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Our top choices for Ward Observatory hotels

A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A hallway with a wooden table, a vase of flowers, and a red table runner.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.

1. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Mickey
€47
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
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 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.
A motel with a large entrance canopy, a signboard, and well-maintained landscaping.

2. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Charleen
€75
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Riverview Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting.

3. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Vaughan
€81
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Burwood Manor Motel
A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a radiator. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a window with lace curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.9 km from Ward Observatory
Canada
Alexandra
€70
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Riverside Motel
An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a painting on the wall.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Whanganui East, 2.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Wayne
€42
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and microwave.
A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A motel with a green roof, a parking lot, and a row of rooms.

6. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
Whanganui Central, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Shirleen
€76
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Astral 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.
A furnished living room with a dining table, chairs, a red leather sofa, a large window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bathroom with a bathtub, tiled walls, and a wooden door.
A single bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a bunk bed structure to the left.

7. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
Whanganui Central, < 0.1 km from Ward Observatory
€46
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The grand Inn
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a window view of a river, a sink, and a vase with flowers.
An aerial view of a riverside village with houses, a swimming pool, and a small park.

8. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Aramoho, 5.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Loreen
€81
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.
A small, single-story building with a covered porch, surrounded by greenery.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a metal fence and a grassy area. There are two white buildings with blue trim in the background.
A sign welcoming visitors to Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park.

9. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
Castlecliff, 6 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Margaret
€66
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels close to Ward Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
9.2
Wonderful
84 reviews
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A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.
Riverview Motel
8.8
Excellent
345 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
Burwood Manor Motel
8.8
Excellent
369 reviews
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A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.
Riverside Motel
8.6
Excellent
378 reviews
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An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
8.2
Very good
275 reviews
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Top Ward Observatory Hotel Reviews

Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent
"very convenient lovely retro charm"
Gavin 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Riverside Motel
'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 3 days ago
'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.
151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, great location"
Yigit 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
151 on London Motel
Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

8/10 Good
"Great value for money, location close to town. Little far for walking distance. Great for family. Staff was great to deal with, super helpful and friendly. Complimentary chocolate upon arrival one for each person staying. Recommend."
Francisco 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Burwood Manor Motel
Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI

Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI

8/10 Good
"House was very clean and good instructions for use of different appliances. There was the ability to use the Garage, which would have been good if our van was able to fit, but it wasn't a big deal. Beds were very comfortable and ample supplies there for cooking etc.A suggestion would be to have a few board games around for a family to play in evenings. Overall it was a great place to stay."
Karla H. 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Riverside Townhouse with room for all the family, great location & WIFI
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

10/10 Excellent
"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"
Wayne 7-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great motor lodge, close to the middle of the city. The only negative was that for the price, it should have had at least king size beds as the rooms have ample space for a larger bed."
Penelope 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Aotea Motor Lodge
Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel

8/10 Good
"Great location but not a happy reason for staying- I was pallbearer at my partners funeral, which was at the very nearby funeral home. Very handy to the city where my friend (who had brought me up from Kapiti) and I had dinner on the Sunday night. Good parking right by our rooms. Very friendly, helpful reception staff member. Good amenities- mine recently refurbished I think. Excellent colour choice for decor and a very comfortable bed. Thank you."
Josephine 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Riverview Motel
Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel

8/10 Good
"Very clean and tidy. Good location. Quiet."
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kings Court Motel

Other attractions near Ward Observatory

Whanganui Museum

9.0/10 (85 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Queens Park

8.8/10 (51 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Sarjeant Gallery

8.2/10 (69 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sarjeant Gallery during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Watt Fountain

8.4/10 (60 reviews)
After visiting Watt Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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New Zealand Glassworks

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New Zealand Glassworks during your trip to Whanganui.
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Moutoa Gardens

8.0/10 (47 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Moutoa Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Wanganui Community Arts Centre

8.6/10 (9 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Wanganui Community Arts Centre during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Whanganui River Markets

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Whanganui River Markets during your visit to Whanganui.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ward Observatory?
Ward Observatory is located in an area of Whanganui known for its stunning river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Ward Observatory?
Adjacent to Ward Observatory, The Rutland Arms Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers free parking and a bar. Other good options close by include 151 on London Motel and Riverside Motel.
How many hotels will I find near Ward Observatory?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ward Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ward Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Ward Observatory.
What can I see and do near Ward Observatory?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Learn about local history at Watt Fountain and Durie Hill Memorial Tower. Local parks like Moutoa Gardens, Queens Park and Kowhai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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