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4.2 out of 5

"Very welcoming and very helpful I will stay there again ! Next time I will bring my friends too! Market was just fab today loved it!! I be back!! " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 07 Sep 2019

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Hotel Description

42b College House - Hostel puts you in the heart of Whanganui, within just a 10-minute stroll of Queens Park and Sarjeant Gallery. Highlights at this Edwardian hostel include free in-room WiFi.

This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a game room, and a library. Additionally, you'll find free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Whanganui hostel include Whanganui Museum and Ward Observatory.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Five Bed)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

42b College House - Hostel ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for 42b College House - Hostel

Everyone (11) Family (1)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 7 Mar. 2020

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1 out of 5
Would definitely not stay here again and would advise others not to , whole family of very loud people !

Posted by on 4 Jan. 2020

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4 Jan. 2020 by Matt

Dear Ian thank you for your feedback. As the real time feedback we received from you last night was very positive, we assume you definitely liked our place. Sorry that the the family who was staying was maybe a little bit too nosy in the morning. All the best Matt and Verena

4 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Dec. 2019

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11 Dec. 2019 by Matt and Verena

Thanks for your feedback and enjoy your journey :-)

5 out of 5
Very welcoming and very helpful I will stay there again ! Next time I will bring my friends too! Market was just fab today loved it!! I be back!!

Posted by on 7 Sep. 2019

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18 Sep. 2019 by Verena

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are looking forward to welcoming you again. All the best Verena

4 out of 5
The lady at reception was really helpful, and even offered to drive me to my job interview. A cheap and cheerful accommodation, which is very conveniently located.

Posted by on 15 Jul. 2019

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17 Jul. 2019 by Matt and Verena

Thanks, it was nice having you here. We wish you the best with your application.

4 out of 5

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2019

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15 Jan. 2019 by Verena

Thank you for staying with us and the feedback. All the best Verena

3 out of 5
Staff are really helpful and accommodating. Cleanliness/maintenance is not the best. There is mould growing in the showers, others are either out of order or feel to be falling apart. Over the duration of my stay, I had a handful of cockroaches appear in my room.

Posted by on 27 Dec. 2018

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2 Jan. 2019 by Verena

Hello thank you for your feedback. It is great and very important to us, that you were happy with our staff. We are not sure when you were staying , but most likely before the renovations of the bathrooms have started or maybe while we were working on them? As we never had reports about cockroaches before, we are wondering what room you stayed in? Kind regards and Happy New Year Matt and Verena

4 out of 5

Very convenient

Staff lovely and friendly. Rooms very clean and tidy. Great value

Posted by on 20 May 2017

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5 out of 5

First time in a hostel!

Owners are so welcoming and friendly ☺ would certainly stay here again. Rooms are clean, bathrooms clean. Cute collection of animals. Great for people travelling through on their own

Posted by , from New Zealand on 20 Mar. 2017

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5 out of 5
Ver very helpful and friendly. It's nice place to stay

Posted by on 13 Jan. 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2017 by Matt

Thanks :-) It was lovely having you here. Cheers Matt

About the 42b College House - Hostel

Location 42B Campbell Street, Whanganui, 4500

Property Features

As a guest of 42b College House - Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at 42b College House - Hostel. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Edwardian Whanganui hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

42b College House - Hostel offers 11 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

  • Bathrooms are shared
  • Shower

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

42b College House - Hostel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 10 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 1

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 42b College House
  • 42b College House Hostel
  • 42b College House Hostel Wanganui
  • 42b College House Wanganui
  • 42b College House Hostel Whanganui
  • 42b College House Whanganui
  • 42b College House - Hostel Whanganui
  • 42b College House - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.