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Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking

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Exterior
Deluxe Studio
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Deluxe Twin Studio | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Room options

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bath and shower
  • 37 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Studio

Deluxe Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 4500

What's nearby

  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Watt Fountain - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Aotea Motor Lodge

Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking
A business centre, a meeting room and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and a banquet hall. Each apartment boasts a jetted bath and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, while an LCD TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Aotea Motor Lodge offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 4.5-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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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

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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Aotea Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotea Motor Lodge?

As of 28 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotea Motor Lodge on 28 July 2025 start from AU$174.61, 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.

How much is parking at Aotea Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aotea Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Aotea Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Aotea Motor Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Whanganui, this luxury aparthotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ward Observatory, Queens Park and Watt Fountain. Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Aotea Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 388 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Service and check in was quick and simple. Nice area and everything needed or wanted in walking distance. Great people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay for our family of 4. Accommodation was clean and inviting. Hosts were accomodating of our 2 cars and let us know where to park the 2nd car and explained well everything we needed to know. Bathroom & room itself was clean, infact first impressions were right, the entire property was clean and inviting. Will definitely stay here again next time we in Whanganui!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was fantastic thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Check-in was a bit of a challenge. We didn’t realise it closes at 7pm on a Friday night (website and Expedia both day reception open until 9:30pm). Property Manager made allowances and waited for us until 8:15om. Great spa, much larger than expected. Would stay again and make sure if arriving after 7pm we get in contact.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Very average, but free parking space.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Convenient clean spacious units. Friendly staff. Due to the location being on a main road there was some traffic noise on Friday and Saturday night but not as much as I would have expected. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Very clean and quite. Beautifully set out rooms and the double spa is great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Great units with spa facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Lovely service, clean facilities, handy to town, ver comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Good motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Excellent place to stay. We have stayed here a couple of times and will definitely stay again. The rooms are well equipped and the staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Lovely big room and super comfortable with good parking and handy to shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Lovely friendly staff, comfortable beds, absolutely delightful spa bath.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Super clean and staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10

Lovely motel in convenient location. The rooms were clean and spacious. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

Location was very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Always love our stays at Aotea. Best in whanganui
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Very well looked after. Clean, tidy and comfortable. Having Sky TV was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Lovely rooms, very good beds and very spacious. Good guest laundry
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Great rooms, great bath
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Friendly check in. Great room had everything we needed. Great spa in room and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10

Was nice. The cleaners were lovley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024