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Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Queens Park

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Reception
Front of property
Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Studio - Queen And Single | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Explore the area

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59 Heads Road, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Studio - Queen And Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Whanganui

At Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Queens Park and Durie Hill Elevator. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Gonville motel include Moutoa Gardens and Sarjeant Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Durie Hill Elevator - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Virginia Lake - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Castlecliff Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stellar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Motel with free parking, near Queens Park
As a guest of Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and room service (during limited hours). Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Whanganui motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodation at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 10 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.

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 20 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per day

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 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and over, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 10 days prior to check-in.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui on 9 Oct 2025 start from NZ$189.00, 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 Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

Yep, Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

The closest beach to Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui is Castlecliff Beach (5.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

No, Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

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

Are pets allowed at Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 277 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spot on, there is nothing negative to say. The service was exceptional, a nice hot coffee was delivered to my room. The room was warm up on arrival. Bed was comfy. To top it off there was bread and condiments in the fridge to have for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Garth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Good value.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julz

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comfortable and warm
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff welcoming friendly nothing too much trouble. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were amazing went the extra mile with our basketball team. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. The motel has really lovely owners who go out of their way to ensure your stay is pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front lady excellent. Shower very good. Hand basin tap did not work properly. Accommodation was fine but a bit cramped .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressed with this motel. Close to everything, easy check in and parking, spacious clean room and really friendly staff. Basic breakfast included was so convenient. I thought it would be noisy but with the door shut I didn’t hear any road traffic at all. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating great hospitality, thank you so so much for our stay. You are all so lovely and kind to us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

You get what you pay for.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A museum piece of Kiwi motels from the 1980s

This motel is a preserved relic of what motels were like in NZ during my first visits ca. 1987-1990. Very misleading photos. Next to busy road, pretty rough condition. Single person was working that day and was clearly overwhelmed by it. Furniture was in pretty bad shape. Cannot see the TV from the queen bed. Was way overpriced too, but this was likely due to Te Matatini going on in New Plymounth, every room in Hawera and NP was taken
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edwin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The unit itself was adequate for our needs. Unfortunately with the current closure of state highway 1 heavy traffic had been re routed and went right past this property. We booked and paid for 3 nights but left after one night as we virtually had no sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alistar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Modern, clean interior. Easy to find, handy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gateway motor lodge

Great 4 hour trip up river in the Waimarie paddle steamer - excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025