Whanganui is a UNESCO City of Design on New Zealand’s North Island. Begin your scenic journey at Whanganui Regional Museum, famous for its tāonga Māori collection. Later, visit New Zealand Glassworks, where you can book a paperweight workshop for an immersive and memorable experience. Furthermore, the 20th-century Royal Whanganui Opera House, New Zealand’s last Victorian theater, is a must-see for history and art buffs.
Nature lovers can take a guided canoe ride along the Whanganui River. Make sure to climb the Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Elevator, as well. The 66-meter (216.54-foot) elevator ride will take you to the lookout deck that’s 113 meters (370.73 feet) above sea level, where you will enjoy unbeatable views of the city, inland volcanic mountains, Whanganui River, and the Tasman Sea.
If you’re finally tempted to look for accommodation in this beautiful city, then read on for the top cabins near Whanganui, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. The Tiny Escape (from USD 69)
The Tiny Escape is an off-grid wood cabin nestled on a working farm. Guests will have the perfect opportunity to disconnect as there’s no WiFi or TV. You’ll find all the essentials for a comfy stay, including a full kitchen and a bathroom with a shower, eco-friendly toiletries, and a marine-grade composting toilet.
The breakfast comes with your booking, too. Enjoy your meals on the porch and savor the fresh air and beautiful valley views. This covered porch is also the perfect spot to catch up with your reading, and there are books on hand. Dogs are welcome, and there’s a fenced-off section of farmland to roam and play. Your four-legged friend can’t stay indoors, but the host provides a kennel with a canvas or wool bed. You may also request an outdoor dog bed for the porch.
Fordell, Manawatu-Wanganui, New ZealandAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place is so beautiful clean and incredible comfy and warmHost:
amazing hosts and attention to detail was spot onRead more reviewsLocation:
you can also see the central plateau mountains on a clear daysuch a great price for a piece of paradise and really couldn’t recommend that place more
2. Family-friendly camping pod in Rangitikei Valley (from USD 89)
This rental is located at Flat Hills Cafe And Tourist Park, and its campgrounds are approximately an hour from Whanganui. Up for grabs is Pod 1, which is fit for a small brood or a group of four friends. Inside your pod are two single beds and a queen on a platform. The modern shower and toilet block are nearby, as is a spacious campers’ lounge with a kitchen.
You’ll have a TV for entertainment, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and a small fridge to store your favorite snacks. Kids will enjoy the bouncy castle and maze. They will also have access to farm animals, such as llamas, alpacas, and ponies.
The cafe serves meals and a wide assortment of snacks and more from 8am to 3pm. Late menu items are available for overnight guests until 7pm, and can be delivered to their pod. Their custard squares come highly recommended!
Mangaweka, Manawatu-Wanganui, New ZealandSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable and beaaaautiful starry skyyou should bring your own fan since they do not provide one upon arrivalbeautiful warm & comfortable podsCleanliness:
clean and tidy placeclean facilities and podscabins are nice and cleangreat communication and clean facilities made this an enjoyable staypods are a little small but nicely furnished and cleanHost:
amazing place and staff was friendlyexcellent place to visit during summer good staff always wanting to help with your needs highly recommendedfriendly pony horses donkey and a lot of other animalsdonkey and alpacas are very friendlyoverall very peaceful friendly stay for meRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location great for kidsperfect location to transit before driving to aucklandlovely stay & really nice locationreally nice to find such a good place on our way to welligton for a breakthe pod is a beautiful space and flat hills is a good location to rest
Explore the wonderful, welcoming Whanganui
Whanganui’s rich arts and culture scene make it a lovely place to visit. Soak up the warmth and hospitality of its people and have a wonderful visit to Whanganui, New Zealand.
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