Te Awa Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Putiki

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Hallway
Comfort Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, River View | Living area | 0-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Comfort Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette, River View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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95 Putiki Drive, Whanganui, 4500
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Putiki Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Putiki stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Putiki motel, you'll find Putiki Church and Durie Hill Elevator. Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Watt Fountain are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Durie Hill Elevator - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Putiki Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Durie Hill Memorial Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stellar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Te Awa Motel

3-star motel in Putiki
Te Awa Motel offers its guests multilingual staff and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Te Awa Motel offers 7 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished lanais. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Whanganui motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Te Awa Motel Wanganui
Te Awa Motel
Te Awa Wanganui
Te Awa Motel Whanganui
Te Awa Whanganui
Te Awa Motel Motel
Te Awa Motel Whanganui
Te Awa Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

How close is Te Awa Motel to the airport?

Te Awa Motel is 2.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Te Awa Motel?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Awa Motel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $81.49, 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 Te Awa Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Te Awa Motel.

How close is Te Awa Motel to the beach?

This motel is 3.3 mi (14-min drive) from South Beach and 4.7 mi (10-min drive) from Castlecliff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Te Awa Motel offer free breakfast?

Te Awa Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Te Awa Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Te Awa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Te Awa Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Te Awa Motel have a pool?

Te Awa Motel does not have a pool.

Does Te Awa Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Te Awa Motel to downtown Whanganui?

Te Awa Motel is 1 mi away from Whanganui.