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Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 star property

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Deluxe Twin Studio
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Front of property
Deluxe Studio | Bathroom
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Ward Observatory
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Studio

Deluxe Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Whanganui

A stay at Aotea Motor Lodge places you in the heart of Whanganui, within a 5-minute drive of Queens Park and Ward Observatory. .This luxury aparthotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Whanganui Museum and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Virginia Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Ward Observatory - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Watt Fountain - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Whanganui aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Cot: NZD 15 per stay

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Work spaces

  • Business centre
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 28 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Connecting units available
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 8:30 PM)

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aotea Motor

Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge Wanganui

Aotea Motor Wanganui

Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui

Aotea Motor Whanganui

Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui

Aotea Motor Lodge Aparthotel

Aotea Motor Lodge Aparthotel Whanganui

Aotea Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 435 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room and the spa bath is as amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosaria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room was at the back of the property and was spacious and quiet with undercover parking. We used the guest laundry and only paid a small amount for the dryer. . Would choose to stay here again. Fast food places are a short walk and nicer restaurants a short drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, great staff
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
The lights were very poor making the room very dark. When showing, discovered the soap dispenser didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was all fine
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly and courteous staff. Room well maintained. Very good and clean bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely room, very nice spa bath. One light in the lounge wasn't working when we arrived but the bulb was replaced quickly. We also noticed the neon strip light above the bathroom mirror needed replacing but that didn't worry us and we simply reported it when we left
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and spacious room with nice balcony. Staff friendly. Comfortable bed and good facilities. A little dated and furniture certainly needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff are nice people and the room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, comfortable beds, very roomy and friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Anne

Noisy, domestic violence going on for over an hour above our room. Nobody at desk
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,great staff
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne, Windham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient last minute stop. Room was spacious, clean and quiet. All the amenities were there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very welcoming hosts, amazingly comfortable bed, no noise from other rooms. Fabulous stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much nicer room than I was expecting. Management was very pleasant and accommodating. We will plan to stay here again the next time we're in Whanganui.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Absolutely fantastic staff, friendly and willing to help. Our room was spotless and staff that cleaned it went above and beyond, we will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the bath was awesome! Nice, clean, everything you need. Friendly staff. Opposite the supermarket was a bonus. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025