Wellbeing
Wellbeing, Carlton Avenue, Putiki, Whanganui 4541, New Zealand- Mural
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About this hotel
Convenient Location
Located just 1.4 km from the town centre, Gateway Motor Lodge - Wanganui offers easy access to local attractions and amenities.
Comfortable Accommodation
Each guest room is thoughtfully equipped with amenities such as electric blankets, lazyboy chairs, and double-glazed windows, ensuring a cozy and relaxing stay.
Nearby Attractions
With the Whanganui River only 300 metres away and the Wanganui Race Course at 850 metres, guests can easily explore the beauty and excitement of the area.
Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Gateway Motor Lodge - Wanganui? Book your stay now!
Nearby Attractions
Robert Holden Memorial
Robert Holden Memorial, Heads Road, Putiki, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Cooks Gardens
Cooks Gardens, 99, Putiki, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Park
Whanganui South African War memorial
Whanganui South African War memorial, Te Tuaiwi Cycleway, Putiki, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Gonville Domain
Gonville Domain, Gonville, Whanganui, Whanganui District, New Zealand- Park
Majestic Square
Majestic Square, Putiki, Whanganui, Whanganui District, New Zealand- Park
Whanganui Queens Park NZ Wars memorial
Whanganui Queens Park NZ Wars memorial, Watt Street, Putiki, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Charles Broughton NZ Wars memorial
Charles Broughton NZ Wars memorial, Wicksteed Street, Saint Johns Hill, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Pukenamu Queens Park
Pukenamu Queens Park, Bastia Hill, Whanganui, Whanganui District, New Zealand- Park
Sarjeant Gallery
Sarjeant Gallery, 4 Pukenamu Drive, Bastia Hill, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Attraction
Durie Elevator (tunnel entrance)
Durie Elevator (tunnel entrance), Durie Hill Elevator Tunnel, Durie Hill, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Attraction
- Limited
Splash Centre
Splash Centre, SH3 Shared Path, Saint Johns Hill, Whanganui 4541, New Zealand- Attraction
Springvale Park
Springvale Park, Gonville, Whanganui, Whanganui District, New Zealand- Park
Major Keepa Te Rangihiwinui Memorial
Major Keepa Te Rangihiwinui Memorial, Market Place, Bastia Hill, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Whanganui Maori Soldiers Memorial
Whanganui Maori Soldiers Memorial, Market Place, Bastia Hill, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand- Memorial
Important Information
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Designated smoking area
Shared kitchen
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
Delivered food - securely covered
Breakfast takeaway containers
Room Types
Studio - Queen And Single
Up to 2 guests25 m2Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide), Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
269-sq-foot room with garden views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Iron/ironing board and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide), Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
25 m2
Garden View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsElectric kettleRoom service (limited hours)Premium beddingBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFi
Studio
Up to 2 guests24 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This suite features a microwave, a fridge and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsPrivate entranceSofa
Double or Twin Studio
Up to 2 guests24 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This suite features a microwave, a fridge and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsPrivate entranceSofa
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 4 guests35 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
This spacious two-bedroom apartment features kitchen facilities, including hot plates, a microwave and a fridge. Also includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenPrivate entranceSofa
One-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 3 guests35 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This apartment has soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a terrace. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenPrivate entranceSofa
Superior Studio
Up to 2 guests28 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenPrivate entranceSofa
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Guest reviews(525 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2026Location
A bit noisy for traffic
8/10
Reviewed Sep 11, 2026Clean, close to everything, especially the hospital. Fresh towels daily. Real milk and more than just for a cuppa.
No flannels.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 1, 2026The extra touches such as tabs on the toilet seat so you don't need to touch the seat
The bathroom was small.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 28, 2026Although you're next to the main road, it's quiet. Check in was great and I enjoyed the extras in the room. Nice personalized letter with great information, snacks, a couple of bottled water, bread etc. It was so cool
I seriously rate this place.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 19, 2026Everything went very well, very friendly and went above what was expected to look after clients.
Nothing went wrong
10/10
Reviewed Aug 17, 2026Kind staff, nice and warm.
3/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2026Convenient location
Free wifi only connected 5 minutes at a time. Bed so uncomfortable I could feel and hear the springs. Hugh traffic area and lots of road noise.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 8, 2026Lovely motel. Very clean. Vehicle traffic was loud, but the best part was no loud foot traffic so we felt very safe. .
The bed was way too hard, we may as well have been trying to sleep on the floor. The hardness of the bed is the only reason we probably will not stay here again, which is a real shame as we liked the place.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2026Nice and warm place to stay.
9/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026Well located, easy to find, very friendly owner, very close to town centre. Little extras such as free bottled water, snacks, bread for toast, a nice addition.
I can't fault it.
2/10
Reviewed Jun 22, 2026Air con not working No sink to drink water from
7/10
Reviewed Jun 20, 2026The unit had recently been upgraded with new TV, bed, AC system & bathroom fittings.
Because of the closeness of the motel to the main road, double-glazing the ranch slider at the front of the unit is almost a must. Unfortunately, the WiFi in the unit was also tragic. It claimed that it would be connected when the signal came right, and it never did.
7/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026Friendly staff
Noisy road
9/10
Reviewed Jun 14, 2026Impeccably clean and well supplied with everything needed for a comfortable stay. The room was pre heated prior our arrival, fresh fruit daily, as well as fresh milk and bread, thank you!
The bathroom fan annoyingly roars to life when the bathroom light is switched on.
9/10
Reviewed May 20, 2026Staff were very nice
10/10
Reviewed May 19, 2026Warm and friendly greeting. Went above and beyond to help us settle in. Lovely room. Nice to have breakfast supplies. Warm, clean, tidy.
Only one dining chair and no table to eat dinner on. Could not see tv from big bed.
10/10
Reviewed May 9, 2026Room was very quiet clean and eveything you would need This was my second stay here and will def come again when back in Whanganui
10/10
Reviewed May 3, 2026The staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, adding small touches like free snacks and bread and spreads for toast in the morning.
At first I was concerned that the location near a busy intersection would be too noisy, but in fact the traffic noise was no problem at all.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 26, 2026very clean, lady at the reception is so helpful and very pleasant, close to the city centre and places to go to.
Nothing.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 23, 2026Cleanliness
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Apr 19, 2026Staff were so lovely and very accommodating with early check-in. They even provide bottled water, packs of chips and bread and butter for toast in the morning so thoughtful! Room had everything we needed. And just around the corner from McDonald's so bonus!
8/10
Reviewed Apr 17, 2026Very clean and staff were very friendly
10/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Great customer service
9/10
Reviewed Apr 10, 2026The room was super clean, which is great, and the bed was comfortable. We had booked a studio and didn't realise there would be no sink in the little kitchen area. But the manager was super friendly and helpful, bringing clean dishes for us and taking away our dirty ones. She also returned by post a charger that I had left behind. This service went way beyond my expectations and made our stay very friendly with good memories.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026The attention to detail was lovely, personal note on arrival was fabulous.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026Really enjoyed our stay here. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible.
6/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026Comfortable and clean
Noise from road noticeable
8/10
Reviewed Mar 25, 2026We had a bad experience with mouldy milk. The service to remedy this was non existent so we left early
10/10
Reviewed Mar 24, 2026Everything
10/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026Everything, clean , spacious great shower pressure Staff were great and accommodating
Nil
10/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026beautiful big rooms. Receptionist was so so lovely and accommodating and left a few snacks/waters in the room which was so sweet. Also loved the info sheet left on the table too! Definitely one of the best motels I’ve ever stayed at (if not the best)!
8/10
Reviewed Mar 20, 2026Clean
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 17, 2026The staff were amazing. Short trip for work
N/A
10/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026Excellent service and rooms highly recommend.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 11, 2026Friendly staff. Spacious,well arranged studio,recent refit, spotlesly clean, well equiped. I wish all motor lodges were as good as this. Everything you need in the room.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 5, 2026The room is simple but very clean, friendly staff , they provide a bowl of nuts, a plate with bread , jam butter tea coffee cream water. microwave. you have your own parking space.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 1, 2026great staff well done team
10/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2026It was close to the shops and Taupō Quay for the Whanganui Street Drags
Nothing bad to say
10/10
Reviewed Feb 27, 2026Cleanest motel I've ever stayed at. Very comfortable with everything you need to stay for a couple of nights. Free bread, spreads etc and a personalized note.
Could not fault anything.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 14, 2026Sehr Sauber und flottes Personal
10/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026The service was excellent from the time we arrived rooms were spotless and offered more than we thought. We will be back.
Nothing. Couldn't fault it.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 8, 2026Clean, great shower pressure and comfortable bed.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 28, 2026Faultless stay.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 26, 2026very clean and tidy. Helpful staff, will definitely stay again
nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 25, 2026Location was fantastic and parking was great. Room was huge, spacious, well lain out and decorated. It was comfortable, bedding was so silky smooth, incredibly clean and had lots of nice little touches - mix trail for the room, bread for toast. Now, there were tiny little touches that nailed it for me, the remote was Velcro attached right below the TV, the wifi login was on a fancy wooden panel on the wall that looked like part of the decor, glass engraved bottles with chilled water in the fridge, and an in shower mat hung on the back of the bathroom door was great. The staff were so, so lovely - really kind, really helpful. I honestly had a 10/10 stay, will definitely book again!
Nothing!
9/10
Reviewed Jan 22, 2026Fabulous staff. So welcoming.
7/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026location to Whanganui. It was quiet.
-
10/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026Although I only stayed one night everything was absolutely perfect
Real good friendly service very comfortable and extremely safe
10/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026I would like to say a big thankyou for offering to do our laundry, we were not expecting that, and when we got back from dinner it was back in our room all dry and folded, that was so special and much appreciated..😃🙏
The rubber seal on the fridge door needs repairing as the door wouldn't close and the milk had gone off, ..
8/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Host was very accommodating. I had a morning procedure at the Hospital nearby and he allowed me to park up early. Room was clean and there was even a welcome note with local information. Short walk to Wanganui Hospital a big bonus.
Bit of road noise which is unavoidable considering locations but bearable.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026The friendliness and welcoming manner of the staff. Room was warm and very clean. Cute personalised information letter left in the room. Provide bread & condiments for a quick breakfast.
No cooking facilities or kitchenette (but that may have been what the type of room that was booked for me)
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Clean: Rooms is very clean and well-kept. Bed: Beds are comfy, with good bedding and blackout curtains. Room: Rooms have a fridge, microwave, Wi-Fi, and TV. Some rooms are a bit dated or dimly lit.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Fantastic
Traffic noise
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Bon rapport qualité prix mais au près de la route.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 18, 2026Awesome little room just what we needed
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 18, 2026Well designed spacious room. Easy car parking. Very good shower, super clean and brand new! Kitchen was functional and well stocked and our bed was very comfy.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Great location close to town and easy to find. Parking onsite was convenient. Friendly staff with a lot of personal touches, like a welcome letter with restaurant recommendations and activity suggestions.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 9, 2026Almost all of it the staff could not do nymore to keep you happy
Road noise not inside the room only when sitting outside the only negative
8/10
Reviewed Jan 7, 2026I liked everything, great service from the front desk and the cleaning ladies amazing customer service definitely be back to stay here nice and cheap 💛
There was nothing I didn’t like everything was good as I imagined
9/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2026Lovely helpful owners that went the extra mile
9/10
Reviewed Jan 5, 2026Staff were very welcoming and the room spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed some very pleasant walks along the riverbank, which can be accessed via the side street beside the motel.
There is quite a bit of traffic noise from Heads Rd during the day but it was fine in the evenings.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 29, 2025Staff were very friendly, left notes to enjoy our stay and provided an updated weather report each day. Had suggestions on what to do, where to eat etc. Room smelt and felt very clean.
It is located on a busier road, but didn’t seem to bother too much.
7/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025Staff are always very welcoming
Bed was a bit uncomfortable and wifi was patchy
9/10
Reviewed Dec 27, 2025The staff went out of their way to wish us a Merry Christmas 🎄 with a personalised Christmas card and Christmas cake in our room. The room was serviced every day, and we were there for 3 nights. Which was a nice surprise. Lovely spotlessly clean unit and the daily room incidentals were a really lovely touch. Was a great size untit for 3 with the 3rd bed being in the living area. Would definitely recommend a stay here. 😊 Lots of personal touches really enhanced our stay. .
10/10
Reviewed Dec 22, 2025Friendly host & clean rooms
Nothong
9/10
Reviewed Dec 18, 2025The unit was clean and bed comfortable and the staff very nice and helpful also complimentary offerings brings me back to the way motels use to be.
nothing I enjoyed my stay
9/10
Reviewed Dec 17, 2025Personal amable, habitación cómoda.
La Wifi no llegaba a nuestra habitación, nos teníamos que acercar a la recepción para poder conectarnos.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 14, 2025very clean, friendly staff and a basic breakfast as a bonus
it was great for my intention (work) - not suited for families since next to main road
10/10
Reviewed Dec 12, 2025Everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Nov 28, 2025Very friendly staff. Great location. Very comfortable for a short stay.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Clean rooms
Areas to consider
- •Patchy wifi
- •Lumpy bed
Cleanliness
8.69/10Overwhelmingly positive reviews about cleanliness, with mentions of spotlessly clean units and clean rooms.
Service
9.16/10Numerous reviews highlight exceptional and friendly service provided by the staff.
Location
8.7/10Generally positive reviews about location, though the busier road was mentioned as a slight downside.
Room Quality
8.15/10Some reviews mention lumpy beds and wifi issues affecting comfort.
Amenities
8.88/10Several reviews appreciate the additional amenities like breakfast items and thoughtful touches.
Value for Money
8.64/10Good value for the services and cleanliness provided, based on overall guest satisfaction.
Food and Beverage
8.19/10Generally appreciated, though some aspects like wifi for food usage were mentioned negatively.
Overall Experience
9.16/10Positive overall experiences shared in multiple reviews, indicating strong customer satisfaction.