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42b College House - Hostel

2.0 star property
Edwardian hostel in Whanganui with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom
Shared Dormitory, Women only
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Dining
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
42B Campbell Street, Whanganui, 4500
  • Popular LocationWhanganui Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationVirginia Lake3 min drive
  • AirportWhanganui (WAG)9 min drive

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Five Bed)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Five Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Whanganui

42b College House - Hostel puts you in the heart of Whanganui, within just a 10-minute stroll of Queens Park and Sarjeant Gallery. Highlights at this Edwardian hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Additionally, you'll find free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Whanganui hostel include Whanganui Museum and Ward Observatory.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 9 min walk
  • Whanganui Museum - 10 min walk
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 19 min walk
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wanganui R.S.A Inc - 9 min walk
  • The Yellow House Cafe - 10 min walk
  • Thai House Express 2 - 9 min walk
  • Burger King - 5 min walk
  • Rutland Arms Inn - 13 min walk

About this property

42b College House - Hostel

Edwardian hostel in Whanganui with free parking
As a guest of 42b College House - Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An arcade/games room, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at 42b College House - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Edwardian Whanganui hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
42b College House - Hostel offers 11 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 10 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges NZD 1 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 10 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 1

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

42b College House
42b College House Hostel
42b College House Hostel Wanganui
42b College House Wanganui
42b College House Hostel Whanganui
42b College House Whanganui
42b College House - Hostel Whanganui
42b College House - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 42b College House - Hostel?

42b College House - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at 42b College House - Hostel?

Yep, 42b College House - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 42b College House - Hostel?

The closest beach to 42b College House - Hostel is South Beach (4.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 42b College House - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at 42b College House - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 42b College House - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

42b College House - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Willow

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt, Dunedin, Mosgiel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The graden area at the property was so calm and relaxed. The interesting people that hung around the kitchen and eating area made the place seem lively.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very old rundown hostel. Staff was helpful, had sky in tv room, Pity some owners just take $$ for decades but put nothing back in. Value for $27 a night was not worth it compared to other towns, even national park was only$19 with modern look and spa. I wouldnt recommend this place unfortunately. A lick of pain and new beds might just show some effort back to guests who pay good money to stay. 1 of the only bad reviews ive had to make out of hundreds of places as a hotels.com gold member
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities
Would definitely not stay here again and would advise others not to , whole family of very loud people !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very welcoming and very helpful I will stay there again ! Next time I will bring my friends too! Market was just fab today loved it!! I be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Affordable Accommodation
For the price it couldn't be better. Very helpful hosts. all services available.I will certainly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at reception was really helpful, and even offered to drive me to my job interview. A cheap and cheerful accommodation, which is very conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019