Title: Te Awa Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Te Awa Motel Motel in Whanganui with free parking ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/33048271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, River View | Living area | 0-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/ace9b132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/b4901a04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, River View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/54f8602a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/78f75d2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Te Awa Motel puts visitors right in the heart of Putiki with practical amenities that enhance any stay. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, park for free, and benefit from multilingual staff and luggage storage that simplify the travel experience. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Room service - Parking included - Housekeeping - Free WiFi £73 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9628199&PinnedHotelID=9628199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa)) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/bf737b6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa)) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Portable fan Blackout curtains - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628199/b63e7445.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Furnished lanai Heating Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Portable fan Separate bedroom - 388 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWhanganui-Hotels-Te-Awa-Motel.h9628199.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWhanganui-Hotels-Te-Awa-Motel.h9628199.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Putiki, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, is home to Te Awa Motel. Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Museum. Ward Observatory and Bason Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Whanganui travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whanganui.dx3758) [View more Motels in Whanganui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whanganui-Motels.d3758-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.94339%2C175.05383&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q1EacHBjETxv5woP3JhxCOiY_60=) 95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, 4500 ### What's nearby - Durie Hill Elevator - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Putiki Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Watt Fountain - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Virginia Lake - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles ### Getting around - Whanganui (WAG) - 7 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Cactus Creme Cafe - ‬17 min walk - ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬16 min walk - ‪Mischief - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Brick House - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### Te Awa Motel Motel located in Putiki Te Awa Motel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this motel include: - Free self-parking - Express check-out, multilingual staff and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Te Awa Motel feature comforts, such as furnished lanais, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and room service. Other amenities include: - Heating and portable fans - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 0-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Living room - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 0-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Room service ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Living room - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM 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 available for NZD 25.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Te Awa Motel Wanganui Te Awa Motel Te Awa Wanganui Te Awa Motel Whanganui Te Awa Whanganui Te Awa Motel Motel Te Awa Motel Whanganui Te Awa Motel Motel Whanganui ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Te Awa Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Te Awa Motel? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Awa Motel on 24 Sept 2025 start from £72.91, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whanganui-Hotels-Te-Awa-Motel.h9628199.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Te Awa Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Te Awa Motel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a fee. ### What time is check-out at Te Awa Motel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Te Awa Motel located? > Located in Putiki, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Putiki Church, Durie Hill Elevator and Memorial Tower. Watt Fountain and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Te Awa Motel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 65 8 - Good 48 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 11 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good lights for for reading, relatively quietly at night, comfortable bed, good sized shower. Will use this motel again. ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruru 1 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The motel was very comfortable, very quiet with a busy road nearby. Very handy to the township and venue i visited during my stay. Place was clean and used towels changed daily. My dislikes was only the tobacco smoke permeating through my open door whilst enjoying the cool whanganui breeze. ##### Ruru Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### corrina 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quiet ##### corrina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities No AC ##### David Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Allen 10 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The facilities in the unit were all ok. I did find it hard to contact the manager. He lost a customer who wanted to stay but the office was closed and there was no response from the manager. I did appreciate my 4 night stay. ##### Allen Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kenjiro 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Kenjiro Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jemma 22 Jun 2024 ##### Jemma Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 21 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Dion 5 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort ##### Dion Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sarah 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Staff & service Room was ok but smelled a little fusty. Poor cooking facilities. Location a way out of town, but ok if you have transport ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie 6 Aug 2022 ##### Katie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location, however stairs to the decking could have been repaired they weren’t so safe and four had no slip resistant like the others bit dangerous. The overall property was good however their service of house keeping was very lacking it looked like nothing cleaned just the beds made and not that well either. Crumbs on the floor not removed our entire stay from day one where friend accidentally spilt in first day of our stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 26 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very pleasant units and environs, excellent location ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken 18 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Te Awa Motel Good Clean comfortable. I think that the owners must have thought of everything. As comfortable as some more expensive places. ##### Ken Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 8 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities N/A ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 30 Apr 2021 Okay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed for 5 nights with our biys who are 6 and 8. Everything that we needed was there. Our room was serviced every day. There were DVDs that we could use to finish off a busy day. It is so close to town. We highly recommend this place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily 11 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Great stay at Awa Motel again. Friendly staff, bed was so comfy, room clean and tidy, powerful shower. ##### Emily Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy 11 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Adequate for a short stay in Whanganui Although the motel is generally looking rather tired, we had everything we needed for our stay. The bed is comfortable, the shower is superb, but the couch is too soft and not good for your posture or comfort. With a little work, both inside and outside this motel could be great ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 6 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value It was ok for the price, a bit old but clean and presentable ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Jul 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Terrence 17 Jun 2020 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Terrence Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystal, tauranga 8 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities One of the VERY few place we have visited that have really thought about the room and functionality. really nice place to stay, mostly sound proof walls, could barely hear the baby crying next door,comfy bed, more than usual in the way of appliances, heating/cooling and kitchen equipment. plus REAL milk and no little packets of soap/shampoo-seemed eco conscious. :) I would recommend fixed the steps up to the rooms as seems unsafe. ##### Krystal Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 May 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Shower space having two rooms where i could put my toddler down! the whole place even watching dvds!!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 20 Mar 2020 We found the stairs going to the units unsafe. The stairs were warped, uneven and unstable🙁 The unit it self was very clean👍 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Ascension Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ascension-Island-Hotels.d6047027.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Fairyhouse Racecourse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fairyhouse-Racecourse-Hotels.0-l6089891-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Shephard's Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels-Shephards-Beach-Resort.h869973.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Alessandrino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Alessandrino.h889925.Hotel-Information) > > [Romantic Vintage Carriage in 2 acres!❤️Idyllic location, 5 min walk beach & pub!](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helston-Hotels-Romantic-Vintage-Carriage-In-2-AcresIdyllic-Location.h37915814.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Gym in Sutton Coldfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sutton-Coldfield-Hotels-Hotel-With-Gym.0-0-d4784-thotelwithgym.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [BestWestern Hotels in Barnstaple](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnstaple-Hotels-Best-Western.0-0-d4560--bBestWestern.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Blue Tree Resort at Lake Buena Vista](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Blue-Tree-Resort-At-Lake-Buena-Vista.h1666998.Hotel-Information) > > [AluaSun Doblemar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Javier-Hotels-AluaSun-Doblemar.h1383663.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Hankley Common Golf Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hankley-Common-Golf-Club-Hotels.0-l6258221-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Britannia Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Manchester-City-Centre.h41523.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Costa Brava](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Costa-Brava-Villas.d6023506-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Florida-Hotel-Conference-Center-In-The-Florida-Mall.h17739.Hotel-Information) > > [Beaulieu Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brockenhurst-Hotels-Beaulieu-Hotel.h3478746.Hotel-Information) > > [Tynrhyd Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberystwyth-Hotels-Tynrhyd-Retreat.h16383828.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-The-Beach-Hotel-And-Apartments.h17965846.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu GHR Hotel, Rome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-GHR-Hotel.h10755.Hotel-Information) > > [Eyre Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaton-Hotels-Eyre-Court-Hotel.h11900043.Hotel-Information) > > [The Redcliffe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-The-Redcliffe.h1381302.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from LON-All Airports to Philadelphia Intl.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/phl/london-to-philadelphia) > > [Flights from Miami (MIA) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mia/mco/miami-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Sa Khu (HKT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cnx/hkt/chiang-mai-to-phuket) > > [Flights from Boston (BOS) to Paisley (GLA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bos/gla/boston-to-glasgow) > > [Flights from Bristol (BRS) to La Motte-Servolex (CMF)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/brs/cmf/bristol-to-chambery) ### Cars > [Car hire in West Yorkshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-West-Yorkshire.d6048822.Car-Hire-Destinations) ### Activities > [Things to do in Ayvalik](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ayvalik.d4498.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [North East Aircraft Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-East-Aircraft-Museum-Newcastle-upon-Tyne.d553248621532494467.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals > [Borehamwood Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Holiday-Rentals.d4577.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)