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Te Awa Motel

★★★★ 95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, NZ

8.1 guest rating· 463 reviews

About this hotel

River Views and Free Wi-Fi

Experience the beauty of the Whanganui River from your balcony at Te Awa Motel, while staying connected with our complimentary Wi-Fi.

Convenient Location for Exploring

Situated just minutes away from the town centre and a short drive to Jubilee Stadium, our motel is the perfect base for exploring Palmerston North and the nearby ski fields on Mount Ruapehu.

Comfortable Amenities and Free Parking

Relax in our heated apartments equipped with a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries. Enjoy a family meal in our outdoor space or take advantage of the free parking for your convenience.

Book your stay at Te Awa Motel now for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

Rooms & rates

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ((Q+Sofa))

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>Features a private balcony/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and local maps</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 36 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

This refurbished apartment offers flat-screen TV and access to a shared balcony with views of the Whanganui River. It has a microwave, a refrigerator, a toaster and an electric kettle. The bathroom has a hairdryer and free guest toiletries.

Two-Bedroom Cabin

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · Twin bed, 2× Bunk bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

This refurbished apartment features a private BBQ area, a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. It includes a modern bathroom with a shower.

Executive One-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

The suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This suite features a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Heating
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture

Location

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95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.1463 reviews

+ Super clean+ Friendly and helpful staff+ Good locationDiificulties with stairs for guests with mobility issuesSome reported issues with room size and facilities
Cleanliness7.9
Service8.4
Location8.4
Room Quality7.9
Amenities7.9
Value for Money8.2

Guest review

10.0

Everything was good

loretta · NZ · 2026-07-26

Great short trip away

10.0

Clean and comfortable..

The pillows were a little to soft.

Emma Capper · NZ · 2026-07-24

Guest review

8.0

This is an older style motel. It was comfortable and met our needs.

Tim · NZ · 2026-07-11

Good to know

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

No special conditions apply for groups.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 40 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 45 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.