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The Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Watt Fountain

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Outdoor pool
Courtyard
Apartment with Balcony
Front of property
Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

Explore the area

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379 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 5001
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment with Balcony

Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Poolside

Deluxe Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Superior Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Whanganui

The Avenue Hotel puts you in the heart of Whanganui, within a 20-minute stroll of Watt Fountain and Sarjeant Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Mothership Bar & Eatery, is open for dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 1087 square feet (101 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Whanganui Central hotel include Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Watt Fountain - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Virginia Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Avenue Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Watt Fountain
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1087 square feet (101 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Avenue Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Whanganui hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1087 sq ft of conference space
  • 101 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Avenue Hotel offers 58 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mothership Bar & Eatery

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,087 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open from Saturday to Saturday (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM), Monday to Friday (8:00 AM to 7:00 PM) and Sunday to Sunday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 10 2025 to December 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kingsgate Avenue
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue
The Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Avenue Hotel Whanganui
The Avenue Hotel Hotel Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue Wanganui

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Avenue Hotel?

The Avenue Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Avenue Hotel?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Avenue Hotel on 26 Sept 2025 start from NZ$139.00, 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 The Avenue Hotel?

Yep, The Avenue Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Avenue Hotel?

The closest beach to The Avenue Hotel is Castlecliff Beach (5.8 km).

Does The Avenue Hotel have a pool?

The Avenue Hotel has a pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes The Avenue Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Avenue Hotel.

Does The Avenue Hotel serve breakfast?

Please note that breakfast will unavailable between January 10 2025 and December 1 2025 (subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Avenue Hotel?

No, The Avenue Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Avenue Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue will be unavailable from January 10 2025 to December 1 2025 (dates subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at The Avenue Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Avenue Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 283 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Awhina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious,comfortable i will definitely book the same room again if i need to stay in wanganui again,totally recommend the apartment room👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable and quiet. Very warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent reception staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how affordable so short notice and comfortable the beds were.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

Warm and cozy

Impressed on arrival with friendly staff member at reception Very helpful and the room was nice and warm. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness

Never again

A clean and fairly comfortable room, if somewhat dated, but check in procedures and communication about changes to these procedures very poor and contradictory. Furthermore building on site means a temporary wall has been erected outside my window, blocking out light, sun and view, and the hotel restaurant was also closed. As it was the weekend there was no building noise but week day clients will be highly inconvenienced. This should have been signalled on booking. I will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

GA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Liked the location, plenty of fast food,cafe's and supermarkets. But lack of Air Cond, made room too stuffy at night. No sink meant the jug had to be filled up up in the bathroom. Limited utensils and no dish washing liquid to wash anything. No toaster or hair dryer, so be prepared to pack everything including the kitchen sink.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbi-Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for a family of 4
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was welcoming and explained to us where our room was located. It was about a 200metre walk from reception. We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment. Wonderfully spacious, each bedroom had its own bathroom (x1 with shower only and x1 shower over bath). The beds in one of the rooms were so soft and uncomfortable. The kitchen space was adequate, although there was hair in the freezer yikes! The place is very dated but clean enough. We just stayed one night so it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When booking at The Avenue, request a room that is not by the road. We found it quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely, clean and sunny with a little veranda that you could get a bit of fresh air. The beds were comfortable and decorated to a high standard. It will be great when the restaurant is open. We have no hestitation to stay again. Thank you. (The only thing to have improved the room is to repaint the bathroom ceiling as the paint is peeling off. We had an iron but no ironing board).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Business traveller
Good location - comfortable bed - most things within walking distance …restaurants..gas station .. supermarket etc..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dale

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
Expedia confirmed my booking but when I turned up this hotel said they didn’t have a booking for me and had no rooms available. Reception person didn’t seem to care.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here

Outdated everything, carpets covered with mats to cover they were threadbare. Cockroaches in the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a 2queen bed room,one bed was ok for one person as it sagged the other closer to the bathroom was hard and you could feel the springs digging your in the back so you didnt get a comfortable sleep. Lots of paint chips and scratches and a hole in the back of the bathroom door. Towels were quite old and small ,mould in the shower. For$ 210 a night should have been alot better. Also major constructions happening to the bar and restaurant so no availability of food or drinks. With no pre notification of this. Lucky there were places close by to eat and get a drink. Probably wouldnt stay there again sadly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

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

Comfortable

The hotel is well placed on Victoria Avenue with the town centre within easy walking distance. The room was comfortable and clean and the bathroom quite roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very good and quiet comfy beds recommend going again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

C

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room needs air con
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adriaan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NO dining room. NO pub. NO room service. NO airconditioning. NO soundproof doors. At more than $200 per night. The bathroom was full of long black hair (I have no hair). The furniture was uncomfortable. Thank heavens, the bed was up to standard. Disgusting. I used to have blind faith in Copthorne Hotels. Not any more after this horrendous ripoff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025