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Our top choices for Ward Observatory hotels

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A room with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a TV on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, sink, and a red bowl sink.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

1. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Patu
₹7,478
₹8,869 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a balcony with a view, and a wardrobe.
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a double sink, and wooden cabinets.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple stories, and a prominent entrance with a roof over the lobby area.

2. Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Kelly
₹8,169
₹9,394 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aotea Motor Lodge
A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."
Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and brick walls.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, and a nightstand.
A restaurant with a signboard, a car parked nearby, and a tree with hanging lights.

3. The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn
Whanganui Central, 0.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Margaret
₹9,989
₹11,566 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Rutland Arms Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a mirror, a bed with white bedding, and a window with blue curtains.
A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.

4. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Mickey
₹4,416
₹5,079 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
A building with a covered outdoor area featuring a row of tables and chairs, a staircase, and a parking lot.
A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor area with plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a shower area, and a view of the outside.

5. 151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
College Estate, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Anonymous traveller
₹7,487
₹8,610 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
151 on London Motel
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A motel with multiple units, each featuring a red roof and white walls.
A gas station with a red canopy and a satellite dish.
A modern kitchen with a red backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a clock on the wall.

6. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
Gonville, 1.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Amanda
₹7,611
₹8,766 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a small wicker coffee table, a television on a stand, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A residential street with a gated entrance, houses, and a clear sky.
A motel with a large entrance canopy, a signboard, and well-maintained landscaping.

7. Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Charleen
₹6,519
₹7,571 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Riverview Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.
A modern room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting.

8. Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel
Whanganui Central, 0.8 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Vaughan
₹7,605
₹8,746 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Burwood Manor Motel
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.
A room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and a painting on the wall.
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by a glass fence, and steps leading down to the pool.

9. The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
Whanganui Central, 1.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Henry
₹6,393
₹7,352 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Avenue Hotel
An outdoor patio with round wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a black lattice fence.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.
A reception area with a palm tree sign, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

10. Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Whanganui East, 2.2 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Wayne
₹3,592
₹4,131 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.
A motel with a green roof, a parking lot, and a row of rooms.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small bedside table, a mirror, and a television.
A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Astral Motel

Astral Motel
Whanganui Central, 1.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Shirleen
₹7,088
₹8,196 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Astral Motel
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a leather sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.
A bathroom with a bathtub, tiled walls, and a wooden door.
A furnished living room with a dining table, chairs, a red leather sofa, a large window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table, and a wooden headboard.

12. The grand Inn

The grand Inn
Whanganui Central, < 0.1 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Stacey
₹4,048
₹4,701 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The grand Inn
A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.
A sign welcoming visitors to Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a metal fence and a grassy area. There are two white buildings with blue trim in the background.
A small, single-story building with a blue door and the number 10 on the front.

13. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
Castlecliff, 6 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Margaret
₹5,737
₹6,662 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park
A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with a view of a lake, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining table with a book and remote control.
An aerial view of a riverside village with houses, a swimming pool, and a small park.

14. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Aramoho, 5.4 km from Ward Observatory
Australia
Loreen
₹7,309
₹8,441 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels close to Ward Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge
9.4
Exceptional
21 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.
Aotea Motor Lodge
9.2
Wonderful
441 reviews
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A building with a green facade and a sign that reads "Holland & Gentry."
The Rutland Arms Inn
9.2
Wonderful
338 reviews
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A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
9.2
Wonderful
84 reviews
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A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
151 on London Motel
9.0
Wonderful
526 reviews
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Top Ward Observatory Hotel Reviews

The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very helpful in offering a quiet room for an internet meeting after the official checkout time. We chose this hotel for its connectivity and it worked very well."
Robyn 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Avenue Hotel
Te Awa Motel

Te Awa Motel

8/10 Good
"Clean, tidy, well equipped. Good heating and electric blankets."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Te Awa Motel
Riverside Motel

Riverside Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and convenient, had all we needed"
Debra 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Riverside Motel
Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel

8/10 Good
"Enjoyed our stay Unit was spacious The motel was close to central Whanganui Shame the spa jets were not working on the bath"
Philip 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Riverview Motel
151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place and value"
Peter Franz 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
151 on London Motel
The Rutland Arms Inn

The Rutland Arms Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and nice staff. Also the bar/restaurant was very good."
Cole 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Rutland Arms Inn
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was absolutely amazing nice and clean room Kitchen lounge bathroom toilet was clean kitchen was well set up even had a laundry plenty of parking I would recommend staying there I most definitely will be going back there"
Wayne 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel

8/10 Good
"Very clean and tidy. Good location. Quiet."
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kings Court Motel
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

10/10 Excellent
"The room was immaculately presented. Plenty of parking and excellent service from staff. Staff went way beyond all expectations."
Flora 1-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Other attractions near Ward Observatory

Whanganui Museum

9.0/10 (85 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Queens Park

8.8/10 (51 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Sarjeant Gallery

8.2/10 (69 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sarjeant Gallery during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Watt Fountain

8.4/10 (60 reviews)
After visiting Watt Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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New Zealand Glassworks

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New Zealand Glassworks during your trip to Whanganui.
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Moutoa Gardens

8.0/10 (47 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Moutoa Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Wanganui Community Arts Centre

8.6/10 (9 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Wanganui Community Arts Centre during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Whanganui River Markets

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Whanganui River Markets during your visit to Whanganui.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ward Observatory?
Ward Observatory is located in an area of Whanganui known for its stunning river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Ward Observatory?
Adjacent to Ward Observatory, The Rutland Arms Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers free parking and a bar. Other good options close by include 151 on London Motel and Riverside Motel.
How many hotels will I find near Ward Observatory?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ward Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ward Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Ward Observatory.
What can I see and do near Ward Observatory?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Learn about local history at Watt Fountain and Durie Hill Memorial Tower. Local parks like Moutoa Gardens, Queens Park and Kowhai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.