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Discover well-known properties in Whanganui that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 52 hotels in Whanganui and price data was last updated on 18 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Whanganui is .
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Whanganui, New Zealand
Holiday park with free parking, a quick walk to Castlecliff Beach Along with an outdoor pool, this holiday park has a sauna and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. All 10 accommodations provide conveniences like refrigerators and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and TVs. Rainfall showerheads and showers are among the other amenities available to guests. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park offers 10 accommodations. This Whanganui holiday park provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Recreational amenities at the holiday park include an outdoor pool and a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Air conditioning
8.5
Excellent
719 reviews
Location
6.0 km from city centre
59 Heads Road, Whanganui, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near Queens Park Along with a garden, this smoke-free motel has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Air-conditioned accommodations at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.6
Excellent
668 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
Cnr St Hill And Guyton Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
Set in Whanganui, 47 km from RNZAF Base Ohakea, The Grand hotel whanganui under new management offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a balcony. All guest rooms in The Grand hotel whanganui under new management are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Whanganui Airport is 5 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
5.3
Okay
1618 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
151 London Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near Virginia Lake A business center, a meeting room, and dry cleaning are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite. 151 on London Motel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
617 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
11 Gloucester Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
This Guest House is located very close to the CBD, and many attractions in and around wanganui. The river itself is the longest navigable river in New Zealand, and offers jet boat tours and more gentler rides on the Waimarie paddle steamer, the last remaining in New Zealand. The river attracts cyclists, hikers,canoeists,and day trippers. The Sarjeant Gallery holds more than 5,500 art works from the 1840's to the present day. The regional museum is famous for its Taonga Maori Collection, second to none in Aotearoa. There is the Durie Hill Elevator and Tower, Glass blowing exibitions and gallery, Farmer's market, mountain to sea cycle trails, observatory and much loved childrens play ground. Throughout the year there is the masters games, street motorcycle racing, V8 jet boat sprints, opera week, Vintage weekend where every thing from the bygone era is on display. Not forgetting the ski slopes are only 1and 1/2 hrs away. Special conditions: We have had requests from prospective guests, who are allergic to dogs, to stay at Charmae.To be fair to everyone here is a list of local Dog Kennels that will be happy to look after your cats and dogs, when you visit Whanganui. Whanganui Pet Motel (06)343 9868, Belmont Kennels (06)344 4010, Sedgbrooke (06)3456363, Extras: cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); Linen Hire (Required, NZ$6.00 per person);
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.6
Excellent
101 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
2 Plymouth Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
Victorian hostel in Whanganui with free parking This smoke-free hostel features a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a library. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel offers 14 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Whanganui hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
590 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
Whanganui, New Zealand
Family-friendly holiday park with a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub Along with a hot tub, this holiday park has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. Accommodations offer free WiFi and showers. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park offers 33 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
9.0
Excellent
255 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
48-52 Ridgway Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
Inn in Whanganui with free parking A bar/lounge, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this inn. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is not available. The Rutland Arms Inn offers 8 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and hair dryers. This Whanganui inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
828 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
Whanganui, New Zealand
Designed with every need in mind, this lovely property has everything you need for a quiet, relaxing holiday. Located on Durie Vale Road, a unique sheltered microclimate with peaceful park-like surroundings, country views, and abundant birdlife is all within easy walking distance of the river, town, and main attractions. Enjoy breakfast with the birds or evening barbeques on the sunny north-facing balcony or decks. Having undergone a complete makeover both inside and out this warm, cosy cottage features a new kitchen and bathroom, retaining the original gloriously deep bathtub, just perfect for lengthy soaks. Tastefully decorated with new carpet, modern furniture, electronics, appliances, and contemporary decor. Original works of art from some of Wanganui's finest artists are on display. Treat yourself to a range of complimentary eco-friendly toiletries, organic teas, hot chocolate, and coffees, including from an Nespresso machine. Entertain yourself with SKY TV on the large-screen TV, watch a DVD or listen to your favourite music on the entertainment system with ipod doc. Ultra-fast fibre broadband WIFI. Retire into luxurious beds featuring luxury linens, electric blankets, and soft mattress underlays. Infants catered for with a complimentary porta-cot, high chair, and stroller/pram available upon request. Fully fenced front and back sections with ample room for outside play. A children's playground is within easy walking distance along the Vale and a fully stocked toy and game cupboard will keep children amused for hours. Depending on the season, fruits, herbs, and vegetables may be collected from the gardens for use during your stay. Well-behaved pets by arrangement; please ask about our pet policy. Plenty of safe on-road parking with CCTV monitoring Please note that the garage as shown in the photos is not available for guest parking. Special conditions: Pets are allowed with prior approval. Ask about our pet policy. This house is not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility-impaired guests due to steps into the house and a sloping driveway leading up and down from the street to the house (see photo 14 ). The child rate is from birth to 16 years.
Air conditioning
9.4
Excellent
317 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
143 Anzac Parade, Whanganui, New Zealand
Riverwalk hotel in Whanganui with free parking Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and laundry facilities are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.5
Good
583 reviews
Location
2.2 km from city centre

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How much is a family-friendly hotel in Whanganui tonight?

Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Whanganui tonight starting as low as $86, rising to an average cost of $128, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $160 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Whanganui for tonight.

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In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for family friendly hotels in Whanganui this weekend for as little as $148/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $91/night. For a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Whanganui, the cheapest rate recently found was $195/night for this weekend.

Other accommodations in Whanganui

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Whanganui. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 18 September 2025.
1 Mount View Road, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Parking
$53
Avg. per night
390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$190
Avg. per night
2 Plymouth Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$88
Avg. per night
95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$131
Avg. per night
14 Somme Parade, Whanganui, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$151
Avg. per night
151 London Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$149
Avg. per night
379 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$125
Avg. per night
Cnr St Hill And Guyton Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$108
Avg. per night
48-52 Ridgway Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$200
Avg. per night
59 Heads Road, Whanganui, New Zealand
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$149
Avg. per night

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