Whanganui Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.

Stay near popular Whanganui Central attractions


Our pick of the best Whanganui Central Hotel Deals

The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
379 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
The price is AU$124 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$124
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.2/10 Very good! (348 reviews)
"The staff were excellent."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

The Avenue Hotel
Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
390 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
The price is AU$143 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$143
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum ...
Aotea Motor Lodge
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
170 Guyton Street Whanganui
The price is AU$140 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$140
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
The grand Inn

The grand Inn

2 out of 5
99A Guyton St Whanganui Manawatū-Whanganui Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$76 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$76
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
4/10 (3 reviews)
"Day 1 hot water ok Day 2 no hot water so cold shower no good when you're got a big day on. Miserable coffee satchets 2 only 3 tea bags. Comfortable bed. Key card opened the door next to my room not good. Had a large garage to park my motorcycle. I won't be going back."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

The grand Inn
Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

3.5 out of 5
30 Somme Parade Whanganui
The price is AU$109 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$109
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Riverside Motel
Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel

3.5 out of 5
14 Somme Parade Whanganui
The price is AU$117 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$117
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay Unit was spacious The motel was close to central Whanganui Shame the spa jets were not working on the bath"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Riverview Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Whanganui Central

Find the best Whanganui Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Castlecliff

Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.

Whanganui East

While Whanganui East 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 Whanganui Museum.

Gonville

Though Gonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Beach and Whanganui Museum.

Westmere

If you're spending some time in Westmere, Mowhanau Beach and Bason Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.



Whanganui Central Travel Guide

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