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Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area
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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)
Reception
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Explore the area

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30 Somme Parade, Whanganui
  • Place, Queens Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Sofa bed - unspecified
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 5 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Whanganui

Riverside Motel places you in the centre of Whanganui, within just a 15-minute stroll of Queens Park and Sarjeant Gallery. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Whanganui Central motel include Moutoa Gardens and Whanganui Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Queens Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moutoa Gardens - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watt Fountain - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious Bagels - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stellar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Riverside Motel

Motel in Whanganui with free parking
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Riverside Motel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Whanganui motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1970
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Riverside Motel offers 10 accommodations with free newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 0.14 per minute)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: NZD 0.14 per minute (rates may vary)

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
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, American Express, debit cards and cash.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Riverside Motel Wanganui
Riverside Wanganui
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel
Riverside Motel Whanganui
Riverside Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riverside Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Motel?

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Motel on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$113.69, 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 Riverside Motel?

Yep, Riverside Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Riverside Motel?

The closest beach to Riverside Motel is Castlecliff Beach (6.8 km).

Is Riverside Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Riverside Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverside Motel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Riverside Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 349 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t find a paring knife…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing staff!! We had a flight delay from Auckland and found ourselves arriving after the check-in desk closed. We contacted the motel and they were incredibly kind and efficient, getting us set up with our room still and saving a trip up the river the next morning that would otherwise have needed to be delayed or cancelled. Can’t say enough how great they were, and so kind the next morning too. Room was well outfitted and very comfortable, with everything we needed. Right next to a walking path on the river and maybe 10-15 minute walk from the main couple of blocks of town where restaurants and other shopping/mail/atms/etc are.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Puay Meng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and comfortable for a overnight break but a bit out of date
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short drive from Supermarket, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient to town. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet Comfortable bed, King size luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good stay just a little old and out of date in style but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice views of river across road. Reasonably situated near town (car ride rather than walk), the room was a little dated but the cleanliness made up for this. Bed very comfortable. Ablutions clean and adequate. We stayed 3 nights and very good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Very conveniently located. We could walk to most destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable old style motel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay in Whanganui

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The room was warm and the bed was comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. We did have to kill a few rather large beetle bugs that were in the toilet and room. There was also ants. We only were there one night so we made due but it was a bit unsettling.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Darren

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent visit to the motel was a letdown. The room had significant issues with condensation leading to mildew & mouldy carpets near the window. We even spotted ants and white tail spider which was unsettling. The bathroom & toilet lacked proper ventilation , with no exhaust fan to remove moisture. The fan heater was noisy was noisy and did not compensate for the lack of airflow. The beds were 2 single mattresses pushed together , making the queen size bed uneven & uncomfortable. The room's facikirues are in dire need of upgrade & modernization. The amenities such as soap & shampoo were subpar with no proper dispensers. Given the state of the rooms, including threadbare carowts and mould, we would not recommend this motel to anyone. A thorough renovation is necessary to bring the rooms up to modern standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a freezing day I had booked a check in time, no heaters had been put on to take the chill off the room,.the heater didn't work properly (it was not a basic heater and there were no instructions), I did eventually get an additional heater, to help try and warm the room. Not a single appliance was plugged in at the wall. When we woke the following morning the the kitchen sink and bench was covered in ants, the only thing that was in the sink over night was a coffee cup and 2 glasses (both rinsed). I was not impressed, I would not recommend and I won't stay again. The only saving grace was that the beds had electric blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside motel was an easy and comfortable place for our overnight stay. Simple but tidy and kn a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanne

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was an old worn out motel. It was winter and for 3 rooms there was one small space heater. We had to warm up the room using the oven. It was clean and the staff was nice. The milk was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dini Chun Ling

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
conveniently located with easy access to downtown/restaurants. Just across from the river for a relax walk in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good parking ,quiet ,good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It turned out to be very close to the friends we were visiting and the restaurant we went out to with them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy but Very dated rooms, ants 🐜 in the kitchen in the morning. While I know this is beyond owners control there was a reasonable amount of traffic noise. TV 📺 remote didn't work. The bed was quite comfortable though. Reasonably good budget accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, easy and close to stores. Very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025