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Aotea Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking

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Aotea Motor Lodge, in the city center, offers a convenient home base with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy mini golf on-site, handle laundry needs, and connect with in-room WiFi. Express check-out and luggage storage add practical touches to this comfortable aparthotel.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is ￥16,942
￥19,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Executive Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Whanganui, Aotea Motor Lodge is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queens Park and Virginia Lake, while Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights. Ward Observatory and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
4500, Whanganui, 390 Victoria Avenue

What's nearby

  • Queens Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Virginia Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious Bagels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Big Orange - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Aotea Motor Lodge

Luxury aparthotel in Whanganui with free parking
A business center, a meeting room, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out, and a banquet hall. Each apartment boasts a jetted tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a refrigerator and a microwave, while an LCD TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Aotea Motor Lodge offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Whanganui aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib: NZD 15 per stay

Kitchenette

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Work spaces

  • Business center
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets 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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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)
  • Security system

General

  • 2 floors
  • 28 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Connecting units available
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 8:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Safety features at this property include a security system
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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aotea Motor
Aotea Motor Lodge
Aotea Motor Lodge Wanganui
Aotea Motor Wanganui
Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui
Aotea Motor Whanganui
Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui
Aotea Motor Lodge Aparthotel
Aotea Motor Lodge Aparthotel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is Aotea Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotea Motor Lodge?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotea Motor Lodge on Feb 1, 2026 start from ￥16,942, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aotea Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Aotea Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Aotea Motor Lodge located?

Located in Whanganui Central, this luxury aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ward Observatory, Queens Park, and Whanganui Museum. Sarjeant Gallery and Watt Fountain are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Aotea Motor Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 412 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 412 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 412 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 412 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 412 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was spotless Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room ,great staff
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, helpful staff, room service great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, the bath was awesome! Nice, clean, everything you need. Friendly staff. Opposite the supermarket was a bonus. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and close to everything once would need
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Service and check in was quick and simple. Nice area and everything needed or wanted in walking distance. Great people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay for our family of 4. Accommodation was clean and inviting. Hosts were accomodating of our 2 cars and let us know where to park the 2nd car and explained well everything we needed to know. Bathroom & room itself was clean, infact first impressions were right, the entire property was clean and inviting. Will definitely stay here again next time we in Whanganui!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great units with spa facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and quite. Beautifully set out rooms and the double spa is great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check in, lovely quiet place to stay, staff friendly. Clean and tidy, would recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Lovely service, clean facilities, handy to town, ver comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient clean spacious units. Friendly staff. Due to the location being on a main road there was some traffic noise on Friday and Saturday night but not as much as I would have expected. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Thumbs up, Aotea Motor Lodge

Lovely big room and super comfortable with good parking and handy to shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was a bit of a challenge. We didn’t realise it closes at 7pm on a Friday night (website and Expedia both day reception open until 9:30pm). Property Manager made allowances and waited for us until 8:15om. Great spa, much larger than expected. Would stay again and make sure if arriving after 7pm we get in contact.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice place to stay

Lovely motel in convenient location. The rooms were clean and spacious. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely rooms, very good beds and very spacious. Good guest laundry
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Friendly check in. Great room had everything we needed. Great spa in room and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

kristi-Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was nice. The cleaners were lovley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Managers were very accomodating, really appreciate them going the extra mile! Well presented and quiet. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very well looked after. Clean, tidy and comfortable. Having Sky TV was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was so close to the supermarkets and short walking distance to the shops. Very friendly receptionists as well. If I am up your way again I will definitely stay with you again. Kind regards.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Laundry was terrific. Unit clean and quiet although “traditional” layout. Handy to Tricia’s take away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We liked the room, very clean, good size, well appointed. Our one complaint is the small beds. The rooms should have king beds. I can't imagine how two large people, we aren't, could have a comfortable night in those beds. The beds themselves were very comfortable. We travel alot and I think it is a Kiwi thing, My two cents worth.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Much nicer room than I was expecting. Management was very pleasant and accommodating. We will plan to stay here again the next time we're in Whanganui.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025