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Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in the heart of Whanganui

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
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Experience the tranquility of Riverside Motel, nestled in the heart of the business district. Stroll through the garden, stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning services. Previous guests rave about our helpful staff and ideal location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business center
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is CNY500
CNY575 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15

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Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

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

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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 cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 5 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Studio Unit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 Somme Parade, Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 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
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Riverside Motel

When visiting Whanganui, Riverside Motel is a great choice to consider. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1970
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for NZD 0.14 per minute (rates may vary)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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

Does Riverside Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riverside Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Riverside Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Riverside Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Riverside Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster, cookware, and a refrigerator.

What's the area around Riverside Motel like?

Riverside Motel is in Whanganui Central, a short 13-minute walk from Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and 19 minutes' walk from Durie Hill Elevator. Travelers love the motel's prime location.

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Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Comfy place to stay
Deborah, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Riverside motel was an easy and comfortable place for our overnight stay. Simple but tidy and kn a great location.
Becky, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

conveniently located with easy access to downtown/restaurants. Just across from the river for a relax walk in the evening
Dini Chun Ling, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It turned out to be very close to the friends we were visiting and the restaurant we went out to with them.
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Set up. Was close to town and amenities.
Raewyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place, easy and close to stores. Very friendly.
Richard, 4-night trip

4/10 Poor

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.
Jeanne, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

the staff are friendly. but the rooms are very dated.
gill, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

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.
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was what I needed for a good price.
Rod, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Easy late check in and friendly staff, thank you.
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and good moccasin
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good value for money
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stopped overnight - great accommodation - great cooking facilities, comfy bed, everything we needed
Sue, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice and quiet but still in travel distance from most amenities
Mary, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

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.
Peter, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

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.
Darren, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Whanganui Motel

The Riverside Motel was clean but a little tired and needs some renovation to bring it up to date. Although the price paid reflects this as it was almost half the price of other places we stayed in this trip. The rooms are clean and there is everything provided that you need for an overnight stay.
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

A bit old bit very clean and friendly.
Raewyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice stay in Whanganui

Exactly what we expected. With a little bit more charm
Derek, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The Riverside is a classic roadside motel which had everything we needed for our one night stay in Whanganui. Ours was a 2-bedroom and both bedrooms were spacious, as was the living area. The hotel is located within easy walk to the main street, along a nice riverside walkway. The hosts were friendly and the room exactly as described. There was a fridge, cutlery and cooking utensils plus stove and microwave if you wanted to be self-sufficient. Also appreciated the helpful information folder with the local sights and stories. Thank you!
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely staff and great location.
Mirai, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Rty
Daphne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice town - European style and landscape

Next to the river and near the bridge, unique layout of the kitchen and dining
Jih Nuoh, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and quite
Leung, 1-night trip