Title: Visit Westmere: 2026 Westmere, Whanganui Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Westmere](https://expedia.com/Westmere-Hotels.d553248635975863094.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Whanganui](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Whanganui.d3758.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Westmere](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Westmere.d553248635975863094.Car-Rental-Guide)[Westmere Vacations](https://expedia.com/Westmere.d553248635975863094.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Westmere ## Whanganui ## Visit Westmere Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Whanganui Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Whanganui.dx3758) --- ### Popular places to visit #### Bason Botanic Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Bason Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Bason-Botanic-Gardens-Westmere.d553248621532610635.Vacation-Attraction) #### Whanganui Museum 4/5(1 review) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.com/Whanganui-Museum-Whanganui-Central.d6111890.Vacation-Attraction) #### Virginia Lake 4.5/5(4 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Virginia-Lake-Whanganui.d553248621532610631.Vacation-Attraction) #### Durie Hill Elevator 5/5(1 review) Enjoy an outing to Durie Hill Elevator during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.com/Durie-Hill-Elevator-Durie-Hill.d553248621526967198.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sarjeant Gallery You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sarjeant Gallery during your trip to Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.com/Sarjeant-Gallery-Whanganui-Central.d6111888.Vacation-Attraction) #### Watt Fountain 4/5(2 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. [](https://expedia.com/Watt-Fountain-Whanganui-Central.d6108034.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## Westmere Hotel Deals ![Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/f0738d11_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Westmere Manawatu-Whanganui $122 nightly $137 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this apartment in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Virginia Lake and Ward Observatory are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews) Nice clean and comfortable accommodation. Highly recommend! Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=114703574&PinnedHotelID=114703574&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863094) ![Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/785a36a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre 143 Anzac Parade Whanganui $45 nightly $51 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (252 reviews) Room was small but enough space for a couple of nights. Staff was really concern about cleaning. Kitchen has enough kitchenware to make a decent meal, in the night usually very busy. Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=3811106&PinnedHotelID=3811106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863094) ![Aotea Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/ecffec28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aotea Motor Lodge 390 Victoria Avenue Whanganui $93 nightly $108 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F4%2F2026&selected=3533869&PinnedHotelID=3533869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863094) ![The Avenue Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46500/46416/02ff2b54_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Avenue Hotel 379 Victoria Avenue Whanganui $92 nightly $106 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (313 reviews) Next door to charging stations if you are an EV user. Close to supermarkets and cafes. On the main street. Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=46416&PinnedHotelID=46416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863094) ![151 on London Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/260582b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 151 on London Motel 151 London Street Whanganui $73 nightly $85 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (484 reviews) Room was clean, easy check in process, i couldnt get the phone/tv casting to work unfortunately. perfect for a night or two. Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=3499172&PinnedHotelID=3499172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863094) ![Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3566000/3565927/d014b3a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Asure Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge 170 Guyton Street Whanganui $83 nightly $97 total Apr 7 - Apr 8 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews) Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. Clean room and good quality. 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