/124833000/124832994/a30d5270.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kings Court Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Kings-Court-Motel.h124832994.Hotel-Information)

Whanganui Central

9.6/10

Exceptional

(4 reviews)

"Great staff really helpful, room spotlessly clean, great stay. Thank you"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Emma

CA $139

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Kings-Court-Motel.h124832994.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/cd49c743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/fffa2978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/8e0ed939.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/f3c35883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Rutland Arms Inn

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

Whanganui Central

9.2/10

Wonderful

(310 reviews)

"Great room in historic hotel, close to cbd, good dining room"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Bryan

CA $153

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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

![Two Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/077e5c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/e064ca43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/435e10b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/107a7421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

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

Gonville

9.0/10

Wonderful

(285 reviews)

"The room was clean, comfortable, everything was awesome, the staff were beautifully friendly and helpful, thank you so much.."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Faavai

CA $144

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 21 - Mar 22

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

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/459590bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/3f9279b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Senior Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/e0966a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### 151 on London Motel

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

College Estate

9.0/10

Wonderful

(476 reviews)

"It was clean and was comfortable. Nice place to stop while traveling "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

James

CA $143

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

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

![Deluxe Twin Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/ecffec28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/fc5651a5.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)

### Aotea Motor Lodge

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

Whanganui Central

9.2/10

Wonderful

(424 reviews)

"good place to stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

emmanuel

CA $128

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 13 - Mar 14

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

![Triple Room, Patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123222800/123222758/949fa7c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123222800/123222758/25be43ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123222800/123222758/0a9a71e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123222800/123222758/7bcd1c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-BKs-Magnolia-Motor-Lodge.h123222758.Hotel-Information)

Whanganui Central

9.0/10

Wonderful

(4 reviews)

"Staff very helpful. Very clean and comfortable"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kathryn

CA $118

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-BKs-Magnolia-Motor-Lodge.h123222758.Hotel-Information)

![Family Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/02ff2b54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/0ffc5295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/f423a43a.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)

### The Avenue Hotel

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

Whanganui Central

8.2/10

Very good

(307 reviews)

"Staff were excellent and room was perfect."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Michelle

CA $128

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/534b7224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, River View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/54f8602a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/b4901a04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/ed51765f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Te Awa Motel

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

Putiki

9.0/10

Wonderful

(126 reviews)

"The motel was showing its age, although newer bathrooms. Not close to amenities"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Claude

CA $112

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 9 - Mar 10

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

![Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/8e075d87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/1e92a437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/3dfe0b69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/75add488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverside Motel

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

Whanganui Central

8.6/10

Excellent

(352 reviews)

"Nice staff, a comfortable room with a lovely outlook over the river. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jude

CA $92

CA $107 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 23 - Mar 24

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

![Family Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8755700/8755696/3c6a7811.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Villa, 1 Bedroom, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8755700/8755696/357aed53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Villa, 1 Bedroom, River View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8755700/8755696/602b344c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8755700/8755696/60b9e9ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Whanganui-River-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h8755696.Hotel-Information)

Aramoho

8.6/10

Excellent

(64 reviews)

"Stayed here with family and was a good place to walk around and see everyone. We were here for a funeral so was convenient for the cemetery "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

charlotte

CA $113

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Whanganui-River-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h8755696.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Twin Room, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/2d7d5d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/1e66c4c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Family Unit | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/f7da35ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/2fcd834a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Burwood Manor Motel

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

Whanganui Central

8.8/10

Excellent

(343 reviews)

"Everything as expected, friendly staff at front desk, comfortable bed."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Shamus

CA $121

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/785a36a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/437f2be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/152ec22f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Poolside Family Unit | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/06ead932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

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

Whanganui East

8.2/10

Very good

(250 reviews)

"Loved the charm of the suite, wish we could have spent more time there."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Penny

CA $61

CA $70 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Anndion-Lodge-Motel-And-Function-Centre.h3811106.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/1000000/20000/19900/19819/3b6fd0de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfortable Studio | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19819/4a9ca50e.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)

### Astral Motel

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

Whanganui Central

7.8/10

Good

(350 reviews)

"rooms were serviced every day."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Graeme

CA $110

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

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

![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)

![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)

![Riverview Unit | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/7283c9ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverview Motel

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

Whanganui Central

8.8/10

Excellent

(329 reviews)

"The girl on reception was very polite and helpful, the room although a bit dated was very clean and tidy with everything one could need. Thanks for a great stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Denise

CA $107

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 18 - Mar 19

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

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/d014b3a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/e6a6793e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/640ecaa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/c77bb48f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

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Whanganui Central

9.4/10

Exceptional

(227 reviews)

"Excellent check-in nice spacious room."

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William

CA $120

CA $139 total

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Mar 18 - Mar 19

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Whanganui Central

9.0/10

Wonderful

(80 reviews)

"Staff was friendly "

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Sarah

CA $66

CA $76 total

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Mar 8 - Mar 9

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### 151 on London Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room."

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### Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location easy parking felt safe. "

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### BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

6/10 Okay

"Very clean, two comfortable easy chairs….downside was windows opened on to parking lot, so had to close drapes for privacy….otherwise quite nice"

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### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

8/10 Good

"Clean and quiet. Good kitchen and lounge facilities. Internal heating was also good. Much needed as a cold front came through. Plenty of hot water."

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### Burwood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Burwood manor was exceptionally clean. The units are getting a bit older but I could not fault their cleanliness of our 2 units. Would definitely recommend. "

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### Aotea Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean room and the spa bath is as amazing "

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### Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

8/10 Good

"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."

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### Relax in the Wanganui Dunes

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, very clean and tidy."

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### The Avenue Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Room was in good condition although the bathroom door couldn’t lock. Staff were great though and everything else was okay."

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### Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

2 Plymouth St Whanganui 

CA $66

CA $76 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)

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### BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

240 St Hill St Whanganui Manawatū-Whanganui Region

CA $118

CA $139 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

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9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)

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### Burwood Manor Motel

63-65 Dublin Street Whanganui 

CA $121

CA $139 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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8.8/10 Excellent! (343 reviews)

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86 Bignell Street Whanganui 

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the best area to stay in Waitotara?

> For travellers looking for a coastal retreat, staying near the Waitotara Beach area offers a relaxing experience. This stretch of coastline is known for its black sand beaches and opportunities for walks along the shore. It's a quieter option, ideal for unwinding and enjoying the natural surroundings.
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> Couples or solo travellers looking for a peaceful escape will appreciate the tranquillity of the coastal area. There are often holiday homes or B&Bs here that provide direct access to the beach, great for leisurely mornings and enjoying the sound of the ocean.
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> Alternatively, for those prioritising ease of travel and access to local amenities, staying along State Highway 3, which runs through the Waitotara village, is a practical choice. This area offers a few local shops and cafes, and it's a good base for exploring the wider Taranaki region.

### When is the best time to go to Waitotara?

> During this period, you can expect average daytime temperatures of around 20-25°C (68-77°F), with plenty of sunshine. This is ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the region, whether you're planning to spend time at the beach, hike in the surrounding countryside, or enjoy water-based activities on the Waitotara River. The longer daylight hours also mean more time to sightsee and relax. This time of year is particularly good for families looking for a summer holiday with opportunities for swimming, fishing, and picnics.
> 
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> For those who prefer slightly cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also excellent choices. You'll still find pleasant weather, typically around 15-20°C (59-68°F), making it comfortable for exploring without the peak summer rush. Spring brings blooming flora, while autumn offers beautiful foliage, creating a picturesque backdrop for outdoor adventures.

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