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The Signal Box

3.5 star property
Riverwalk apartment with kitchenette and furnished patio

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2312 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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70 Papaiti Rd, Papaiti, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4584
  • Whanganui Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

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Sundeck

Superior Double or Twin Room, Kitchenette, River View

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Queens Park - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Virginia Lake - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caroline's Boatshed Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Signal Box

Riverwalk apartment with kitchenette and furnished patio
Guests staying at this apartment enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. This smoke-free apartment building also has barbecue grills.
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.

Languages

English

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets

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

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
  • 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.
  • 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.

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 Riverboat Centre and Museum, Whanganui Museum, and Durie Hill Elevator. You'll also find Queens Park and Sarjeant Gallery within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Signal Box?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront apartment include a kitchenette and Egyptian cotton sheets in each apartment with some featuring river views.

Does The Signal Box have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Signal Box?

Yes, every apartment at The Signal Box comes with a furnished patio with some featuring 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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Phil, Sydney

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