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Riverview Motel

3.5 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Deluxe Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Garden Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Riverview Unit | View from room
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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14 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Two Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Garden Unit | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Family Garden Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Deluxe One Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe One Bedroom

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

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Riverview Unit | View from room

Riverview Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

One Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Located in Whanganui Central within a 5-minute walk of Queens Park, Riverview Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Moutoa Gardens. The 15 rooms at this 3.5-star motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Watt Fountain - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Virginia Lake - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stellar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riverview Motel

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Guests of Riverview Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Riverview Motel Wanganui
Riverview Wanganui
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Riverview Motel?

Riverview Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverview Motel?

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverview Motel on Nov 19, 2025 start from $75.49, 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's there to do close to Riverview Motel?

This motel is situated in Whanganui Central within a 10-minute walk of Sarjeant Gallery, Whanganui Museum, and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. You'll also find Durie Hill Elevator and Queens Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Riverview Motel?

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

Does Riverview Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Riverview Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Riverview Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Riverview Motel?

At this riverfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include kitchens and river views.

Are there hot tubs at Riverview Motel?

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

Does Riverview Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Riverview Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Riverview Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Riverview Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Riverview Motel?

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

How close is the airport from Riverview Motel?

The closest major airport to Riverview Motel is Whanganui (WAG), which is 3.8 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Riverview Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Riverview Motel.

Riverview Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 321 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kapene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with good amenities and just a short walk to many shopping and dining options, will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little bit dated. Some units are close to road but very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The unit doesn't have air conditioning or natural airflow to offset. Recommend offering a range of pillows instead of all flat, hard ones.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property was very comfortable for a one night stay I much appreciated the 8 ounce container of milk for morning coffee Location across the street from river walk is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased, shame about ignorant noisy neigbours , cant be helped I guess.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay was ok, convenient for the town and facilities.Bed a little soft for our comfort other than that a good stay. Local info spot on ang access to museum,gallery etc very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geogina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. And great spacious units.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Found it quite noisy all through the night lots of traffic passing through
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms in a great location. Easy check in and check out, friendly obliging staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, close to everything and good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dominko

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steve at the front desk makes this place. It's a little tired but he makes it all worth while.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff service was excellent, quick to offer suggestions and help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet place near the river. Room is clean and kitchen and tools are useful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
River walk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like the ramp from the bedroom to the kitchnette area - you expect a step in the middle of the night if getting up in the dark not a ramp :) Other than that it was clean and tidy and the front desk was very helpful on arrival
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

Third time in the past couple of years we have stayed here, it’s getting a little dated but perfectly adequate for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024