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Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel in Whanganui with free parking

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Property amenity
Interior entrance
Breakfast area
Front of property
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2 Plymouth St, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Cabin, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Located in Whanganui Central, Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. This 14-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Queens Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Victorian hostel in Whanganui with free parking
Guests of Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, access to locker space, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Climb into a pillowtop bed with premium linens. Sitting areas are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 10.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 10.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Braemar House Backpacker
Braemar House Backpacker Hostel
Braemar House Backpacker Hostel Wanganui
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Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Hostel Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Hostel
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel/Backpacker
Braemar House Hostel Wanganui
Braemar House Hostel
Braemar House Wanganui
Braemar House B&B YHA Hostel Whanganui
Braemar House B&B YHA Hostel
Braemar House YHA Whanganui
Braemar House YHA
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Whanganui
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel on Dec 1, 2025 start from $43.66, excluding 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.

What can I see close to Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Whanganui Central within a short 15-minute walk of Whanganui Museum and also 16 minutes on foot from Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. You'll also find Sarjeant Gallery and Queens Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel have a casino?

No, Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a terrace and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

The closest major airport to Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel is Whanganui (WAG), which is 4.1 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel.

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 72 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will most likely stay there in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful host with chance to.meet diversity of people culture abd age without judgement and unrealistic expectation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous family and great facilities with a lovely vibe. Super clean, cozy and safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities and lovely surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean. Convenient economical. Most places have a sheet about their facilities. This was advertised as bed and breakfast. There was a kitchen but there was a prominent notice "Kitchen facilities to be used by staff only". (Quoted from memory. Probably referring to equipment. I just wanted cereal and milk, but with that "rule" I left with no breakfast and bought on the road. If bed and breakfast the breakfast shold be findable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff that made you feel really welcome, polite dog included. Squishy bed but cleanliness wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and helpful staff. Quiet street. Good communal outdoor courtyard.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Papamoa Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hosts, Quiet location near the river and walkable into the CBD. Very good value for money this was my second visit in two months
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing old building and and hosts very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location, walkable to town, clean comfortable room and great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kwan Tin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
clean hostel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely spot quiet, handy to town and exactly what we needed. Well be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Calla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very reasonably priced at 85 for me and my daughter for 1 night. It was a cute clean small room with 2 single beds and a mirror. The shared bathroom was clean and approx 2metres away from our room and the shared kitchen & lounge within 5-6 metres away. My daughter is in a wheel chair and although its not an accessible place i was able to wheel her up the step to our room and bathroom easily. There was a beautiful walkway over a bridge with a skate park, wonderful childrens park and beautiful views one minute away walking. The room got slightly cold but there was extra blankets the beds were comfortable. Staff friendly and not annoying
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place was really nice had a decent bathroom area, the kitchen felt a little bit dirty but not bad at all. the outside area was lovely. staff were kind and inviting. the beds were comfy and there wasnt much outside noise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy my stays at the Braemar House . Its also a historical building with a fascination history . Its in beautiful condition and an excellent presentation of the old charm of New Zealand not found in modern architecture . Cozy area for group meetings in the patio area and ample size kitchen for gatherings to prepare food . Love it .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay with kitchen facilities and clean comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
property has lots of character handy to the main shops. close to the yellow house.....enjoyable cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming and informative. Clean property, good location next to the river and not far from supermarkets. Would stay here again however I did have a few little issues. The doorbell outside wasn’t working so I had to wait at the front door for a while until someone saw my shadow in the glass and let me in. The room I was in with the en-suite would be a little bit cramped when full if there are 5 beds and 5 bags/suitcases as there isn’t much floor space. There also weren’t enough plugs. I could only find one set of 2 which wasn’t enough for the 3 of us that were staying there that night, especially as one of them was being used for the lamp. In addition to this, an early check out key deposit box would be good. You may have one but I couldn’t find it, I had to fling the key under the gap in the door to the office and hope it didn’t lodge itself under any of the furniture/slip out of sight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alivereti

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate hostel and cabins, good kitchen and lounge area, outdoor seating in garden. Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024