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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 bar with a Guinness tap, various bottles, and glasses hanging from the ceiling.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, and a nightstand.

1. The Rutland Arms Inn

Whanganui Central, 10.3 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Don

₩150,039

₩172,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, 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.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a balcony with a view, and a wardrobe.

2. Aotea Motor Lodge

Whanganui Central, 8.8 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Kelly

₩116,565

₩134,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, and a large window with curtains.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a kettle.

A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree with red leaves.

3. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

Whanganui Central, 9.8 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Jagdish

₩118,712

₩136,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a bench, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor area with plants.

A building with a covered outdoor area featuring a row of tables and chairs, a staircase, and a parking lot.

4. 151 on London Motel

College Estate, 8.5 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Anonymous traveler

₩106,829

₩122,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window.

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a wooden spice rack with snacks, and a window with blinds.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, sink, and a red bowl sink.

A room with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a TV on the wall.

5. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

Whanganui Central, 9.5 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Patu

₩114,738

₩134,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 modern kitchen with a red backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a clock on the wall.

A gas station with a red canopy and a satellite dish.

6. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gonville, 10 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Amanda

₩109,830

₩126,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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 pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by a glass fence, and steps leading down to the pool.

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

7. The Avenue Hotel

Whanganui Central, 8.9 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Noeline

₩85,821

₩98,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting.

A two-story BURWOOD MOTEL with a red roof, a visible office, and a sign indicating it has 21-40 units.

A compact room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

8. Burwood Manor Motel

Whanganui Central, 9.2 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Vaughan

₩112,133

₩128,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a view of a lake through large windows.

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 motel with a large entrance canopy, a signboard, and well-maintained landscaping.

9. Riverview Motel

Whanganui Central, 9.9 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Charleen

₩100,023

₩115,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a wall with a welcome sign.

A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a red car parked in the background.

10. Kings Court Motel

Whanganui Central, 9.4 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Jane

₩138,037

₩158,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a white railing.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A living room with a black leather sofa, two wooden stools, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a kettle, and a decorative shelf with glassware.

11. Te Awa Motel

Putiki, 10.9 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Andrew

₩108,903

₩125,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a window with lace curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A building with a white facade, a brown tiled roof, and a paved entrance area with potted plants.

12. Riverside Motel

Whanganui Central, 9.7 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Alexandra

₩93,359

₩107,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A reception desk at Whangāhui Seaside Holiday Park with a map of North Island and South Island on the wall.

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 covered porch, surrounded by greenery.

A small, single-story building with a blue door and the number 10 on the front.

13. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

Castlecliff, 6.3 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Margaret

₩88,024

₩101,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.

A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a mirror, a bed with white bedding, and a window with blue curtains.

14. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Whanganui Central, 9.5 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Mickey

₩63,014

₩72,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A lakeside property with a wooden deck, picnic tables, and a grassy lawn.

An aerial view of a riverside village with houses, a swimming pool, and a small park.

A compact kitchen with a view of a lake, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining table with a book and remote control.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Aramoho, 11.8 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Loreen

₩107,696

₩123,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

A living room with a beige leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small bedside table, a mirror, and a television.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and microwave.

16. Astral Motel

Whanganui Central, 9.3 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

Shirleen

₩98,027

₩112,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 single bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a bunk bed structure to the left.

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table, and a wooden headboard.

A bathroom with a bathtub, tiled walls, and a wooden door.

17. The grand Inn

Whanganui Central, 9.9 km from Bason Botanic Gardens

₩62,117

₩71,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Bason Botanic Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Rutland Arms Inn	9.2 Wonderful 336 reviews	View
Aotea Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 440 reviews	View
Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 235 reviews	View
151 on London Motel	9.0 Wonderful 522 reviews	View
BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews	View

Top Bason Botanic Gardens Hotel Reviews

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"

Aotea Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great motor lodge, close to the middle of the city. The only negative was that for the price, it should have had at least king size beds as the rooms have ample space for a larger bed."

Riverside Motel

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, staff was nice. The kitchen had everything one needs. Parking was free. If one has to stay longer at a place, this is a good motel to be."

151 on London Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great to have the Cafe next door. Close to the main road. Plenty of parking. Well appointed room."

Riverview Motel

8/10 Good

"Great location but not a happy reason for staying- I was pallbearer at my partners funeral, which was at the very nearby funeral home. Very handy to the city where my friend (who had brought me up from Kapiti) and I had dinner on the Sunday night. Good parking right by our rooms. Very friendly, helpful reception staff member. Good amenities- mine recently refurbished I think. Excellent colour choice for decor and a very comfortable bed. Thank you."

Burwood Manor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Parking easy, location handy"

Kings Court Motel

8/10 Good

"Very clean and tidy. Good location. Quiet."

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Good clean cheap accommodation"

The Avenue Hotel

8/10 Good

"A nice clean well presented motel with a new restaurant. However units lacked some amenities such as a microwave, toaster, small hand towels, cutlery and Crockery other than those needed for making a cup of tea or coffee."

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Virginia Lake

9.4/10 (172 reviews)

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Kowhai Park

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Bushy Park Homestead & Forest

10.0/10 (6 reviews)

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Whanganui River

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Ward Observatory

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Ward Observatory during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bason Botanic Gardens?

Bason Botanic Gardens is located in a budget-friendly area of Whanganui known for its beautiful river views. You'll find 13 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Bason Botanic Gardens?

Located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Bason Botanic Gardens, Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options around the area include 151 on London Motel and Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre.

How many hotels are there close to Bason Botanic Gardens?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bason Botanic Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bason Botanic Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Bason Botanic Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bason Botanic Gardens?

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Our top choices for Bason Botanic Gardens hotels

1. The Rutland Arms Inn

2. Aotea Motor Lodge

3. Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

4. 151 on London Motel

5. BK's Magnolia Motor Lodge

6. Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

7. The Avenue Hotel

8. Burwood Manor Motel

9. Riverview Motel

10. Kings Court Motel

11. Te Awa Motel

12. Riverside Motel

13. Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

14. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

15. Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

16. Astral Motel

17. The grand Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Bason Botanic Gardens

Top Bason Botanic Gardens Hotel Reviews

Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre

Aotea Motor Lodge

Riverside Motel

151 on London Motel

Riverview Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

Kings Court Motel

Whanganui Seaside Holiday Park

The Avenue Hotel

Other attractions near Bason Botanic Gardens

Virginia Lake

Kowhai Park

Bushy Park Homestead & Forest

Whanganui River

Ward Observatory

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