Whanganui Central Travel Guide
Whanganui

Visit Whanganui Central
Stay near popular Whanganui Central attractions
Top hotels in Whanganui Central

Riverside Motel
"Lovely roomy motel unit. Very definitely needed an upgrade in the bathroom and kitchen. One couch, one side spring broken so most uncomfortable. Bed MOST comfy, that was a bonus and motel in lovely situation. Sad not upgraded. Old fashioned little packets of soap, no dispensers of shampoo nor ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

The Avenue Hotel
"Quiet, close to supermarkets etc. A friendly ginger cat. Friendly staff. Good parking."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

The Rutland Arms Inn
"Lovely old hotel, great location, good facilities and nice friendly staff. Sadly could not warm our bedroom up much and water pressure in shower not great. Overall a lovely stay."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Burwood Manor Motel
"Yes"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Kings Court Motel
"Clean, modern and quiet. Would stay again. Recommend."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Aotea Motor Lodge
"Awesome stay"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Whanganui Central
Castlecliff
Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.
Westmere
If you're spending some time in Westmere, Bason Botanic Gardens and Mowhanau Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gonville
Though Gonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.
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.
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 Museum.
