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Riverview Motel

3.5 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Experience the unique architecture of this motel, featuring a central tower and flat roof, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens.
Enjoy a view of the parking area and body of water from this room's large window.
Enjoy cooking in this fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.
Stroll through a charming residential street lined with well-maintained gardens and a grand entrance.
Two single beds with dark bedding and a bedside table, a wall-mounted light and a small mirror, and a door leading to a garden area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July

Explore the area

Map
14 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio | Living area

Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Riverview Unit | View from room

Riverview Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Garden Studio

Garden Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchenette

One Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Two Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Family Garden Unit | Living area

Family Garden Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Deluxe One Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Whanganui

At Riverview Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Whanganui Central motel include Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watt Fountain - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Virginia Lake - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riverview Motel

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Riverview Motel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly Riverview Motel also features a picnic area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Whanganui motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Riverview Motel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

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, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Riverview Motel Wanganui
Riverview Wanganui
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riverview Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Riverview Motel?

As of 15 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverview Motel on 22 Jul 2025 start from NZ$148.87, 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 Riverview Motel?

Yep, Riverview Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Riverview Motel?

The closest beach to Riverview Motel is Castlecliff Beach (6.9 km).

Does Riverview Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverview Motel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Riverview Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riverview Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 312 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little bit dated. Some units are close to road but very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The unit doesn't have air conditioning or natural airflow to offset. Recommend offering a range of pillows instead of all flat, hard ones.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property was very comfortable for a one night stay I much appreciated the 8 ounce container of milk for morning coffee Location across the street from river walk is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased, shame about ignorant noisy neigbours , cant be helped I guess.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay was ok, convenient for the town and facilities.Bed a little soft for our comfort other than that a good stay. Local info spot on ang access to museum,gallery etc very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geogina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. And great spacious units.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Found it quite noisy all through the night lots of traffic passing through
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms in a great location. Easy check in and check out, friendly obliging staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, close to everything and good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dominko

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steve at the front desk makes this place. It's a little tired but he makes it all worth while.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff service was excellent, quick to offer suggestions and help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet place near the river. Room is clean and kitchen and tools are useful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
River walk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like the ramp from the bedroom to the kitchnette area - you expect a step in the middle of the night if getting up in the dark not a ramp :) Other than that it was clean and tidy and the front desk was very helpful on arrival
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

Third time in the past couple of years we have stayed here, it’s getting a little dated but perfectly adequate for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was very dated. Bed very uncomfortable. Deodoriser in unit overpowering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024