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Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel in Whanganui with free parking

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Property amenity
Breakfast area
Living area
Front of property
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct

Explore the area

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2 Plymouth St, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Cabin, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
3 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
3 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
3 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Cabin, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
3 bathrooms
Living room
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Whanganui

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel places you in the centre of Whanganui, within just a 15-minute stroll of Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. Highlights at this Victorian hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Whanganui Central hostel include Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Watt Fountain.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Watt Fountain - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Victorian hostel in Whanganui with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Whanganui hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1880
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel offers 14 accommodations. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Whanganui hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 10.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 10.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00 (subject to availability)

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

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
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 Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Braemar House Backpacker
Braemar House Backpacker Hostel
Braemar House Backpacker Hostel Wanganui
Braemar House Backpacker Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Hostel Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Hostel
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker
Braemar House Hostel Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel
Braemar House Wanganui
Braemar House B&B YHA Hostel Whanganui
Braemar House B&B YHA Hostel
Braemar House YHA Whanganui
Braemar House YHA
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Whanganui
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel on 16 Oct 2025 start from NZ$89.25, 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 Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Yep, Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

The closest beach to Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel is Castlecliff Beach (6.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.