Te Awa Motel - Whanganui
-39.943334, 175.054009Overview
3-star motel overlooking Whanganui River with secluded cabin settings and panoramic views
Property Amenities
Te Awa Motel offers a hot tub for guest relaxation. The outdoor dining area includes tables and chairs for family meals. A private BBQ area is available for guests. Complimentary laundry facilities and express check-out are provided. Free private parking accommodates cars and larger vehicles. The property is pet-free and non-smoking.
Accommodations
All units are refurbished one-bedroom apartments with new bedding. Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and electric kettle. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are provided. Above the main motel, a secluded cabin offers panoramic views of the Whanganui River.
Location
Motel Te Awa is a 5-minute drive from the Whanganui town center. Nearby attractions include the Whanganui Riverboat Centre, the Ward Observatory, and Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. The motel is less than a 2-hour drive from the ski fields on Mount Ruapehu.
Family-Friendly Stays
The motel accepts special group event bookings such as stag and hen parties. The fully equipped apartments allow self-catering for families. The outdoor space with tables and chairs is suitable for family meals. The property is pet-free and non-smoking.
Recreation & Nearby Activities
Guests have access to a hot tub for relaxation. Te Awa is close to the Durie Hill steps, elevator, and tower for walking. The Whanganui River views from the property are a draw for nature lovers. The area offers easy access to the Whanganui Riverboat Centre and other cultural sites.
- Location: Overlooking Whanganui River, 5 min drive from town center, 2 hours from ski fields
- Rooms: Refurbished one-bedroom apartments, secluded cabin with panoramic views
- Amenities: Hot tub, private BBQ area, complimentary laundry
- Family: Special group event bookings, pet-free and non-smoking
- Ski Access: Less than 2-hour drive to Mount Ruapehu ski fields
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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With view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Outdoor dining area
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Cribs
Services
- Room service
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Children
- Cribs
Room view
- With view
Room features
- Heating
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Te Awa Motel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 86 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.0 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 2.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Wanganui, WAG |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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