Riverview Motel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

About this property

The Riverview Motel, on the banks of the Whanganui River and only 5 minutes’ walk from the city centre, offers spacious accommodation with cooking facilities, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Each unit at Riverview Motel includes a microwave, mini refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and a dining and seating area. Some rooms include a spa bath. Wanganui Airport is a 10-minute drive away. Luggage storage facilities and a self-service laundry are available. Cooked and continental breakfasts are available and can be delivered to the rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

Prices converted to USD
We have no availability here between Thu 27 Nov 2025 and Sun 30 Nov 2025

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1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Leanne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location good for our reason for stay. Walked to event. Price good and comfy and tidy, clean.”
Sudachanai
Australia Australia
“It was huge! We didn’t expect it would be that big! So comfortable.”
Joy
New Zealand New Zealand
“I had a car problem after I booked in and the young man in the office was concerned and helpful.”
Gaylene
New Zealand New Zealand
“Our room was very comfortable for our family. The staff were amazing, and were very understanding when we needed to stay longer then we had originally planned.”
Gaylene
New Zealand New Zealand
“Highly recommend this motel the staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and was ideal for my family of 5.”
Carroll
New Zealand New Zealand
“We didn't have the breakfast. But the room was perfect for our needs.”
Diane
New Zealand New Zealand
“arrive to a very welcoming and helpful host. Rooms clean, well presented and comfy. Best value for money i have found this year.”
Malcolm
New Zealand New Zealand
“The rooms were great! Havning a family and being able to put the kids in their own room? AWESOME! The bath, fantastic! And the motelier was fantastic, as well! As for the dinner recommendation, spot on! We had a fantastic meal! We felt very well...”
Anita
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very nice friendly people. So accommodating with any requests or questions.”
Jan
New Zealand New Zealand
“Always enjoy staying here. Have already booked for our next visit.”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riverview Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

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

House rules

Riverview Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Riverview Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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