The Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Watt Fountain

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Dinner served
Exterior
Family Room | Living room
Family Room | Television

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
379 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui, 5001
  • Ward Observatory
    14 min walk
  • Queens Park
    16 min walk
  • Watt Fountain
    17 min walk
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    10 min drive

Room options

Apartment with Balcony

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Executive Studio

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Studio

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Poolside

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Studio

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Whanganui

City center stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Whanganui hotel, you'll find Watt Fountain and Sarjeant Gallery. Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sarjeant Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Virginia Lake - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Castlecliff Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Avenue Hotel

3-star hotel near Watt Fountain
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1087 square feet (101 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Avenue Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Whanganui hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1087 sq ft of conference space
  • 101 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Avenue Hotel offers 58 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–9:30 AM: NZD 20-28 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • High pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Saturday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 28 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kingsgate Avenue
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui
Kingsgate Hotel Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Avenue Wanganui Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue
The Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Avenue Hotel Whanganui
The Avenue Hotel Hotel Whanganui
Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue Wanganui

The Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 219 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 219 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 219 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 219 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 219 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cristine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very quiet good nights sleep. Garden our room looked out to needs weeding as has been a pretty area Toilet needed a deep clean. Not a good look to have a brown bowl
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Glenys

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice property which is close to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lizzy

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cleaners are super lovely. The reception not as lovely. The showers need a good proper clean, as they look like there’s another species growing on them. And the walls need some dusting/ cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bobbi-Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great to be right next to supermarket and takeaway places
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Old and dated, well priced for someone that is only looking for a place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenny Chi Kin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

antonio

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location and friendly lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

RAYMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although an older property it is still maintained well, bed is comfy, no microwave which would be handy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
G
Very easy good parking. Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikramdeep

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean with great staff 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was lovely and the bed was compfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rosa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the staff. Very pleased with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location and great price. Room was serviced well
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and clean with helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived after 8pm and didn't know what to to. We could hear everything on the floor we were on. I wont be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met our needs, central
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water had peculiar taste, unable to establish it, think it was kettle and when you have 90 year old aunt with you who loves her cup of teacan be upsetting
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet rooms, sky premiere, good parking, close to shopping centres. Pool not open, restaurant on site closed for dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024