390 Victoria Avenue, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand
#3 of 17 hotels in Whanganui
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1466 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 25, 2024
Nadine
New ZealandSpiders! The rooms need bug-spray in the kitchen cupboard.
Close to town, comfortable, cosy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Robin
New ZealandNothing
Spa bath, but not used
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 23, 2024
Bruce
New ZealandEverything was fine
No breakfast available
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Peter
New ZealandExcellent for what we needed for our night.
The location was great, large studio, nice in room spa, dressing gowns a nice extra touch.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Julie
New ZealandCan not fault
Cleanliness, super comfy bed, amazing water pressure in shower,no road noise, very quiet Location, easy check in-check out, lovely hosts and staff, would highly recommend to absolutely stay here ….we will return 👌🏽
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Shanelle
New ZealandVery minor- Some of the bulbs in the room were the cool white which isn’t great when trying to get kids to wind down- way too bright and that blue-white harsh. But a relatively minor thing and managed to turn on a few that were warm white. No icetray in freezer for drinks. But again, minor, would def stay again.
King exec suite perfect for family with seperate bedroom that can close off- great if you’ve got kids needing to go to bed earlier. Sound proof, clean, excellent shower and amazing huge spa bath. Loads of extra pillows and blankets, and portacot for baby. Felt cosy and lush. Offered milk for free on arrival, quick easy check in. Balcony with outdoor seating. Plenty of parking.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Natasha
New ZealandNothing to comment on here.
Always love staying at Motor Lodge. I know the manager as we used to work together and he and his wife are absolutely lovely ❤️ Best place to stay in Whanganui!!!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Christina
New Zealandthere was nothing i didn't like about this place. there was some noise down the street but that was not to do with the lodge.
super clean, super friendly reception staff, and parking right outside the door. Bed was super comfy and just a generally really nice place to stay
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Kim
New ZealandThe beds were a bit too soft for my liking
Great location and very clean room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Sean
New ZealandNothing
Amazingly clean & well presented
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Litia
New ZealandNothing.
We love the big double spa, it was amazing. The beds are probably the best in most of the places I’ve stayed in.( And I travelled a lot) Tried to get the name of the maker of the mattress so I can purchase one, but unfortunately couldn’t find the label. The motel is right across from PAK & Save and next door to New World … both my favourite supermarkets.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Sheridan68
AustraliaNothing
Easy to check in. Great position.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Jayne
New ZealandNothing
It’s was upstairs, spacious and clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Debcol25
AustraliaI have stayed here about 3 times and am never disappointed. Well done Aotea!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Glenn
New ZealandIn general the room was very nice, clean, and about the level of luxury you'd expect that this price. The location was great - but the real star was the amazing spa bath! I would definitely stay again.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Kerin
New ZealandDidn’t know how to get the plug out of the bath but the very helpful cleaner showed us.
Upper level quiet room, extremely comfortable beds. Love the spa bath.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Stephen
New ZealandThe bed was comfortable, though on the softer side for our liking, but we do usually sleep on a firm bed.
The room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Montin99
United KingdomDouble bed was middle film with the single beds soft. All great. The spar bath was a double and brilliant. If you smoke then outside is good. We only stayed one night as we were passing through. But would have loved to stay longer. If we ever find ourselves in this area again then we will be staying here without a doubt. It’s much better than many hotels I’ve stayed at. Get yourself a deluxe room, you wont regret it. Whilst near to a main/busy road we hardly noticed the traffic. Also the curtains were very good and blocked out most of the light, even during the day. Best motor lodge ever.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Stacy
New ZealandThe spa bath being in the room was a little odd.
The room was OK. Comfortable beds.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Tj
New ZealandParking was a little tight for larger vehicles
Pleasantly surprised how quiet it was considering how close to city center we were staying
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Gregory
United KingdomFirst class accommodation with friendly helpful staff. The whirlpool bath for was amazing.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Raymond
AustraliaNothing.
Staff were friendly and helpful. The spa was great and the location was close to grocery shops.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Andrew
New ZealandThere was no breakfast provided!! But that was okay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Jennifer
AustraliaThat the room/motel didn't have a kitchen/anything to be able to cook a proper meal
Staff super friendly Room excellent and tidy, bed and pillows so comfy Definitely recommend staying here to anyone
Stayed in March 2024
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