Riverview Motel, with its serene riverside setting, offers a peaceful retreat. Connect to WiFi and enjoy the garden's tranquility or get assistance from the helpful multilingual staff for your next adventure.
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Watt Fountain - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Ward Observatory - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - 9 min walk
Thai House Express 2 - 10 min walk
Burger Fuel Wanganui - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Red Lion Inn - 17 min walk
About this property
Riverview Motel
Riverview Motel is a great choice for a stay in Whanganui. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 13.50 to 13.50 per person
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Riverview Motel Wanganui
Riverview Wanganui
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel
Riverview Motel Whanganui
Riverview Motel Motel Whanganui
Frequently asked questions
Does Riverview Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riverview Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Riverview Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riverview Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverview Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Riverview Motel and nearby?
Riverview Motel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Riverview Motel like?
Riverview Motel is in Whanganui Central, a short 10-minute drive from Whanganui (WAG) and 8 minutes' walk from Whanganui Museum.
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Reviews
Riverview Motel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2026
Great room - terrific view of the river - lovely staff :-)
Dylan
Dylan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 January 2026
The girl on reception was very polite and helpful, the room although a bit dated was very clean and tidy with everything one could need. Thanks for a great stay.
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2025
the staff were excellent, room was great
todd
todd, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
28 November 2025
Beds were soft but great view!
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2025
Great property with good amenities and just a short walk to many shopping and dining options, will stay again.
kapene
kapene, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2025
The place was very roomy with comfortable bed such loely staff with room service daily .Nice view of river from the main bedroom .
chris
chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2025
Lovely clean room, close to everything and good staff.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Room was very clean and the staff so friendly.
Geogina
Geogina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 January 2025
Nice clean rooms in a great location. Easy check in and check out, friendly obliging staff.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
6 December 2024
Good motel near to city center.
Lovely place to stay, everything you need is there, we had a large comfortable room.
Would come again.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Lovely location. And great spacious units.
Alice
Alice, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 January 2025
Stay was ok, convenient for the town and facilities.Bed a little soft for our comfort other than that a good stay. Local info spot on ang access to museum,gallery etc very easy.
john
john, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 February 2025
This property was very comfortable for a one night stay
I much appreciated the 8 ounce container of milk for morning coffee
Location across the street from river walk is excellent
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2024
Clean, quiet and comfortable
Quick and easy check-in, upgraded to a larger room at no extra cost. Great local advice for sightseeing and dining. Would stay here again.
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 April 2024
Good location. Service was very well
Sasithorn
Sasithorn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Very excellent service provided from Steve.Recommend to all to stay here.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 May 2024
Friendly, helpful staff. Good layout, warm and tidy.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
the staff service was excellent, quick to offer suggestions and help
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 April 2025
A little bit dated. Some units are close to road but very clean. Would stay again.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2023
Highly recommend
Really handy for Whanganui sightseeing, very clean, friendly service
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 March 2024
Nicely appointed family unit, quiet.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Nice quiet place near the river. Room is clean and kitchen and tools are useful.
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2025
Friendly and helpful
Joseph
Joseph, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
6 November 2023
Nice and tidy
Moya
Moya, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
11 January 2024
We had the corner apartment with river views. Good value accommodation with a seperate double bedroom, comfortable twin beds in the living space (instead of a sofa bed), a lounge suite and kitchen. A little dated but perfectly fine for our needs.