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The Rutland Arms Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Whanganui with free parking

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Enjoy a cold pint at the bar, where a selection of beers and glasses are on display.
Stroll along the paved walkway to the shaded seating area, where you can enjoy the hotel's restaurant, bar, cafe, boutique, and craft beer offerings.
Classic hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a desk with a chair.
Experience the charm of Holland & Gower, a traditional bar and restaurant with a welcoming entrance.
Relax in a shaded outdoor patio with comfortable seating and green umbrellas.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July

Room options

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Cnr Victoria Ave & Ridgway Street, Whanganui, 4500

What's nearby

  • Watt Fountain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Virginia Lake - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Orange/Ceramic Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mud Ducks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Rutland Arms Inn

Upscale inn located in Whanganui Central
You can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at The Rutland Arms Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Rutland Arms Inn include comforts, such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Rutland Arms Inn Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn
Rutland Arms Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
Rutland Arms Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn
The Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rutland Arms Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rutland Arms Inn?

As of 23 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rutland Arms Inn on 30 July 2025 start from AU$187.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Rutland Arms Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rutland Arms Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is The Rutland Arms Inn located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this inn is steps away from Watt Fountain and Queens Park. Moutoa Gardens and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 5 minutes.

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The Rutland Arms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 290 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a very friendly stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the charm, continental breakfast, close to river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location great facilities highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the quaint elegance of the Rutland Arms Inn. The restaurant and bar onsite were excellent for dinner and the breakfast prepared for us got our day started. Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with room but I think they need a bit more modernisation in bathrooms. Hey they are still great how they are but could be flasher.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historical presentation friendly helpful staff complimentary breakfast and situation meant we could walk to another venue.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very cute hotel of 8 rooms, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, convenient property that I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An authentic historical hotel tastefully refurbished to a high standard in a good location in a very walkable town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wanganui

Hotel ideally situated in the centre of town, an easy walk to Galleries studios and other attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely homely hotel. A little noisy at night but ear plugs sorted that. Very good staff indeed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly smiley staff. Comfy bed and cosy room. Great food at the bar/restaurant. Convenient location to dinning options.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - so easy to see most of Whanganui without getting in a car. Hotel is in a historic building so older but amenities were fine. The restaurant connected to the property is very popular so reservations were required on weekends. Food was pub menu but quite tasty. We would stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philip J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely stay Very central location The staff were excellent and very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel, staff were awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a lovely homely feel to it. The furnishings were generally of days gone by but that all added to the charm of the property. The staff were all friendly and attentive. The area around was full of interesting features, even on a Sunday evening. The Durie Hill Elevator has to be visited.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint property and very accessible to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Antique hotel, well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying and we’ll definitely be back. Staff was friendly, booking in was effortless and the food was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. The staff were Fantastic as was the food. Looking forward to finding a resin to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023