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Astral Motel

3.0 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Comfortable Studio | Living area
Children’s play area – outdoor
Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen
Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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46 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfortable Studio

Comfortable Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Whanganui

Astral Motel places you in the centre of Whanganui, within just a 15-minute stroll of Kowhai Park and Queens Park. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and babysitting services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Whanganui Central motel include Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum.
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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 - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Astral Motel

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Astral Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Astral Motel also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Whanganui motel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Astral Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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.
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Astral Motel
Astral Motel Wanganui
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Motel Astral
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel
Astral Motel Whanganui
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Astral Motel?

Astral Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Astral Motel?

As of 23 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astral Motel on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$134.59, 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.

Is parking available at Astral Motel?

Yep, Astral Motel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Astral Motel?

The closest beach to Astral Motel is Castlecliff Beach (6.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Astral Motel?

No, Astral Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Astral Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Astral Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.