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Te Awa Motel

3.0 star property

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white fence.
A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a kettle, and a decorative shelf with glassware.
A dining area with a table, chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A white building with a balcony, surrounded by red and white flowers.
A living room with a black leather sofa, two wooden stools, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

A dining area with a wooden table and red chairs, a yellow chair with a black cushion, and a kitchen in the background.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa))

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa)) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa))

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Located in Putiki, Te Awa Motel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Putiki Church and Durie Hill Elevator. Each of the 7 rooms at this 3-star motel includes a kitchenette, a furnished lanai, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Durie Hill Elevator - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Putiki Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Watt Fountain - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Villa Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Te Awa Motel

Guests staying at Te Awa Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, furnished lanais, and refrigerators.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Te Awa Motel Wanganui
Te Awa Motel
Te Awa Wanganui
Te Awa Motel Whanganui
Te Awa Whanganui
Te Awa Motel Motel
Te Awa Motel Whanganui
Te Awa Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Te Awa Motel?

This motel is situated in Putiki within a short 11-minute walk of Durie Hill Elevator and also 15 minutes on foot from Watt Fountain. You'll also find Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Moutoa Gardens less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Te Awa Motel?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Awa Motel on Jun 29, 2026 start from $71, 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 there parking available at Te Awa Motel?

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

Does Te Awa Motel have a casino at the property?

No, Te Awa Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Te Awa Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Te Awa Motel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including a kitchenette in each guestroom plus river views and a kitchenette in some.

Are there hot tubs at Te Awa Motel?

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

Does Te Awa Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Te Awa Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Te Awa Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Te Awa Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Te Awa Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Te Awa Motel?

The closest major airport to Te Awa Motel is Whanganui (WAG), which is 2.2 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Te Awa Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Te Awa Motel comes with a furnished lanai and some offer river and hill views.

Te Awa Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good lights for for reading, relatively quietly at night, comfortable bed, good sized shower. Will use this motel again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Claude

The motel was showing its age, although newer bathrooms. Not close to amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was very comfortable, very quiet with a busy road nearby. Very handy to the township and venue i visited during my stay. Place was clean and used towels changed daily. My dislikes was only the tobacco smoke permeating through my open door whilst enjoying the cool whanganui breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Amenities
All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

corrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Room was ok but smelled a little fusty. Poor cooking facilities. Location a way out of town, but ok if you have transport
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities in the unit were all ok. I did find it hard to contact the manager. He lost a customer who wanted to stay but the office was closed and there was no response from the manager. I did appreciate my 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, however stairs to the decking could have been repaired they weren’t so safe and four had no slip resistant like the others bit dangerous. The overall property was good however their service of house keeping was very lacking it looked like nothing cleaned just the beds made and not that well either. Crumbs on the floor not removed our entire stay from day one where friend accidentally spilt in first day of our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant units and environs, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

Te Awa Motel

Good Clean comfortable. I think that the owners must have thought of everything. As comfortable as some more expensive places.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Okay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights with our biys who are 6 and 8. Everything that we needed was there. Our room was serviced every day. There were DVDs that we could use to finish off a busy day. It is so close to town. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Great stay

Great stay at Awa Motel again. Friendly staff, bed was so comfy, room clean and tidy, powerful shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Adequate for a short stay in Whanganui

Although the motel is generally looking rather tired, we had everything we needed for our stay. The bed is comfortable, the shower is superb, but the couch is too soft and not good for your posture or comfort. With a little work, both inside and outside this motel could be great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Good value

It was ok for the price, a bit old but clean and presentable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the VERY few place we have visited that have really thought about the room and functionality. really nice place to stay, mostly sound proof walls, could barely hear the baby crying next door,comfy bed, more than usual in the way of appliances, heating/cooling and kitchen equipment. plus REAL milk and no little packets of soap/shampoo-seemed eco conscious. :) I would recommend fixed the steps up to the rooms as seems unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shower space having two rooms where i could put my toddler down! the whole place even watching dvds!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

We found the stairs going to the units unsafe. The stairs were warped, uneven and unstable🙁 The unit it self was very clean👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sudene

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

Motel Close to Local Sites

This was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic room. Staff were accomodating with late check in. Big sign out the front saying rooms $105 a night... We were charged $175. Seems we overpaid with our bargain check in?!?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Unit was nice an tidy. Outside need a bit of a dio up. An gardens need doing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Rechelle and Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

Great!

This was a perfect spot for our family! Unlimited fast wifi, free movies to rent, close to a huge awesome park!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019