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Whanganui Hotel Guide. Hotels in Papaiti, Whanganui, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Papaiti hotels

An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.

1. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East, 7 km from Papaiti
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (275 reviews)
"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"
Australia
Wayne
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

2. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate, 8.7 km from Papaiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
151 on London Motel
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a leather sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

3. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 9 km from Papaiti
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The grand Inn
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

4. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.2 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was nice. The kitchen had everything one needs. Parking was free. If one has to stay longer at a place, this is a good motel to be."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Riverside Motel
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

5. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.6 km from Papaiti
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (336 reviews)
"We had problems with noisy neighbors but was deal with probably after a phone call to management was impressed would stay there again. Spent 3 days there clean tidy units staff very good 👍"
Australia
Christina
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Avenue Hotel
A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."

6. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 9.1 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"What a nice property to stay at . The restaurant meals really where nice , reserve early to get a spot!"
Canada
Don
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Rutland Arms Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
4.0 star property
Gonville, 10.3 km from Papaiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room lovely and comfortable."
Australia
Amanda
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

8. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.4 km from Papaiti
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly staff, great location, bigger & better room than booked. Will definitely book again if down these ways, and will recommend to others."
Australia
Charleen
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Riverview Motel
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

9. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Aramoho, 4.6 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Yes the pool was great "
Australia
Loreen
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

10. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 9.4 km from Papaiti
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"Great stay. Spacious."
Australia
Jagdish
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

11. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.1 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

12. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 7.8 km from Papaiti
7.8 out of 10, Good, (352 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean & tidy room, comfy bed, all we needed for the night."
Australia
Shirleen
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Astral Motel
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

13. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff, 12.5 km from Papaiti
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

14. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.5 km from Papaiti
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (369 reviews)
"Parking easy, location handy"
Australia
Vaughan
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

15. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.6 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Excellent place - will definitely stay here again when needing accommodation in Wanganui. Clean and tidy, plenty of off street parking."
Australia
Kelly
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aotea Motor Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

16. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.9 km from Papaiti
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, comfy bed, good price"
Australia
Patu
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

17. Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel
3.0 star property
Putiki, 10.1 km from Papaiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, clean and tidy, parking directly in front of the unit. I stay here regularly and recommend."
Australia
Andrew
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Te Awa Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

18. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central, 8.7 km from Papaiti
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Nice stay one night, very easy to get to and handy to town."
Australia
Jane
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kings Court Motel
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Where to stay in Papaiti

Find the best Papaiti areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Papaiti
Learn more about Papaiti
A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.
Photo by Paul Billaney
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Whanganui Central

If you're spending some time in Whanganui Central, Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Castlecliff

Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.

Whanganui East

While Whanganui East may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Whanganui Museum.

Westmere

If you're spending some time in Westmere, Mowhanau Beach and Bason Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Top Papaiti Hotel Reviews

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

10/10 Excellent
"Really interesting house. Warm, light and snug."
Robert B. 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

Frequently asked questions

What is Papaiti like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Whanganui's Papaiti neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Papaiti?
For your stay in Papaiti, The Signal Box is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Papaiti, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Papaiti.
What are the top things to see and do in Papaiti?
Some places to visit in the Whanganui area include Whanganui Museum, Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum so get out of the neighbourhood to explore more of the city. While you're out sightseeing, Virginia Lake and South Beach are a couple of sights to visit in the city.