Aparthotel

Aotea Motor Lodge

Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking

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Room
Balcony
Front of property
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
CA $131
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

Explore the area

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390 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Whanganui

Located in Whanganui, Aotea Motor Lodge is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queens Park and Virginia Lake, while Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights. Durie Hill Elevator and Ward Observatory are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬18 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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space

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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Property 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Aotea Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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 Whanganui Central, 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).

Reviews

Aotea Motor Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 405 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T K

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean tidy room with comfortable beds and good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and close to everything once would need
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The friendliness and welcoming on arrival and the overall experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was fantastic thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great units with spa facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and quite. Beautifully set out rooms and the double spa is great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassandre

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check in, lovely quiet place to stay, staff friendly. Clean and tidy, would recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay, thank you for being so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely friendly staff, comfortable beds, absolutely delightful spa bath.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Thumbs up, Aotea Motor Lodge

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

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

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