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Riverview Motel

3.5 star property

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A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.
A residential street with a gated entrance, houses, and a clear sky.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A motel with a large entrance canopy, a signboard, and well-maintained landscaping.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a small wicker coffee table, a television on a stand, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

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14 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Two Bedroom

A room with two brown sofas, a glass coffee table, and a window with a view of a parking area and greenery.

Deluxe Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Garden Unit

A living room with a sofa, a glass-top table, and a TV.

Family Garden Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom

A living room with two blue armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a small dining table with chairs.

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Riverview Unit

A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

Riverview Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Unit

A compact kitchen with a red countertop, a white microwave, a sink, and a small refrigerator.

One Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Garden Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room

A single bed with a patterned bedspread, a dresser with drawers, a wall-mounted light, and a window with curtains.

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room

A compact room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a desk.

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Queens Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Moutoa Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Watt Fountain - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Villa Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Riverview Motel

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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

National rating

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

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 28 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverview Motel on 29 Jun 2026 start from NZ$150, 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. 171 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 339 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully located and comfortable motel to stay, with friendly and helpful staff, it’s a place worth returning to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff, great location near the river walk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room - terrific view of the river - lovely staff :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious villa with a separate bedroom, a kitchenette and a huge corner spa in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The girl on reception was very polite and helpful, the room although a bit dated was very clean and tidy with everything one could need. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff were excellent, room was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beds were soft but great view!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, a really good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

kapene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with good amenities and just a short walk to many shopping and dining options, will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very roomy with comfortable bed such loely staff with room service daily .Nice view of river from the main bedroom .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean & spacious unit with reat outlook over the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, close to everything and good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good walking distance to city park
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Good motel near to city center.

Lovely place to stay, everything you need is there, we had a large comfortable room. Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, easy location. Will be happy to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for five nights while catching up with family nearby. Very spacious rooms, good facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service at reception, spotlessly clean and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. And great spacious units.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town and nice view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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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
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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
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6/10 Okay

Judson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Spa tub didn't work
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the river walks and town is 5mins away. Basic accommodation, spa was nice and everything was clean and a comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022