14 Somme Parade, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand
#11 of 17 hotels in Whanganui
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1258 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 22, 2024
Larry
New ZealandFor us, there wasn't much that we didn't like. The only minor fault being that the instructions for the spa bath stated that the master power switch was located next to the bathroom towel rail, when in fact it was in a different location. (Maybe our bathroom differed from the standard location of this power switch, but it would have been helpful if the instructions were altered to reflect this specific situation.)
The unit was very clean with very comfortable beds. It also exceeded our expectation as it included a spa bath which we weren't expecting so that was a pleasant surprise! For us, the location close to the central city was ideal and the staff were friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Chris
New ZealandBusy road so road noise. Motel suited our requirements as we only needed a place to relax and sleep between/after family event
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Allan
New ZealandThere wasn't anything that we found unlikeable. As a item of possible improvement I would recommend and anti slip mat in the base of the shower box. The shower box has a metal floor which is naturally slippery when water gets on it. Only mention this because I am 71 and a fall would be very bad. Like I say, we coped with this and we have absolutely nothing to complain about
There are no real complaints. We wanted a room with a view and were upstairs above the office with a beautiful view of the Wanganui River across the road
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Paul
AustraliaNoise from the neighboring house. Bed was soft and sagging.
Reception staff was excellent in helping us with a change of room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Lorraine
New ZealandStairs were a problem Window in upstairs bedroom could only be open if it was very wide open. Needs some other sort of catch on it so it can be partly open, especially at night as it was very hot in upstairs bedroom. A handrail would be useful for stepping into the shower.
Lovely spacious unit.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Forrest
New ZealandOffice lady slightly unfriendly you could tell she was waiting for any reason to get upset .I was on Egg shells a bit.
Very Clean and tidy
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Helen
New ZealandOnly really minor things: the bed side lamp was quite bright and couldn't be dimmed. The shower tap was a little bit erratic in terms of temperature regulation. There was a frying pan but I couldn't find an electric element. There were no herbal teas nor decaffeinated coffee sachets (however there are cafes in close proximity.
The staff were pleasant, the parking was straight forward (one way system) and the grounds were well cared for. I got a good night's sleep (very little noise) the bed was comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Romala
New ZealandClean and tidy room, bathroom / shower was in a separate part of the room in its own area. Kitchen was also separate from the bedroom and bathroom, it was clean and had everything you needed for a short stay. Felt like staying in a little unit.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Heather
AustraliaFriendly staff, good location. Comfortable 😁
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Harker
New ZealandUnits are a bit tired
Close to Town
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Mark
New ZealandNothing
Basic but value for money. Pleasant staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Christine
New ZealandOutside of motel looking a little tired so photos not up to date, but other than that no problems. Friendly staff, and rooms fine.
Good location -walking distance into town, Right beside the river. Two bed room unit nice size
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Vicki
New ZealandGreat value for money. Attention to detail in all areas.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Lesley
New ZealandWiifi intermittent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Awatere-walker
New ZealandWe couldn't make the tv work.
Very handy location. Quiet room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Maree
AustraliaIt's quite dated, but still great value for money.
Very clean and great value
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Tina
New ZealandIt was extremely clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 10, 2024
Anne
New ZealandEasy walk into town lovely views over river
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 6, 2024
Bruce
New Zealandall good
all of it starting to show its age staff excellent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 21, 2024
Linda
New ZealandN/A
Unit was spotlessly clean, bed comfortable. Close to Saturday market and cafes
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Cheyenne
New ZealandHot muggy
Right by the river it was beautiful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Marion
New ZealandBeds too hard! We were charged $10 more than I had been quoted over the phone.
Staff obiging about change of room and left the key for us when running late. Room clean and good shower.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Fiona
New ZealandLocation was opposite the river and within walking distance of the city. The hotel was spotless and the bed very comfortable
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 12, 2024
Charles
United States of AmericaProbably start to update the facility over time.
Cleaner than expected and much more space.
Stayed in February 2024
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