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1. The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
2.0 star property
Erua
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (48 reviews)
"The best place for rest pre and post tongariro hiking!"
Australia
Maria Sol
The price is ļæ„4,782
ļæ„5,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers
BBQ/picnic area

2. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3.5 star property
Whanganui East
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (262 reviews)
"Ƌasy to find and settle into. Shared facilities easy to use. Staff very accommodating. The price is very reasonable. We are going to stay there each time we visit Wanganui. "
Australia
BRIAN
The price is ļæ„6,961
ļæ„8,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Exterior

3. Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
2.0 star property
Ohakune
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (98 reviews)
"Super easy to find, clean room, great food options around"
Australia
Nicole
The price is ļæ„8,198
ļæ„9,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Snowman Lodge
Reception

4. The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location and value for money stay. Staff were very helpful and on-site carpark is handy."
Australia
Victor
The price is ļæ„10,468
ļæ„12,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
Comfort Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Individually decorated, free WiFi

5. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (355 reviews)
"Stayed just for the night with family- was a comfortable stay. "
United States
Archana
The price is ļæ„13,407
ļæ„15,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Plateau Lodge
Front of property

6. The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Ohakune
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"Close to the supermarket, restaurants ,clean room."
Australia
Tian
The Hobbit Motorlodge
Cafe

7. LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
3.5 star property
Ohakune
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"Comfortable affordable family accommodation. Great for a family of 5"
Australia
Matt
The price is ļæ„10,981
ļæ„12,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
LKNZ Lodge & Cafe
Front of property

8. Mountain Heights Lodge

Mountain Heights Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"The continental breakfast of an assortment of cereal, toast and spreads, fruit, yoghurt and drinks was amazing."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ļæ„13,351
ļæ„15,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Mountain Heights Lodge
Reception

9. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Castlecliff
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Great weekend good place to stay"
Australia
Margaret
The price is ļæ„10,053
ļæ„11,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
Riverview Unit | View from room

10. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (339 reviews)
"A beautifully located and comfortable motel to stay, with friendly and helpful staff, itā€™s a place worth returning to."
Australia
Brendan
The price is ļæ„11,423
ļæ„13,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Riverview Motel
Exterior

11. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
4.5 star property
College Estate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
"The room was clean and very comfortable, plenty of room for the two of us, great to have the aircon as was a bit warm when we got there. Great stay."
Australia
Tracey
The price is ļæ„13,565
ļæ„15,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
151 on London Motel
Superior Twin Room, Accessible | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

12. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
2.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (357 reviews)
"Very nice motel Staff were friendly"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ļæ„13,388
ļæ„15,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Burwood Manor Motel
Interior

13. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
4.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (331 reviews)
"Very cute historic property that has been nicely updated. Centrally located to lots of fun restaurants."
United States
Cynthia
The price is ļæ„14,850
ļæ„17,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
The Rutland Arms Inn
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bedroom) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

14. Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (365 reviews)
"Nice and roomy, quiet and had everything I needed."
Australia
Marie
The price is ļæ„10,329
ļæ„11,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Riverside Motel
Executive Apartment, Patio, Garden View | Living area | TV

15. Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Nice centrally located motel. Plenty of room for our family. Loved being able to walk to restaurants and supermarkets. We had a great stay."
Australia
Kirsten
The price is ļæ„15,529
ļæ„17,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Kings Court Motel
View from property

16. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
3.0 star property
Whanganui Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (352 reviews)
"Our stay was for only one night. The unit was clean and tidy (an older property but reasonably well maintained). Parking was right outside the door, so very convenient. Bed was very"
Australia
Christine
The price is ļæ„11,040
ļæ„12,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Astral Motel
Lobby lounge

17. Pipers Lodge

Pipers Lodge
3.0 star property
National Park Village
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (142 reviews)
"Staff good but rooms and facilities a bit dilapidated. breakfast appreciated "
Australia
Sarah
The price is ļæ„13,882
ļæ„15,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Pipers Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

18. Snowhaven

Snowhaven
3.0 star property
Ohakune
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Budget motel room for sure. Hard bed, hot water was tepid at best. Tight parking."
Australia
Colin
The price is ļæ„11,773
ļæ„13,780 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Snowhaven
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Whanganui Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (232 reviews)
"Excellent stay, nice clean room with great access to the sites we wanted to see. Would highly recommend the stay here. "
United States
Ken
The price is ļæ„13,400
ļæ„15,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge
Exterior

20. Central Park Motor Inn

Central Park Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Taumarunui
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (49 reviews)
"Will stay again, clean unit and friendly staff. "
Australia
Craig
The price is ļæ„15,509
ļæ„19,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Central Park Motor Inn
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Top Whanganui National Park Hotel Reviews

The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

8/10 Good
"Gr was t room for the price. Just wahat we needed for a night stay."
Charmaine 1-night trip
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The Avenue Hotel

More cheap stays in Whanganui National Park

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

9 Erua Rd Erua Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is ļæ„4,782 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
ļæ„4,782
ļæ„5,570 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Whanganui National Park?
The Park Hotel Ruapehu, located 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from the heart of Whanganui National Park, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Mountain Heights Lodge and The Avenue Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Whanganui National Park.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Whanganui National Park?
Mountain House located in central Ohakune: This vacation home near Whanganui National Park is located in the mountains and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a private yard and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Whanganui National Park.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whanganui National Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Whanganui National Park.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Whanganui National Park?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Whanganui National Park, head over to our customer service page.
Where is the best hotel to stay with easy access to Bridge to Nowhere?
1900's Villa on the Forgotten World Highway is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and private decks. You'll find it 17.4 mi (28 km) from Bridge to Nowhere. Another good choice is Snowy Waters Lodge, located 14.7 mi (23.6 km) away.
What about the best place to stay near Whanganui National Park?
One of the top choices for your stay is 1900's Villa on the Forgotten World Highway, located 14.9 mi (24 km) from Whanganui National Park, and this B&B offers free breakfast and private decks. Snowy Waters Lodge, located 17.3 mi (27.9 km) away, is another good option for your stay.
What is the best accommodation for staying close to Whanganui Airport (WAG)?
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui is a popular 4-star property featuring free WiFi and free parking. It's located a short 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Whanganui Airport. Other places to stay within close proximity to the airport include Bignell Street Motel and Fiesta Court Motel.
What is staying in Whanganui National Park like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Whanganui National Park has to offer including its parks. There are 216 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Whanganui National Park.
What are the top places to visit in Whanganui National Park?
A couple of favorite places to visit are Bridge to Nowhere and Whanganui National Park. You'll also find Raetihi Show Ground and Matemateaonga Track Trailhead in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Whanganui National Park guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Whanganui National Park?
The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 45Ā°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 31Ā°F. The rainiest months in Whanganui National Park are September, October, July, and May, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.