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Astral Motel

3.0 star property

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stove.
A television mounted on a wall displaying a racing game.
A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small bedside table, a mirror, and a television.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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46 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small bedside table, a mirror, and a television.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a brick-patterned wall, and a small bedside table.

Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

A single bed with a grey quilt, a wooden nightstand, a grey sofa, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfortable Studio

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, toaster, and a small refrigerator. There's a desk with a chair, a window with sheer curtains, and a phone on the wall.

Comfortable Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 3-property class Whanganui Central motel include Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Wanganui Community Arts Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Watt Fountain - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Creme Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Astral Motel

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 3-star 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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includes taxes & fees
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

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 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 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

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

Property is also known as

Astral Motel
Astral Motel Wanganui
Astral Wanganui
Motel Astral
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel Whanganui

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 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astral Motel on 12 Jul 2026 start from NZ$142, 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.

Astral Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 352 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Clean & tidy room, comfy bed, all we needed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was for only one night. The unit was clean and tidy (an older property but reasonably well maintained). Parking was right outside the door, so very convenient. Bed was very
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet location wel equipped roo.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very convenient location for visiting and exploring Whanganui. Easy walk along the riverside to the town centre. A bit dated but everything works, plenty of parking, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good all round stay friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
rooms were serviced every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the location, helpful staff, comfortable bed - a great stay in Masterton.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Having to wash dishes in the bathroom basin was a bit unusual and inconvenient. Housekeeping staff had difficulty understanding and speaking English. Apart from that she was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, comfortable beds, reasonably well equipped, great shower, very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
older motel but well kept and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 days close to everything. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
Very tired but clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daryll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and courteous, good location and not far from the township, restaurants, shopping etc.. found it very good overall and would stay again..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
The room served my purpose which was sleeping. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location and lovely room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and warm .Easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good stay. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean and great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine

Was okay. Only saw one staff member at check-in. Bit hard to understand him. A bit of up-dating of the complex would help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This motel is value for money no frills clean and easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024