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Aotea Motor Lodge - Direct
Manawatu- Wanganui · New Zealand
390 Victoria AvenueView location
9.2/10Excellent443 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/10 9.4
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort9.0/10 9.0
Condition9.0/10 9.0
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood9.0/10 9.0
Value8.6/10 8.6
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About Aotea Motor Lodge - Direct
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Ward Observatory - 1. 2 km / 0. 8 mi- Queens Park - 1. 3 km / 0. 8 mi- Watt Fountain - 1. 5 km / 0.
9 mi- Sarjeant Gallery - 1. 5 km / 1 mi- Whanganui Museum - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Moutoa Gardens - 1. 8 km / 1. 1 mi- Virginia Lake - 1. 9 km / 1. 2 mi- Wanganui Community Arts Centre - 1. 9 km / 1.
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2 mi- Durie Hill Elevator - 2 km / 1. 2 mi- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2. 1 km / 1. 3 mi- Memorial Tower - 2. 3 km / 1. 4 mi- Putiki Church - 3. 5 km / 2. 2 mi- Castlecliff Beach - 6.
9 km / 4. 3 mi- South Beach - 8. 1 km / 5 mi- Bason Botanic Gardens - 10. 2 km / 6. 3 mi. The preferred airport for Aotea Motor Lodge is Whanganui (WAG) - 6.
4 km / 4 mi A stay at Aotea Motor Lodge places you in the heart of Whanganui, within a 5-minute drive of Queens Park and Whanganui Museum. This luxury aparthotel is 0. 9 mi (1. 5 km) from Watt Fountain and 0. 9 mi (1.
5 km) from Virginia Lake.
A stay at Aotea Motor Lodge places you in the heart of Whanganui, within a 5-minute drive of Queens Park and Ward Observatory. This luxury aparthotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Whanganui Museum and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Virginia Lake.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
9:30 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Property uses a professional cleaning service
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- 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.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- Contactless check-out is available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open during the following times:
- Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
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Instructions
- 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
- 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 fire extinguisher and 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
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- 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.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Ward Observatory
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Queens Park
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Whanganui Museum
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Sarjeant Gallery
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Watt Fountain
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
New Zealand Glassworks
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Moutoa Gardens
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Wanganui Community Arts Centre
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Virginia Lake
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Whanganui River Markets
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
2 km / 1.3 mi
Durie Hill Elevator
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Kowhai Park
2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Durie Hill Memorial Tower
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Whanganui River
3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 28
- hotel
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Room serviceExtra charge
- Laundry service
- 24-hour securityExtra charge
- Terrace
- NewspapersExtra charge
- Luggage roomExtra charge
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- Clothes dryer
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Meeting room
- Business centre
- Non-smoking establishment
- CanoeingExtra charge
- Fitness
- Bowling alleyExtra charge
- Mini golfExtra charge
- Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Upon availability
Room types
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STUDIO DELUXE TWO BEDSSTUDIO • DELUXE TWO BEDSSTU.2B-DX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE TWO BEDS
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STUDIO DELUXE TWO BEDS
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE TWO BEDS
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Room code: STU.2B-DX
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SUITE DELUXE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • DELUXE ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-DX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE ONE BEDROOM
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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Room code: SUI.B1-DX
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SUITE EXECUTIVE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • EXECUTIVE ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-EJ
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
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- EXECUTIVE ONE BEDROOM
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Room overview
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- EXECUTIVE ONE BEDROOM
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.B1-EJ
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STUDIO DELUXESTUDIO • DELUXESTU.DX
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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Room overview
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.DX
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STUDIO EXECUTIVESTUDIO • EXECUTIVESTU.EJ
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- EXECUTIVE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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STUDIO EXECUTIVE
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- EXECUTIVE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.EJ
Limited room details from hotel
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Aotea Motor Lodge - Direct
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Jennifer
Nice room. Enjoyed the spa bath. Room was ground level and rather dark.
Karen
Great stay
Ricky
Accommodation and customer service was excellent. The information and photos describe this lodge perfectly. The room was very clean and beds perfectly made and bed linen perfect something that is difficult to find in Whanganui. I had a seperate room and my mother had the main room, was really good for privacy. Highly recommend Aotea Lodge handy location to shops and city centre. I will be booking in again next time I am in town. Thanks Aotea.
Amanda
Location was good. Definitely needs upgrading. Toilet kept running. Bodum coffee maker supplied but not enough coffee to make even one cup. We would not choose to stay here again.
Kim
Clean tidy room but needs updating
Jason Alfredo
Motel was very central to all amenities and within walking distance, room was very clean and parking was abundant
Manuel
Spa pool in the room was a great way to emd the day.
David
Clean and tidy
Anthony
Good size rooms and comfortable beds. Clean and tidy and shops close and handy
Shirley
Nice quiet room Bed was very comfortable.
Emma
Lovely clean room and the spa bath is as amazing
Rosaria
Our room was at the back of the property and was spacious and quiet with undercover parking. We used the guest laundry and only paid a small amount for the dryer. . Would choose to stay here again. Fast food places are a short walk and nicer restaurants a short drive.
John
Great location, clean room, great staff
David
The lights were very poor making the room very dark. When showing, discovered the soap dispenser didn’t work.
Jim
It was all fine
Stephen
Friendly and courteous staff. Room well maintained. Very good and clean bathroom.
Dave
Lovely room, very nice spa bath. One light in the lounge wasn't working when we arrived but the bulb was replaced quickly. We also noticed the neon strip light above the bathroom mirror needed replacing but that didn't worry us and we simply reported it when we left
Andrew
Clean and spacious room with nice balcony. Staff friendly. Comfortable bed and good facilities. A little dated and furniture certainly needs updating.
Susan
Staff are nice people and the room was clean
Christine
Nice clean rooms, comfortable beds, very roomy and friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
Anne
Noisy, domestic violence going on for over an hour above our room. Nobody at desk
Lisa
Clean
Barbara
Room was spotless
Staff very helpful
Staff very helpful
John
Clean room ,great staff
Wayne
Convenient last minute stop. Room was spacious, clean and quiet. All the amenities were there.
Tanya
Very welcoming hosts, amazingly comfortable bed, no noise from other rooms. Fabulous stay overall.
Randal
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.
Angela
Absolutely fantastic staff, friendly and willing to help.
Our room was spotless and staff that cleaned it went above and beyond, we will definitely be staying there again.
Our room was spotless and staff that cleaned it went above and beyond, we will definitely be staying there again.
Lily
Great stay, the bath was awesome! Nice, clean, everything you need. Friendly staff. Opposite the supermarket was a bonus. Would stay again
emmanuel
good place to stay
Lisa
Was a good location bed was just way too soft and the extraction fan kept flapping outside with the wind
Michael
Bit of a mix up with the booking but quickly sorted by helpful staff
Judy
Good location, helpful staff, room service great
T K
Clean tidy room with comfortable beds and good facilities.
Vanessa
Close to amenities
Tim
Good location and close to everything once would need
Montell
Service and check in was quick and simple. Nice area and everything needed or wanted in walking distance. Great people
Amber
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!
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!
Tracy
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.
Cassandre
Very average, but free parking space.
Lawrence
The friendliness and welcoming on arrival and the overall experience
Victoria
Everything was fantastic thank you 🙏
Marianne
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.
Victoria
Absolutely amazing
Debbie
Very clean and quite. Beautifully set out rooms and the double spa is great.
Kim
We arrived early (12:00pm) on the off chance that our room might be ready. It was no big deal that it wasn’t but we didn’t need to hear over and over that checkin is 2pm.
We had booked a premier room and couldn’t believe the traffic noise plus the street cleaner at 6:45am.
I think the Premier rooms should be away from the street. I have stayed previously in different rooms and there was no issue with street noise. My side of the bed had a small table next to it. There was no lamp and no power points which is a bit unusual these days with all the tech people have.
There was a heat pump which despite its name, is an air con unit so you should be able to use it on the cool setting but there was a sign saying it is set to heat and do not change it.
The motels look lovely from the street and the interior is modern - it is just missing some things that could improve the stay significantly especially if it’s a hot day / night.
Another thing to note, the spa bath was actually in the bedroom - not the bathroom.
We had booked a premier room and couldn’t believe the traffic noise plus the street cleaner at 6:45am.
I think the Premier rooms should be away from the street. I have stayed previously in different rooms and there was no issue with street noise. My side of the bed had a small table next to it. There was no lamp and no power points which is a bit unusual these days with all the tech people have.
There was a heat pump which despite its name, is an air con unit so you should be able to use it on the cool setting but there was a sign saying it is set to heat and do not change it.
The motels look lovely from the street and the interior is modern - it is just missing some things that could improve the stay significantly especially if it’s a hot day / night.
Another thing to note, the spa bath was actually in the bedroom - not the bathroom.
Lee
Great units with spa facilities.
Helen
Easy check in, lovely quiet place to stay, staff friendly. Clean and tidy, would recommended.
Rhonda
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Melanie
Very well looked after. Clean, tidy and comfortable. Having Sky TV was great.
Bipendra
Clean and good option of condiments.
Kate
Lovely service, clean facilities, handy to town, ver comfortable.
Steven
Good motel
kristi-Lea
Was nice. The cleaners were lovley
Ron
Loved our stay, thank you for being so helpful
Verified traveler
Nice place to stay
Lovely motel in convenient location. The rooms were clean and spacious. I would definitely recommend.
trevor
Thumbs up, Aotea Motor Lodge
Lovely big room and super comfortable with good parking and handy to shopping.
Michael
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.
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.
Bryce
Managers were very accomodating, really appreciate them going the extra mile! Well presented and quiet. Would definitely stay there again.
Jenny
Laundry was terrific. Unit clean and quiet although “traditional” layout. Handy to Tricia’s take away.
John
Friendly check in. Great room had everything we needed. Great spa in room and comfy bed.
Raewyn
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.
Jane
Lovely rooms, very good beds and very spacious. Good guest laundry
Tanya
Always very accommodating 😁
Rebecca
Nothing particularly unique but went the extra mile to support us at a tough time.
Louise
Fantastic stay. Lovely and quiet even though this is Wanganui s main street. Lovely hosts and easy parking.
Mike
Great property, clean and friendly
Grant
Excellent place to stay. We have stayed here a couple of times and will definitely stay again. The rooms are well equipped and the staff were helpful and friendly.
Neville
Central with good access
Nigel
Super clean and staff were very friendly
Tim
Clean, close to everything
John
The hosts went out of their way to help out. Allowed us to check in two hours early. Helped with directions and suggestions.
Brendan
Only 1 slight negative. No bedside lights.
Lisah
The room was very clean and tidy. Close to all grocery shops.
Kirsty
Great place for a weekend getaway.
Loved our room, a great place for a weekend getaway - spa, balcony and air conditioning were awesome. Handy to the Supermarket and other convenience shops.
Owners really helpful and accommodating.
Owners really helpful and accommodating.
Brendyn
A good central spot on the edge of the CBD. Very good sized room
Elizabeth
Great place to stay
Darren
Great experience really friendly staff
Sandi
The managers were very willing to solve any problems we had
Shaye
Always love our stays at Aotea. Best in whanganui
Belinda
Location was very good
kelvin
Good location with Supermarkets close. spacious for a motel
Joanna
Lovely friendly staff, comfortable beds, absolutely delightful spa bath.
Duncan
Great rooms, great bath
Charlotte
The team at Aotea Lodge always make us feel very welcome. We had an overnight delay and they were so kind and helpful. Everything about the unit is excellent - we are really happy to be back after 2.5 years!
Ross
A nice motel, located close to a brew pub, cafes, and grocery stores. The only drawback is that it's on a main road, which can be very noisy.
Christine
Comfortable room , parking very close
Michael
The property team were warm and welcoming from the time we arrived. Good location and a pleasure to walk around the city again.
Ra
Awesome
We had a great weekend.Very friendly hosts. Loved the spa bath.10 out of 10 👌😊
Phillippa
Comfortable and well-equipped room
David
Very clean and well presented.
Good facilities in the room.
Good facilities in the room.
Jeanine
Great place to stay
Verified traveler
Lovely staff, great room, spa bath awesome!
Verified traveler
Great location & very tidy rooms
Verified traveler
Good location but expensive for what it is. Rooms are definitely not soundproof, spa bath had dirt and hair in it, shower tiles outside the shower were covered in limescale, and check in wasn't very welcoming, check out about the same. Bed was comfy and the room was a decent size but at more than $200 a night there is better value for money around.
Verified traveler
Not clean enough shower
Verified traveler
Warm Place, Cold Welcoming
Room was spacious, clean and tidy.. Ive stayed here a few times.
Housekeeping staff are lovely,
The man at reception on the other hand was most certainly not - On my recent trip.
Not a smile, greeting or any welcoming manner at all - very cold.
Housekeeping staff are lovely,
The man at reception on the other hand was most certainly not - On my recent trip.
Not a smile, greeting or any welcoming manner at all - very cold.
Verified traveler
I would most definitely come back my stay was amazing snd the reception lady was so lovely.room was amazing!!
Verified traveler
A very nice motel, big room, big spa bath, handy to 3 supermarkets and 20 min walk to downtown for cafe/restaurants. We had a one night stay, only negative- a bit noisy.
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Aotea Motor Lodge - Direct
390 Victoria Avenue, Wanganui, New Zealand
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