Aotea Motor Lodge

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

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. Guests enjoy access to the Club Fitness Gym. 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 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Henderson
New Zealand New Zealand
“The staff were lovely and the facilities were very clean. Handy to the supermarket and town wasn't far away”
Monica
Australia Australia
“Convenience of the motel was good close to most things”
Rosine
New Zealand New Zealand
“room was awesome. spa bath was the best part the balcony was beautiful to sit at night time bed was way to soft and i ended up with a very sore back”
Graeme
New Zealand New Zealand
“dbl spa was unexpected and great. The range of TV channels were great”
James
New Zealand New Zealand
“Large comfortable room. Double spa bath was a luxury. Well run and modern.Surrounded by 3 supermarkets and numerous takaways offer unlimited eating options. Large bathroom and comfortable bed.”
James
Thailand Thailand
“Everything was great here staff, location, room all of it”
Petrus
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spacious, very clean, modern, comfortable and right in the centre of town. I would stay here again.”
Ojeda
Australia Australia
“The unit was spacious and well equipped. We had a huge bathroom with a double spa which was an amazing bonus after a long day driving. The room was clean and they weren't shy on provision ff towels or shampoos/etc which some places are.”
Stafford
New Zealand New Zealand
“We didn't have breakfast there as didn't have enough time but we absolutely enjoyed our stay!! The manager was really nice and the hotel itself was close to everything like new world, pak n save, takeaway places 😊”
Karleen
New Zealand New Zealand
“The spa bath in room with bed a step or 2 away and tv in site all very relaxing😁🥰 I'll be back😁👌”

Area info

Amenities of Aotea Motor Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms

House rules

Aotea Motor Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $117. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving after 21:30 hours must contact the hotel prior to their arrival to arrange for an after hours check-in. The property accepts only fully vaccinated guests.

All Guests are to meet ONE or more requirements to stay in this property:

Vaccination Pass or a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test.

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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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