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Astral Motel

3.0 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Stroll through a serene garden with a variety of trees and flowering plants, surrounded by a well-maintained pathway and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy a playground with a swing set and seesaw in this outdoor park area.
Two single beds with blue and white striped bedspreads, a wooden nightstand, and a large mirror adorn this cozy space.
Compact kitchen with microwave, kettle, and dining area.
Kitchen features a microwave, gas stove, and stainless steel sink.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July

Explore the area

Map
46 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfortable Studio

Comfortable Studio

Comfortable Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Whanganui

Astral Motel puts you in the heart of Whanganui, within a 20-minute stroll of Whanganui Museum and Sarjeant Gallery. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and babysitting services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Whanganui Central motel include Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Queens Park.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Astral Motel

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Astral Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Astral Motel also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Whanganui motel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Astral Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), 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 extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Astral Motel
Astral Motel Wanganui
Astral Wanganui
Motel Astral
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Astral Motel?

Astral Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Astral Motel?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astral Motel on 25 July 2025 start from AU$104.12, 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.

Is parking available at Astral Motel?

Yep, Astral Motel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Astral Motel?

The closest beach to Astral Motel is South Beach (5.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Astral Motel?

No, Astral Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Astral Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Astral Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Astral Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 338 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean & Tidy. However, steam from shower not able to be gotten rid off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to shoos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
older motel but well kept and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Travelled with partner
Very basic room but quite comfortable. But no sink in kitchen area. Nice location near the river.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean handy area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is very dated. Although clean. And staff were friendly. Convenient easy walk to the town centre. It is a busy roundabout so some vehicle noise. Overall good experience for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, Waikiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is right next to a busy roundabout so there's the constant noise of cars and trucks accellerating and decellerating. Traffic is a bit less during the night. Units are not soundproofed and the furnishings are a bit dated. On the whole this property is ok for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, comfortable beds, reasonably well equipped, great shower, very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

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

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. The rooms were neat and clean, and the beds were comfortable. The only thing that disappointed me was that there was a stove/oven in the photo that I saw and I brought provisions for our meal accordingly. When we arrived, the room we were given had only a microwave and I had to go and pay for different food. This may have been my lack of attention to detail when I booked, but it did frustrate me. Otherwise, we had a pleasant stay and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suitable for what i needed
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Felecia-Gaye

Staff friendly. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRAEME

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
see above
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert ad Rose-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very pleasant at reception. Sky tv
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice outlook onto green area; off the road
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No waste bin in the bathroom. No bar soap in the bathroom. Cheap, single ply toilet paper. No clock radio in the quarter. No phone in the quarter.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan, Napier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Down by river nice garden outlook but spoiler by hoons on noisy bikes trying to set speed records
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024