Castlecliff Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Durie Hill Elevator
Enjoy an outing to Durie Hill Elevator during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Virginia Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Watt Fountain
After visiting Watt Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Sarjeant Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sarjeant Gallery during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Memorial Tower
Learn about the local history of Whanganui with a stop at Memorial Tower. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Our pick of the best Castlecliff Hotel Deals
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
This is a charming little place by the shore. Rugged little exterior, with lovely interior and great amenities. The warmest welcome in Whanganui.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Relax in the Wanganui Dunes
We absolutely loved our stay! Everything was spotless and well prepared, with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing time. The sunsets were simply breathtaking, and we had such a wonderful experience enjoying the hot tub under the evening sky. We’ll definitely come back again — it’s ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Historic summer house by the sea
The property is just gorgeous and renovated really well.The host was really helpful and available. Unfortunately for us the weather was foul and made our trip a bit of a challenge. but the proximity to the beach was fabulous and for kids a great playground right across the road.
Reviewed on 30 July 2025
Luxury Beach Bus
Comfortable stay , good host
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Anchours Away
(The boaties paradise)
Lovely clean and private
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2024
Aotea Motor Lodge
Bit of a mix up with the booking but quickly sorted by helpful staff
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Castlecliff
Tawhero
While Tawhero isn't home to many top sights, Virginia Lake and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gonville
Though Gonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum.
Springvale
While Springvale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Virginia Lake and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum.
College Estate
While College Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.
Saint Johns Hill
Though Saint Johns Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Virginia Lake and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum.
Whanganui Airport
Whanganui Airport might not have many top sights, but South Beach and Durie Hill Elevator are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
