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The Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Watt Fountain

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
Apartment with Balcony | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
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Courtyard

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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379 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Sarjeant Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 412 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 541 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 485 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment with Balcony | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment with Balcony

  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Poolside | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Whanganui Central stay.Your stay at this Whanganui Central hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Watt Fountain and Sarjeant Gallery. Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Watt Fountain - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Virginia Lake - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious Bagels - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Brick House Restaurant & Function Centre - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Avenue Hotel

3-star hotel near Watt Fountain
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1087 square feet (101 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Avenue Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Whanganui hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1087 sq ft of conference space
  • 101 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Avenue Hotel offers 58 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Saturday to Saturday (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM), Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 7:00 PM), and Sunday to Sunday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 10 2025 to December 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kingsgate Avenue
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue
The Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Avenue Hotel Whanganui
The Avenue Hotel Hotel Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue Wanganui

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Avenue Hotel to the airport?

The Avenue Hotel is 3.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Avenue Hotel?

As of Dec 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Avenue Hotel on Jan 4, 2026 start from $76.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Avenue Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Avenue Hotel.

How close is The Avenue Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (9-min drive) from Castlecliff Beach and 5 mi (17-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Avenue Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Avenue Hotel does not offer free breakfast. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between January 10 2025 and December 1 2025 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at The Avenue Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Avenue Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Avenue Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Avenue Hotel have a pool?

The Avenue Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Avenue Hotel have a restaurant?

The Avenue Hotel is home to Mothership Bar & Eatery, which features light fare. The dining venue will be unavailable from January 10 2025 to December 1 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does The Avenue Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Avenue Hotel to downtown Whanganui?

The Avenue Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Whanganui.

The Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 299 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Virginia

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean and tidy however bathroom looked dirty in places like the rubbish bin and shower. As we had a road facing room traffic was constant. Room also very warm which is great if it's a cold day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is central. It is right next door AND across the road from Charge net Ev chargers👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marijie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Location is great near to everything. My boys minimizes their voices because there is a charge of $85 for noises. No sky Tv though just normal 5 Tv chanel boys wanting to watch movies. But other than that was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Good place, bit dated and in need for upgrade
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is undergoing renovations at the moment and the in-house restaurant is not available. We didn’t know this until check-in. The room was road facing/frontage, and traffic noise was ample. No lift/elevator available. Other than that, great stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicky

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures do no match the state of the very dated property. It is under construction and not even connected to the Hotel. I had to access through a bottle-store carpark. No security lighting outside, very noisy and unsafe. Lights inside were difficult to find and electrical connections did not look safe. It was very cold with inadequate heating and TV didn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Mixed review. Bedding was good, heater was not working the first night. No housekeeping on public holidays (Matariki) so our beds were not made and bathroom not cleaned (one of the reason why I love to stay in hotels is because I dont have to do that). Renovated part (bedroom part) is lovely and modern. Bath very slippery (there is a plastic grip mat but still unsafe), old, shallow with and mould on silicone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Awhina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious,comfortable i will definitely book the same room again if i need to stay in wanganui again,totally recommend the apartment room👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable and quiet. Very warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent reception staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how affordable so short notice and comfortable the beds were.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm and cozy

Impressed on arrival with friendly staff member at reception Very helpful and the room was nice and warm. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness

Never again

A clean and fairly comfortable room, if somewhat dated, but check in procedures and communication about changes to these procedures very poor and contradictory. Furthermore building on site means a temporary wall has been erected outside my window, blocking out light, sun and view, and the hotel restaurant was also closed. As it was the weekend there was no building noise but week day clients will be highly inconvenienced. This should have been signalled on booking. I will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

GA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Liked the location, plenty of fast food,cafe's and supermarkets. But lack of Air Cond, made room too stuffy at night. No sink meant the jug had to be filled up up in the bathroom. Limited utensils and no dish washing liquid to wash anything. No toaster or hair dryer, so be prepared to pack everything including the kitchen sink.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbi-Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for a family of 4
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was welcoming and explained to us where our room was located. It was about a 200metre walk from reception. We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment. Wonderfully spacious, each bedroom had its own bathroom (x1 with shower only and x1 shower over bath). The beds in one of the rooms were so soft and uncomfortable. The kitchen space was adequate, although there was hair in the freezer yikes! The place is very dated but clean enough. We just stayed one night so it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When booking at The Avenue, request a room that is not by the road. We found it quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, affordable and quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely, clean and sunny with a little veranda that you could get a bit of fresh air. The beds were comfortable and decorated to a high standard. It will be great when the restaurant is open. We have no hestitation to stay again. Thank you. (The only thing to have improved the room is to repaint the bathroom ceiling as the paint is peeling off. We had an iron but no ironing board).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025