Travelers connect to the local scene at this conveniently located motel with express check-out service that makes exploring the area completely hassle-free
Te Awa Motel puts visitors right in the heart of Putiki with practical amenities that enhance any stay. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, park for free, and benefit from multilingual staff and luggage storage that simplify the travel experience.
Putiki, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, is home to Te Awa Motel. Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durie Hill Elevator and Wanganui Community Arts Centre. Whanganui Museum and Ward Observatory are also worth visiting. Visit our Whanganui travel guide
0-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room service
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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 and check-out are 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
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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 Motel
Te Awa Motel Whanganui
Te Awa Motel Motel Whanganui
Frequently asked questions
Is Te Awa Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Te Awa Motel?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Awa Motel on 10 Mar 2026 start from HK$628, 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.
How much is parking at Te Awa Motel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a fee.
What time is check-out at Te Awa Motel?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Te Awa Motel located?
Located in Putiki, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Putiki Church, Durie Hill Elevator and Durie Hill Memorial Tower. Watt Fountain and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Reviews
Te Awa Motel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The motel was very comfortable, very quiet with a busy road nearby. Very handy to the township and venue i visited during my stay. Place was clean and used towels changed daily. My dislikes was only the tobacco smoke permeating through my open door whilst enjoying the cool whanganui breeze.
The facilities in the unit were all ok. I did find it hard to contact the manager. He lost a customer who wanted to stay but the office was closed and there was no response from the manager. I did appreciate my 4 night stay.
Allen
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
6/10 Okay
Claude
6 Feb 2026
The motel was showing its age, although newer bathrooms. Not close to amenities
Good location, however stairs to the decking could have been repaired they weren’t so safe and four had no slip resistant like the others bit dangerous. The overall property was good however their service of house keeping was very lacking it looked like nothing cleaned just the beds made and not that well either. Crumbs on the floor not removed our entire stay from day one where friend accidentally spilt in first day of our stay
We stayed for 5 nights with our biys who are 6 and 8. Everything that we needed was there. Our room was serviced every day. There were DVDs that we could use to finish off a busy day. It is so close to town. We highly recommend this place.
Great stay at Awa Motel again. Friendly staff, bed was so comfy, room clean and tidy, powerful shower.
Emily
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Wendy
11 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Adequate for a short stay in Whanganui
Although the motel is generally looking rather tired, we had everything we needed for our stay. The bed is comfortable, the shower is superb, but the couch is too soft and not good for your posture or comfort. With a little work, both inside and outside this motel could be great
One of the VERY few place we have visited that have really thought about the room and functionality. really nice place to stay, mostly sound proof walls, could barely hear the baby crying next door,comfy bed, more than usual in the way of appliances, heating/cooling and kitchen equipment. plus REAL milk and no little packets of soap/shampoo-seemed eco conscious. :) I would recommend fixed the steps up to the rooms as seems unsafe.
Very basic room.
Staff were accomodating with late check in.
Big sign out the front saying rooms $105 a night...
We were charged $175. Seems we overpaid with our bargain check in?!?
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
26 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Unit was nice an tidy. Outside need a bit of a dio up. An gardens need doing