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The Signal Box

3.5 star property

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Kitchenette, River View | Balcony
Superior Double or Twin Room, Kitchenette, River View | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels
Superior Double or Twin Room, Kitchenette, River View | Living area
Garden
Sundeck

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2312 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • River view

Explore the area

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70 Papaiti Rd, Papaiti, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4584
  • Place, Moutoa Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Located in Papaiti, this apartment is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. The 3.5-star apartment includes a kitchenette, a furnished patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Moutoa Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Watt Fountain - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caroline's Boatshed Bar & Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Signal Box

Guests staying at this apartment enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and barbecue grills. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. This smoke-free apartment building also has a garden.
The apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchenette and a furnished patio. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and the bathroom offers a rainfall showerhead and a hair dryer. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board. Housekeeping is not available.

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  • Free WiFi
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  • Housekeeping
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

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

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • On the riverwalk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 3 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Signal Box Apartment Whanganui
Signal Box Whanganui
The Signal Box Apartment
The Signal Box Whanganui
The Signal Box Apartment Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at this apartment?

This apartment offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Papaiti, close to Whanganui Museum, Watt Fountain, and Virginia Lake. You'll also find Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Kowhai Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Signal Box?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the apartment. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is The Signal Box good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront apartment include Egyptian cotton sheets and a rainfall showerhead in each apartment, and some feature river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Signal Box?

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

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Signal Box?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

How close is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Whanganui (WAG), which is 8 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Signal Box?

Yes, every apartment at The Signal Box comes with a furnished patio and some offer river views.

The Signal Box Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great modern quiet place to stay. Well setup with a view over the river, and only cows for neighbours. Thanks! Beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice boutique stay, unit well appointed and very comfortable. Lack of a TV ws a little odd. No service to room for three days was less than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the rural private quaint setting of this accomodation. Overlooking the river and beautiful outlook everything we needed and more to escape the city for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location on the river and very peaceful surroundings but close to town. Loved staying in a building with history.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property. Very tranquil setting. Hosts great, and informative if interesting things to do and go and see locally. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Awesome.

The setting is picturesque with nice garden and river views and the hosts very welcoming. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful. It was spotlessly clean, close to town and very comfortable. The room was also very tasteful and pretty. The bed was comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

James

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

Private and peaceful

Nice out of of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Private and peaceful

Great break away. Peaceful and Quiet. Perfect for a couple to go somewhere out of the hustle and bustle of life. Out of town, yet close enough to go for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Lovely accommodation

I had a lovely stay at the signal box. The bed was comfy, the bathroom was gorgeous and the shower nice and powerful. There were fresh flowers in the room and a bowl of fruit from the orchard. And of course, the amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, private, great outlook and very comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Signal Box is barely beyond the 100km speed sign on the West side of the Whanganui River, north of Whanganui itself....only 10/15 minutes from the city centre, it is is tranquilness personified, native birds abound, modern fitout of an historic railway signal box to make for a superb hideaway.....(NB. one thing: it only has microwave for cooking..but with the city itself - who cares), great shpwer btw, and plunger coffee was a bonus ...many thanks Renee and Aaron
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019