Name: Aotea Motor Lodge
Address: 390 Victoria Avenue, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand, 390 Victoria Avenue, Manawatu, 4500, New Zealand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $107 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

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Motel Aotea Motor Lodge

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Yes, the bed was like a cloud and the linen was top class.

Frances, New Zealand

Large room. Great layout. Very comfortable. Plenty of food options as located on main street.

Paul, Ireland

Very friendly and professional staff. Very comfortable and quiet room. Access to a full gym. On site laundry facility.

John, United States of America

The room looked lovely, the bed however was uncomfortable, the other armchairs were comfortable. The location was great. The other facilities like the fridge, crockery and cutlery etc was great as well. Luxurious spa bath and bathroom.

Kathie, New Zealand

Excellent room; very comfortable bed; useful location and quiet

Dave, New Zealand

Jacuzzi spa was great. Two of the floor jets needed to be screwed back in place. Functioned perfectly. Felt great after a 12 hour flight and an 8 hour bus ride.

Leo, United States of America

Bed was excellent & spa bath relaxing. The room with balcony was quiet and very clean & comfortable. Reception staff was fabulous.

Malcolm, New Zealand

Clean and location was good. Also conveniently located near all the supermarkets.

`kim, New Zealand

Close to town and supermarket, good size for 1 night.

Peter, New Zealand

Excellent customer service, very clean with excellent amenities. I forgot my razor and was delighted to discover there was a razor provided for, thanks!

Tim, New Zealand

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What guests loved the most:
“Yes, the bed was like a cloud and the linen was top class.”

Frances New Zealand
“Large room. Great layout. Very comfortable. Plenty of food options as located on main street.”

Paul Ireland
“Very friendly and professional staff. Very comfortable and quiet room. Access to a full gym. On site laundry facility.”

John United States of America
“The room looked lovely, the bed however was uncomfortable, the other armchairs were comfortable. The location was great. ”

Kathie New Zealand
“Excellent room; very comfortable bed; useful location and quiet”

Dave New Zealand
“Jacuzzi spa was great. Two of the floor jets needed to be screwed back in place. Functioned perfectly. Felt great after a 12 hour flight and an 8 hour bus ride.”

Leo United States of America
“Bed was excellent & spa bath relaxing. The room with balcony was quiet and very clean & comfortable. Reception staff was fabulous.”

Malcolm New Zealand
“Clean and location was good. Also conveniently located near all the supermarkets.”

`kim New Zealand
“Close to town and supermarket, good size for 1 night.”

Peter New Zealand
“Excellent customer service, very clean with excellent amenities. I forgot my razor and was delighted to discover there was a razor provided for, thanks!”

Tim New Zealand

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One of our top picks in Whanganui.Ideally located on Whanganui’s main street, Aotea Motor Lodge offers free WiFi and free wired broadband internet access. Double spa baths are provided in every unit.

This 5-star boutique motel features 28 apartments, from studios to 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units. All are serviced by housekeeping daily. Car parking is right next to your room. Guests enjoy access to the Club Fitness Gym.

Room service and charge back facilities are available from the restaurant located opposite Aotea Motor Lodge. Packed lunches can be provided and menus are available in all rooms.

Aotea Motor Lodge Wanganui is just 10 minutes’ drive from the north/south motorways. It is only 5 minutes’ walk to the restaurants, shops, supermarkets and entertainment in Whanganui city center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This motel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free private parking available at the motel

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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Parnells Cafe Cafe/Bar
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Virginia Lake Lake
0.6 miles
Castlecliff Beach Ocean/Sea
3.1 miles
Whanganui River
0.3 miles

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Palmerston North International Airport
41 miles

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What Travelers Love About This Location

“Central location and large room”

Alistair

New Zealand

9.5

“Excellent Location, very good size with plenty of room”

Jeffrey

New Zealand

“Very comfortable bed and pillows! Great location.”

Matt

New Zealand

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2:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Aotea Motor Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Guests arriving after 21:30 hours must contact the hotel prior to their arrival to arrange for an after hours check-in.

“The room looked lovely, the bed however was uncomfortable, the other armchairs were comfortable. The location was great. The other facilities like the fridge, crockery and cutlery etc was great as well. Luxurious spa bath and bathroom.”

Kathie

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Reviewed: June 15, 2019

Ethel
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Executive One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 10, 2019

Mrandmrsbeast
New Zealand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Clean room beautifully presented. Nice and toasty. Prefect for two of us and the staff were SO lovely, personable and welcoming. Definitely recommend

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 8, 2019

Kath
New Zealand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Awesome spa. Nice friendly stuff!!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: June 8, 2019

Selina
New Zealand
10

“Would stay again!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The TV channel selection was poor - no SKY TV even though it was advertised as having it.
The double spa bath in the lounge was amazing! Definitely a treat! Bed was comfy too!

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 7, 2019

Eugene
New Zealand
10

“Very relaxing, a great place to come back to after a hard days work.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We didn’t like leaving, that’s all!
The lovely spa bath is the very reason we ALWAYS stay here!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 28, 2019

Vi
New Zealand
10

“Excellent accommodation and service”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Twin Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Excellent location got a free upgrade. Beautifully decorated and good quality fixtures. I would definitely stay again

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 27, 2019

Campbell
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Excellent

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 27, 2019

Anna
New Zealand
10

“We would happily stay with you again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lighting was good but a small bedside lamp would have been good for softer lighting.
Very comfortable bed... room size was excellent.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 25, 2019

Gordon
New Zealand
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Great location Great Spa Verry Comfortable bed

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 23, 2019

Andrew
New Zealand
10

“Fantastic and would stay again in a heart beat”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Better sky channels would be a bonus but not necessity
The staff were friendly and comforting. Also the beds are great which you wouldn't normally get in a motel :)

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 18, 2019

Frances
New Zealand
Age group: 65+
10

“Wonderful.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The double spa bath had a feature that didn't work. It was still very nice.
Yes, the bed was like a cloud and the linen was top class.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 16, 2019

JoAverage
New Zealand
Age group: 45 – 54
9.6

“I will stay again when travelling for work. Good bar & meals across the road too.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Light switches were a bit inconveniently placed, but not really a problem.
Great room, very quiet. Comfy bed & pillows. Clean. Friendly host, he had put the heat pump on to warm the room up, very nice touch.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 16, 2019

Te
New Zealand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only fault the toilet was slow at flushing . . . Like it was partially blocked

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Kui
New Zealand
9.6

“Definitely coming back soon.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Maybe get some speakers so we can play music 😊
We thoroughly enjoyed EVERYTHING about the motel definitely recommend it. We will definitely be back.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 6, 2019

Tahiti
New Zealand
9.6

“Anazing”
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The spa
The spa and the room it self was amazing

Stayed in May 2019

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	Deluxe Studio 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Luxurious modern unit with double spa bath, separate shower and 46-inch LCD TV. Includes free Wi-Fi and free wired broadband internet access. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive One-Bedroom Suite 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Spacious unit with private furnished balcony, modern furnishings, double luxurious spa bath and 46-inch LCD TV with DVD player. Includes free Wi-Fi and free wired broadband internet access. Apartment Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Studio 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Luxury studio with modern decor, double spa bath, separate shower and private balcony with outdoor furniture. Includes free Wi-Fi and free wired broadband internet access. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Twin Studio 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Studio unit with double spa bath, separate shower and 46-inch LCD TV with DVD player. Includes free Wi-Fi and free wired broadband internet access. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This spacious suite features a kitchenette and a private bathroom with a spa bath. The lounge area has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. This room has no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Special Offer - Deluxe Studio 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This luxurious modern studio comes with a double spa bath, separate shower and a 46-inch LCD TV. Includes free Wi-Fi, free wired broadband internet access and breakfast. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Shower • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Hot tub • Iron • Kitchenette • Bathrobe • Spa tub • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Heating • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Toaster Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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