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A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a parking area, and a sign indicating a restaurant.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a kettle.

A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree with red leaves.

1. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

12.7 km from Mowhanau Beach

Jagdish

￥12,602

￥14,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, and a nightstand.

A bar with a Guinness tap, various bottles, and glasses hanging from the ceiling.

Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and brick walls.

2. The Rutland Arms Inn

13.3 km from Mowhanau Beach

Margaret

￥16,101

￥18,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a balcony with a view, and a wardrobe.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a double sink, and wooden cabinets.

A modern living area with a kitchen, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining table.

3. Aotea Motor Lodge

11.9 km from Mowhanau Beach

Kelly

￥13,451

￥15,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

A building with a covered outdoor area featuring a row of tables and chairs, a staircase, and a parking lot.

A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor area with plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a shower area, and a view of the outside.

4. 151 on London Motel

11.6 km from Mowhanau Beach

Anonymous traveler

￥12,327

￥14,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A gas station with a red canopy and a satellite dish.

A motel with multiple units, each featuring a red roof and white walls.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a red countertop, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

12.7 km from Mowhanau Beach

Amanda

￥11,735

￥13,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a painting on the wall.

A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

6. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

12.7 km from Mowhanau Beach

Wayne

￥6,482

￥7,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a wooden spice rack with snacks, and a window with blinds.

A room with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a TV on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

7. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

12.5 km from Mowhanau Beach

Patu

￥13,294

￥15,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a radiator. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

A building with a white facade, a brown tiled roof, and a paved entrance area with potted plants.

8. Riverside Motel

12.8 km from Mowhanau Beach

Gavin

￥10,019

￥11,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A white building with a balcony, surrounded by red and white flowers.

A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a kettle, and a decorative shelf with glassware.

9. Te Awa Motel

13.7 km from Mowhanau Beach

Andrew

￥11,309

￥13,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

A pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by a glass fence, and steps leading down to the pool.

A modern kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and a painting on the wall.

10. The Avenue Hotel

11.9 km from Mowhanau Beach

Henry

￥11,004

￥12,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

A hallway with a wooden table, a vase of flowers, and a red table runner.

A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.

11. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

12.7 km from Mowhanau Beach

Mickey

￥7,271

￥8,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a view of a lake through large windows.

A residential street with a gated entrance, houses, and a clear sky.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a small wicker coffee table, a television on a stand, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. Riverview Motel

13 km from Mowhanau Beach

Charleen

￥10,734

￥12,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting.

A two-story BURWOOD MOTEL with a red roof, a visible office, and a sign indicating it has 21-40 units.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.

13. Burwood Manor Motel

12.3 km from Mowhanau Beach

Vaughan

￥13,953

￥16,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a red car parked in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a wall with a welcome sign.

14. Kings Court Motel

12.4 km from Mowhanau Beach

Jane

￥15,043

￥17,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a metal fence and a grassy area. There are two white buildings with blue trim in the background.

A sign welcoming visitors to Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park.

A small, single-story building with a blue door and the number 10 on the front.

15. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

8 km from Mowhanau Beach

Margaret

￥9,751

￥11,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small bedside table, a mirror, and a television.

A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A motel with a green roof, a parking lot, and a row of rooms.

16. Astral Motel

12.6 km from Mowhanau Beach

Shirleen

￥11,466

￥13,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a view of a lake, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining table with a book and remote control.

An aerial view of a riverside village with houses, a swimming pool, and a small park.

17. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

15.4 km from Mowhanau Beach

Loreen

￥11,511

￥13,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a leather sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

A bathroom with a bathtub, tiled walls, and a wooden door.

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table, and a wooden headboard.

A furnished living room with a dining table, chairs, a red leather sofa, a large window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. The grand Inn

12.9 km from Mowhanau Beach

Stacey

￥6,770

￥7,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Mowhanau Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 235 reviews	View
The Rutland Arms Inn	9.2 Wonderful 338 reviews	View
Aotea Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 441 reviews	View
151 on London Motel	9.0 Wonderful 526 reviews	View
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui	9.0 Wonderful 287 reviews	View

Top Mowhanau Beach Hotel Reviews

151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and value"

Relax in the Wanganui Dunes

10/10 Excellent

"Really enjoyed our stay. Awesome view from the lounge looking out to the ocean.Spa was tops.Clean and tidy inside and out.Easy to communicate with host.Would highly recommend this property."

The Avenue Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, comfortable bed"

Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent

"very convenient lovely retro charm"

Tiny living, Big escape!

10/10 Excellent

"It was a lovely stay! We didn’t quite know what to expect but we’re stoked upon our arrival!"

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

10/10 Excellent

"Really interesting house. Warm, light and snug."

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"

Cosy guest sleep out with sauna on dairy farm

10/10 Excellent

"Delightful cottage and one very delightful cat host! Greeted by said cat and an equally delightful elderly Golden Retriever who was very, very pleased to show me the treat in his/her mouth.Lovely place to stay."

Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views

10/10 Excellent

"This place is 10/10 ! Excellent venue, primo views, very tidy, clean, well equipped. Such a nice place to watch the ocean in a warm and inviting setting!"

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Bason Botanic Gardens

8.8/10 (44 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bason Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Bushy Park Homestead & Forest

10.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bushy Park Homestead & Forest, a lovely green space in Kai Iwi. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Virginia Lake

9.4/10 (172 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Kowhai Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kowhai Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Ward Observatory

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Ward Observatory during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Whanganui Museum

9.0/10 (85 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mowhanau Beach?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Mowhanau Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its magnificent mountain views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Mowhanau Beach?

Located 5 mi (8 km) from Mowhanau Beach, Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options around the area include 151 on London Motel and Riverside Motel.

How many hotels are there near Mowhanau Beach?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mowhanau Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mowhanau Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Mowhanau Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mowhanau Beach?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Mowhanau Beach, head over to our customer service page.

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Our top choices for Mowhanau Beach hotels

1. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

2. The Rutland Arms Inn

3. Aotea Motor Lodge

4. 151 on London Motel

5. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

6. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

7. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

8. Riverside Motel

9. Te Awa Motel

10. The Avenue Hotel

11. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

12. Riverview Motel

13. Burwood Manor Motel

14. Kings Court Motel

15. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

16. Astral Motel

17. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

18. The grand Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Mowhanau Beach

Top Mowhanau Beach Hotel Reviews

151 on London Motel

Relax in the Wanganui Dunes

The Avenue Hotel

Riverside Motel

Tiny living, Big escape!

'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Cosy guest sleep out with sauna on dairy farm

Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views

Other attractions near Mowhanau Beach

Bason Botanic Gardens

Bushy Park Homestead & Forest

Virginia Lake

Kowhai Park

Ward Observatory

Whanganui Museum

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