Name: Hikurangi StayPlace
Address: 1 Mount View Road, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand, 1 Mount View Road, Manawatu, 4500, New Zealand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $26 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.0

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Guesthouse Hikurangi StayPlace

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1 Mount View Road, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand –

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December 27, 2016

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Great staff, easy check in, FREE LAUNDRY, excellent breakfast.

Amber, United States of America

Quiet and lots of beautiful trees, breakfast is free!!!! close to cbd, very affordable, awesome value for money

Maree, New Zealand

Formerly a prestigious Wanganui home Hikurangi was left by the family to the Anglican church in Whanganui. It was subsequently sold and today it is a 'Stay Place' for long term short term motel and back packer accommodation. We took a Deluxe Queen room with Ensuite and breakfast.

John, New Zealand

Good sized room and en suite, it has a games room and pleasant grounds. It could be really special. The breakfast room was clean and tidy and tables wiped after each use. This didn't happen in the communal areas. I love the chapel aspect and the concept of affordable accommodation is a wonderful one. Lovely to see free food available for use.Value for money as it includes breakfast but read the negatives!

Gillian, United Kingdom

Spacious, clean rooms. Very quiet and restful and within easy driving to downtown. Friendly manager and staff.

Catherine, New Zealand

The staff was very obliging. I requested an early check in and had no trouble with that. My room was a twin, but I was allowed to have it as private, since the accommodation was not totally booked out. The spacious bathrooms were kept very clean. For Christmas and boxing day, an English breakfast replaced the Continental one. Lounge areas were very spacious and comfortable. Also there was covered patio space. Free laundry facilities. Nicely landscaped garden.

Kathleen, United States of America

Great friendly host. Absolute value for money. Gladly recommend.

Devon, New Zealand

i stayed for one night i like the place quite and close to the main town and good value for money thanks a lot.

Jun, New Zealand

Historic building with a nice story, ask the owner. Free game room with pooltable and ping pong. Room and bathroom were clean. Very safe too, as fire safety is important here.

Laura, Netherlands

Breakfast started way too late .. 8.30.. Seemed disorganised....no hand towels ..not tv in Motel type rooms...noisy..can hear next room talking....really disappointed ...felt the man running it needed to retire...sorry

Lewis, New Zealand

8.5

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What guests loved the most:
“Great staff, easy check in, FREE LAUNDRY, excellent breakfast.”

Amber United States of America
“Quiet and lots of beautiful trees, breakfast is free!!!! close to cbd, very affordable, awesome value for money”

Maree New Zealand
“Formerly a prestigious Wanganui home Hikurangi was left by the family to the Anglican church in Whanganui. ”

John New Zealand
“Good sized room and en suite, it has a games room and pleasant grounds. It could be really special. The breakfast room was clean and tidy and tables wiped after each use. ”

Gillian United Kingdom
“Spacious, clean rooms. Very quiet and restful and within easy driving to downtown. Friendly manager and staff.”

Catherine New Zealand
“The staff was very obliging. I requested an early check in and had no trouble with that. My room was a twin, but I was allowed to have it as private, since the accommodation was not totally booked...”

Kathleen United States of America
“Great friendly host. Absolute value for money. Gladly recommend.”

Devon New Zealand
“i stayed for one night i like the place quite and close to the main town and good value for money thanks a lot.”

Jun New Zealand
“Historic building with a nice story, ask the owner. Free game room with pooltable and ping pong. Room and bathroom were clean. Very safe too, as fire safety is important here.”

Laura Netherlands
“Breakfast started way too late .. 8.30.. Seemed disorganised....no hand towels ..not tv in Motel type rooms...noisy..can hear next room talking....really disappointed ...felt the man running it...”

Lewis New Zealand

Hikurangi StayPlace is conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from the Whanganui city center. The guest house is less than 2 minutes' walk from Kowhai Park along the Whanganui River.

All rooms are heated and offer views over the gardens or park. Towels and linen are included. Most rooms feature a private bathroom, and others include access to shared bathroom facilities. Complimentary continental breakfast is included for all room types.

Guests can enjoy complimentary use of the Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and games room. The guest house also has a communal kitchen, dining and lounge area. BBQ facilities are available, and there is a bicycle that guests can use for free.

Hikurangi StayPlace offers complimentary airport shuttles and free private parking on site.

Whanganui Regional Museum is 5 minutes' drive away and Whanganui Airport is a 10-minute drive from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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An Inside Look at Hikurangi StayPlace

Hikurangi StayPlace is tucked away on over two acres of lovely gardens and mature trees - enjoy the sights and sounds of many native birds. Experience our Wanganui accommodation in a very special setting. All our rates include a complimentary continental breakfast. We promise an affordable stay for all guests - you can count on the basic essentials in a cosy environment and that's what makes us different.

Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Restaurants & Markets

Red Lion Cafe/Bar
0.6 miles
Countdown Supermarket
1 miles
4 Square Supermarket
0.5 miles

Closest Airports

Palmerston North International Airport
40.1 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I really like the location. You can walk across the street and its a really beautiful walk along the park. Its also a really beautiful 20 minute walk along the ...”

Tanya

New Zealand

“Hikurangi is easy to find and close to town but still quiet and peaceful.The tariff is very reasonable and the host extremely obliging. We had to get to the air...”

Roger

New Zealand

7.5

“Space to meet with friends in areas other than your room. Lots of books to relax in”

Kevin

New Zealand

9.1

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House Rules Hikurangi StayPlace takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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prepayment

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

Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

Any additional adults are charged NZD 35 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Hikurangi StayPlace accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please inform Hikurangi StayPlace of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“Formerly a prestigious Wanganui home Hikurangi was left by the family to the Anglican church in Whanganui. It was subsequently sold and today it is a 'Stay Place' for long term short term motel and back packer accommodation. We took a Deluxe Queen room with Ensuite and breakfast. ”

John

“Good sized room and en suite, it has a games room and pleasant grounds. It could be really special. The breakfast room was clean and tidy and tables wiped after each use. This didn't happen in the communal areas. I love the chapel aspect and the concept of affordable accommodation is a wonderful one. Lovely to see free food available for use.Value for money as it includes breakfast but read the negatives!”

Gillian

United Kingdom

“The staff was very obliging. I requested an early check in and had no trouble with that. My room was a twin, but I was allowed to have it as private, since the accommodation was not totally booked out. The spacious bathrooms were kept very clean. For Christmas and boxing day, an English breakfast replaced the Continental one. Lounge areas were very spacious and comfortable. Also there was covered patio space. Free laundry facilities. Nicely landscaped garden.”

Kathleen

United States of America

“Historic building with a nice story, ask the owner. Free game room with pooltable and ping pong. Room and bathroom were clean. Very safe too, as fire safety is important here.”

Laura

Netherlands

“Breakfast started way too late .. 8.30.. Seemed disorganised....no hand towels ..not tv in Motel type rooms...noisy..can hear next room talking....really disappointed ...felt the man running it needed to retire...sorry”

Lewis

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Newest Reviews for Hikurangi StayPlace

Reviewed: December 16, 2018

Tanya
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
I really like the location. You can walk across the street and its a really beautiful walk along the park. Its also a really beautiful 20 minute walk along the river into town. And if you walk up the hill and up Mt View Road, at the top there are fantastic views. the room is minimal but very clean and a good bargain for the price and the staff are really nice.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 16, 2018

Janet
New Zealand
7.9

“Relaxing quite and we will be back”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Queen Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nobody letting us know we needed to take our own towels and tea coffee sugar and milk
Bed was comfortable plus very peaceful close to town Breakfast was a nice added bonus

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 25, 2018

Bethne
New Zealand
5.4

“We felt that although the bed was comfy, the lack of TV in the room would not encourage us to return”
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Queen Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
There was no side table near bed to put glasses, watch or phone on. No TV in the room was a great disappointment. No rubbish bin in room.
The size of the room was good. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 15, 2018

Alison
United Kingdom
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds very uncomfortable. Room very small.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 14, 2018

Grace
New Zealand
4.6

“no only the location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
maybe the price but really I would pay a little bit extra for better condition
location really I thought where we were would be a quiet location as it was their was a dog some their that was disappointing to me I don t no weather I would go back only the soap was supply and no change of clean towels

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 13, 2018

Anonymous
Sweden
3.3

“OMG, do not go there. ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Uncleaned, old bedsheets. Spiderwebs in every corner in the bedroom. Be aware, it is a nursery home so not only hotel guests.
Nice host.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 13, 2018

Amber
United States of America
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There were some cobwebs with dead bugs and some giant, harmless, spiders in the room and laundry area.
Great staff, easy check in, FREE LAUNDRY, excellent breakfast.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 12, 2018

Rosemary
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Convenient. Well priced

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 15, 2018

James
United Kingdom
3.8

“Disappointing in view of previous reviews.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
As above.
Bedding not clean. Communal facilities not sure.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 8, 2018

Roger
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
7.5

“Hikurangi suited our purposes well and in similar circumstances we would happily stay there again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Queen Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Hikurangi is an ex rest home establishment so there are no frills. The rooms are basic and functional which is okay for the price. It would have been nice to be able to make a cup of tea or coffee though. Check-in seemed to take a long time.
Hikurangi is easy to find and close to town but still quiet and peaceful.The tariff is very reasonable and the host extremely obliging. We had to get to the airport early and he provided an early breakfast and took us out there. He also allowed us to leave our car until our return.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 18, 2018

Karooj
New Zealand
10

“Very nice stay especially if you are travelling on budget.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Well there is nothing special I can think off except that the vantilators in the room are without curtains and the early morning sunshine and bright light wakes everyone up really early.
Best customer service ... the manager dealing with us was so polite and nice. Thanks to him as it really makes a big difference. He accommodated our 3.5 years old child without extra charge. Plus the price is really good for room with ensuite bathroom, excellent showers and cherry on top free breakfast. What else you can ask for... excellent use of old building.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 8, 2018

Kevin
New Zealand
7.9

“Comfortable”
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Long corridors
Warm and comfortable. Games room. Breakfast.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: August 26, 2018

Julian
New Zealand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great value central clean

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 26, 2018

Kevin
New Zealand
9.2

“Cheap, clean, well located with warming and inclusive staff.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Space to meet with friends in areas other than your room. Lots of books to relax in

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 26, 2018

Tini
New Zealand
10

“Excellent, affordable and comfortable”
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The Property manager was hands on, courteous and approachable. He made our stay enjoyable and definately will be staying there again.

Stayed in July 2018

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	Deluxe Queen Room with Private Bathroom 1 queen bed	Show prices
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	Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Offering garden or park views, this modern room comes with a wardrobe and access to shared bathroom and toilet facilities. Complimentary continental breakfast is included. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Offering garden or park views, this modern room comes with a wardrobe and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Complimentary continental breakfast is included. Room Facilities: • Shower • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Carpeted • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This dormitory has 2 bunk beds and a shared bathroom and toilet. Complimentary continental breakfast is included. There is access to a communal kitchen, lounge, free WiFi, laundry, games room and off street parking. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Carpeted • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Economy Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Rooms are 11 square yards. Complimentary continental breakfast is included. Room Facilities: • Shower • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room with Private Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room has a single bed and private bathroom. All bedding and towels are provided. Guests are welcome to a complimentary continental breakfast. Room Facilities: • Shower • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible 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-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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