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Astral Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Whanganui Central

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Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
Comfortable Studio | Living area | TV
Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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46 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Watt Fountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Comfortable Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfortable Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Comfortable Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Whanganui Central stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Whanganui Central motel, you'll find Kowhai Park and Queens Park. Moutoa Gardens and Sarjeant Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moutoa Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whanganui Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Watt Fountain - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Virginia Lake - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Daily Grinds Cafe & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger Fuel Wanganui - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Article - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Astral Motel

3-star motel in Whanganui Central
Astral Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Astral Motel also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Whanganui motel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Astral Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Astral Motel
Astral Motel Wanganui
Astral Wanganui
Motel Astral
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

How close is Astral Motel to the airport?

Astral Motel is 4.1 mi (11-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Astral Motel?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astral Motel on Jun 15, 2026 start from $79, including 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 Astral Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Astral Motel.

How close is Astral Motel to the beach?

This motel is 4.9 mi (11-min drive) from Castlecliff Beach and 5.3 mi (18-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Astral Motel offer free breakfast?

Astral Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Astral Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Astral Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Astral Motel?

This motel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Astral Motel have a pool?

Astral Motel does not have a pool.

Does Astral Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Astral Motel to downtown Whanganui?

Astral Motel is 0.6 mi away from Whanganui.

Astral Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 352 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet location wel equipped roo.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very convenient location for visiting and exploring Whanganui. Easy walk along the riverside to the town centre. A bit dated but everything works, plenty of parking, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
rooms were serviced every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good all round stay friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Having to wash dishes in the bathroom basin was a bit unusual and inconvenient. Housekeeping staff had difficulty understanding and speaking English. Apart from that she was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the location, helpful staff, comfortable bed - a great stay in Masterton.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, comfortable beds, reasonably well equipped, great shower, very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
older motel but well kept and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
Very tired but clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
The room served my purpose which was sleeping. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 days close to everything. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daryll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and courteous, good location and not far from the township, restaurants, shopping etc.. found it very good overall and would stay again..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine

Was okay. Only saw one staff member at check-in. Bit hard to understand him. A bit of up-dating of the complex would help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location and lovely room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and warm .Easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was fast and easy, but it was like booking into a 1970's time-warp. Room was clean, but everything looked and smelled like it'd been there a very long time. Noise from the road was loud as the windows were from a greenhouse, electrical sockets and light switches weren't new when Edison invented the light bulb but at least the shower was good and the toilet paper was nice quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good stay. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean and great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This motel is value for money no frills clean and easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
Probably the cleanest motel we’ve ever had the privilege to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023