Title: Luxury Beach Bus - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=3758&destination=Whanganui%2C+Manawat%C5%AB-Whanganui%2C+New+Zealand&selected=113908949&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Beach Bus ## Photo gallery for Luxury Beach Bus ![Beach - Luxury Beach Bus (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909000/113908949/ed8f1c6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Luxury Beach Bus (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909000/113908949/eebb6b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Luxury Beach Bus (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909000/113908949/583148d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Luxury Beach Bus (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909000/113908949/cfcef749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Luxury Beach Bus (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909000/113908949/1461fa87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Luxury Beach Bus provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom797 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Beach Bus Just over the dunes from the beach you'll find this unique accommodation. A city bus in it's former life, it has been meticulously renovated to create a fun and luxurious space for you to rest and relax. Free Wifi, heat and aircon, a fully plumbed toilet and full size shower, luxury linens, smart t.v. and a kitchenette - all located in a quiet neighbourhood by the beach. We're just down the road from conveniences and a cafe and only 10 minutes from Whanganui City Centre. Free parking. Please note the access is down a flight of stairs from the parking space. The sound of the waves is constant and relaxing. From the top of the stairs you have a magical view of the sunset. At night the milky way is just above for your stargazing pleasure. Our black sand beach with a view of Taranaki is just a 5 minute walk over the dunes. This location is so special. Close enough to town if you're here for work, but a quiet oasis of seaside nature to return to at the end of the day. If you're here for a holiday it's magic, year round! Bundle up for a wintery walk on the quiet beach or put your togs on and enjoy a dip in finer weather. Whanganui is not typically on the tourist route, but there are so many things to see and do here. I've compiled a list in your guest book inside the bus. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Garden - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Unit size: 797 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/260582b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 151 on London Motel College Estate - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 479 reviews CA $123 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Apr 3 - Apr 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=3499172&PinnedHotelID=3499172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/02ff2b54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Avenue Hotel Whanganui Central - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 311 reviews CA $128 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Apr 1 - Apr 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=46416&PinnedHotelID=46416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Twin Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/ecffec28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui Central - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 427 reviews CA $121 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Mar 27 - Mar 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=3533869&PinnedHotelID=3533869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Triple Room, Patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123222800/123222758/949fa7c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $121 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=123222758&PinnedHotelID=123222758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Riverview Unit | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7170600/7170549/fa40fefb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverview Motel Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 330 reviews CA $107 CA $124 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=7170549&PinnedHotelID=7170549&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Two Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679581/077e5c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui Gonville - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Room service 9.0 Wonderful 285 reviews CA $125 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Apr 3 - Apr 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=9679581&PinnedHotelID=9679581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/785a36a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre Whanganui East - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Game room 8.2 Very good 251 reviews CA $68 CA $78 total includes taxes & fees Mar 22 - Mar 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=3811106&PinnedHotelID=3811106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124840000/124833000/124832994/c6649274.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Court Motel Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Business services 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews CA $140 CA $162 total includes taxes & fees Mar 22 - Mar 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=124832994&PinnedHotelID=124832994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Twin Room, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1153800/1153793/2d7d5d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Burwood Manor Motel Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services 8.8 Excellent 346 reviews CA $123 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Mar 31 - Apr 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=1153793&PinnedHotelID=1153793&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626200/8e075d87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Motel Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry 8.6 Excellent 354 reviews CA $90 CA $105 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=9626200&PinnedHotelID=9626200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=113908949&PinnedHotelID=113908949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=113908949,3499172,46416,3533869,123222758) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Turn off the lights Please just turn everything off and leave the keys on the bench. Thank you! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules The bus has a sewage pump for water leaving the bus. Please take care with what you put down the drains or flush down the toilet. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Castlecliff, a neighborhood in Whanganui, is home to this vacation home. Watt Fountain and Durie Hill Memorial Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Castlecliff Beach and Virginia Lake. Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Whanganui travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui.dx3758) [View more Vacation homes in Whanganui](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3758-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.932007,174.97244&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7CiurFwh%7Dj%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FS%40S%40S%3FU%40QBU%40S%40SBSBQBUBQ%40UDQBUDQBQDUDQDQDQDQFQDSFQDQFQFQHSFMFQHOFQHOFQHOHMJOFMJOHOJOHIJOJKJOJKJMJMJKJKLKJILKLKJGLKLILILGJGNILILGLENILELENELENELENENCLENCLANCNANCNALCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBL%40NBNDLBNDNDLDLDNDLDNDLHLDLFNHLHLFLFJHLHLJLFLJJHLJJJJJJJLLHLLJHLJLJNHHJNHNJNHLHNHLHNHPFNHPFNHPFLFRFPFPDPFPFRDPDPFPDPBPDTDPBPDTBPBTBPBT%40PBR%40RBR%40T%40P%40T%3FR%40R%40R%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRATAP%3FTARARARCTAPCTAPCTCPCRCRERCPERERCPERGPEPEPGPGPERGPGPGPGNIPGLIPGNIPININILINKNILKNIJKNKLIJMJINMJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHMJMFKHMHMFMHOFMHMDMHODMDODMDMDODODM%40OFO%40MBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOAMCOAMGOAOEMEOEMEOEMEMEOIMEMIMGOIKGMIMIMGMKKIMKMKKIMKKKKKKKKOKKKOKIKOIKKOIMKOGOKMIOIOGQIOGQIMGQGOIQGQGQESGQEQGQEQEQESEQESCSEQCSESASCQCUCQCUAQAUCSAS%3FSAUAQ%3FUAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ab2qgLlX72eJZsO11Er4GVv6IHw=) Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui ### What's nearby - Castlecliff Beach 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Virginia Lake 7 min drive \- 7.2 km - Whanganui Museum 8 min drive \- 7.8 km - Sarjeant Gallery 8 min drive \- 8.2 km - Durie Hill Elevator 9 min drive \- 8.5 km ### Getting around - Whanganui (WAG) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - The Citadel Cafe 6 min walk - Mixx Cafe & Bar 3 min drive - Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery 10 min drive - Little Curious Bagels 10 min drive - Springvale Cafe 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Beach Bus pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Beach Bus? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Luxury Beach Bus? ### What time is check-out at Luxury Beach Bus? ### Where is Luxury Beach Bus located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Beach Bus Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Mar 17, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Very novel, creative and well-organized living space! Within 5 minute walk to a gorgeous beach. Don’t make the mistake of booking for only one night like we did 😖 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ddf73d69-da51-4425-ba6b-440de06839ed-1773713279976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d323e4ef-d5b9-46bc-8abf-5fc5d680e3a6-1773713280096.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2ffa956b-a30a-4320-92e9-95c5b9575802-1773713281549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79254eb5-02e6-4602-801d-7fba35df64a3-1773713282015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### John Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle A. Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Comfortable stay , good host ##### Michelle A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth V. Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Mary Ellen was so nice and welcoming, and the stay was comfy and clean and unique ##### Elizabeth V. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotels near Fisherman's Terminal](https://www.expedia.ca/Fishermans-Terminal-Hotels.0-l6083869-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Shopping Hotels in Pembroke Pines](https://www.expedia.ca/Pembroke-Pines-Hotels-Shopping-Hotel.0-0-d9484-tShoppingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Gateway-Motor-Lodge-Wanganui.h9679581.Hotel-Information) > - [Mint House Denver Downtown Union Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Denver-Hotels-Mint-House-Downtown-Denver.h28927772.Hotel-Information) > - [Luxury Hotels in Palm Beach Shores](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Shores-Singer-Island-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n10284-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Cabin Rentals Tete Jaune Cache](https://www.expedia.ca/Tete-Jaune-Cache-Cabins.d181792-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [5 Star Hotels in Kangra Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Kangra-Valley-Hotels.s50-0-d6126776.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels in Yuba City](https://www.expedia.ca/Yuba-City-Hotels.d6094980.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Palmerston North Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Palmerston-North-Hotels-Palmerston-North-Motel.h9724082.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Hakone](https://www.expedia.ca/Hakone-Hotels.d6128315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Patterson Kaye Resort on Lake Muskoka](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Patterson-Kaye-Resort-On-Lake-Muskoka.h11958657.Hotel-Information) > - [WINK Quiver Tree](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Quiver-Tree-Self-Catering-Apartments.h16297955.Hotel-Information) > - [Room-kori Maharani Villas - Lagoon Pool](https://www.expedia.ca/Gianyar-Hotels-Kori-Maharani-Villas-Suite-Lagoon-5.h61642034.Hotel-Information) > - [Kozmo Residences Budapest](https://www.expedia.ca/Budapest-Hotels-Kozmo-Residence-Budapest.h109818443.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Kamikochi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamikochi-Hotels.d6347625.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Townhomes Corner Brook](https://www.expedia.ca/Corner-Brook-Townhomes.d9579-aaTownhomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights > - [Flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to St. Louis (STL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/pit/stl/pittsburgh-to-st-louis) > - [Flights from Hope Hull (MGM) to Dorval (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mgm/yul/montgomery-to-montreal) > - [Flights from Boone](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6058523/flights-from-boone) > - [Flights from Oshawa](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6057905/flights-from-oshawa) > - [Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Kamloops (YKA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhm/yka/hamilton-to-kamloops) > - [Flights from Doha (DOH) to SeaTac (SEA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/doh/sea/doha-to-seattle) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages ### General > - [Visit Clearwater County](https://www.expedia.ca/Clearwater-County.dx553248635976043483)