Rutland Arms Inn
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$121
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
With a stay at The Rutland Arms Inn in Whanganui (Whanganui Central), you'll be steps from Watt Fountain and Queens Park. This inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Moutoa Gardens and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Wanganui Community Arts Centre.
What's nearby
Watt Fountain(0.1 miles)
Queens Park(0.1 miles)
New Zealand Glassworks(0.1 miles)
Moutoa Gardens(0.2 miles)
Wanganui Community Arts Centre(0.2 miles)
Whanganui Museum(0.2 miles)
Whanganui River Markets(0.2 miles)
Sarjeant Gallery(0.2 miles)
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum(0.3 miles)
Durie Hill Elevator(0.3 miles)
Ward Observatory(0.4 miles)
Durie Hill Memorial Tower(0.5 miles)
Kowhai Park(0.8 miles)
Putiki Church(1.3 miles)
Virginia Lake(2.1 miles)
The nearest major airport is Whanganui (WAG)(3.1 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
48-52 Ridgway Street, Whanganui Central, Whanganui, Wanganui District, New Zealand
Watt Fountain (0.1 miles)
Queens Park (0.1 miles)
New Zealand Glassworks (0.1 miles)
Moutoa Gardens (0.2 miles)
Wanganui Community Arts Centre (0.2 miles)
Whanganui Museum (0.2 miles)
Room options
6
Standard Studio
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Rutland Arms Inn
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 461 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
11%
Couple
80%
Group
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Rutland Arms Inn delivers historic charm and a central, walkable base, with friendly staff, spacious and well-decorated rooms, and a lively on-site pub/restaurant; many guests also value the complimentary continental breakfast and overall cleanliness.
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What guests think
Rutland Arms Inn delivers historic charm and a central, walkable base, with friendly staff, spacious and well-decorated rooms, and a lively on-site pub/restaurant; many guests also value the complimentary continental breakfast and overall cleanliness.
A recurring downside is low water pressure in the showers. There is no lift and stairs are steep, though staff often help with luggage. Some guests mentioned occasional night-time noise or warm rooms without air conditioning, and dining was limited on a few evenings. Best for guests who prefer atmosphere and space over modern fixtures.
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Facilities
On-site pub and restaurant are convenient and well liked; a few stays found service limited or closed on some evenings. There is no lift and stairs are steep, and parking was easy or felt secure for some.
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Kellie
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location - so easy to see most of Whanganui without getting in a car. Hotel is in a historic building so older but amenities were fine. The restaurant connected to the property is very popular so reservations were required on weekends. Food was pub menu but quite tasty. We would stay here again. Thank you.
Great location - so easy to see most of Whanganui without getting in a car. Hotel is in a historic building so older but amenities were fine. The restaurant connected to the property is very popular so reservations were required on weekends. Food was pub menu but quite tasty. We would stay here again. Thank you.
10
Barry
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
6
Jan-Åke
Jan 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Generellt bra med trevlig pub. Ingen hiss, knarrig säng och inget tryck i duschen drar ner betyget.
Generellt bra med trevlig pub. Ingen hiss, knarrig säng och inget tryck i duschen drar ner betyget.
10
Lois
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
No lift and stairs are quite steep. Lovely willing staff helped with my suitcase, but I doubt I will stay there again because of the stairs.
No lift and stairs are quite steep. Lovely willing staff helped with my suitcase, but I doubt I will stay there again because of the stairs.
10
Jan
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
10
Jeff
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Parking in back area felt safe and secure. The building and lthe pub have a lot of charm
Parking in back area felt safe and secure. The building and lthe pub have a lot of charm
4
John
Jul 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Arrived just before 8:30pm. Reception closed, went to bar to check in. Informed kitchen was closed other than chips or wedges which is illegal in NZ as food must be provided. Eventually we were offered a chicken salad or burger which we declined. Basically we went to our room at 9:30pm as they started to vacuum the bar area with no food and a couple of drinks. Admittedly it was a Monday but $190 per night is too steep for what was on offer not a lot.
Arrived just before 8:30pm. Reception closed, went to bar to check in. Informed kitchen was closed other than chips or wedges which is illegal in NZ as food must be provided. Eventually we were offered a chicken salad or burger which we declined. Basically we went to our room at 9:30pm as they started to vacuum the bar area with no food and a couple of drinks. Admittedly it was a Monday but $190 per night is too steep for what was on offer not a lot.
10
Carolyn
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, friendly smiley staff. Comfy bed and cosy room. Great food at the bar/restaurant. Convenient location to dinning options.
Great stay, friendly smiley staff. Comfy bed and cosy room. Great food at the bar/restaurant. Convenient location to dinning options.
8
Brett
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I only stayed overnight, staff were excellent, bar and restaurant very convenient, one issue I found was the water pressure in the shower was pretty much nonexistent
I only stayed overnight, staff were excellent, bar and restaurant very convenient, one issue I found was the water pressure in the shower was pretty much nonexistent
10
Amy
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are widely described as very clean and well kept, with only occasional minor issues like ants or cosmetic wear.
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Ruben
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived very late closer to 11pm Flynn was waiting to greet us Wonderful host The room was clean specious Bathroom with double sinks Complementary continental breakfast was our bonus Free for guests in the hotel Highly recommend this lovely hotel Thank you well appreciated accommodation Renata and Ruben
We arrived very late closer to 11pm Flynn was waiting to greet us Wonderful host The room was clean specious Bathroom with double sinks Complementary continental breakfast was our bonus Free for guests in the hotel Highly recommend this lovely hotel Thank you well appreciated accommodation Renata and Ruben
10
Sheena
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautifully decorated, clean room and very helpful staff. The water pressure in the shower was very low. But besides that we had a great time!
A beautifully decorated, clean room and very helpful staff. The water pressure in the shower was very low. But besides that we had a great time!
10
Iulia
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, good food.
Clean, good food.
8
Tania
Sep 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice looking room with a lovely view of the Water Tower. Besides a wee bit of an ant issue (were crawling around on the single spare bed in the room) & floor was marked/ stained from previous guest, was clean, tidy and quiet. Got a great nights sleep. Great atmosphere in the restaurant, nice food, the staff were fabulous & gave great service.
Nice looking room with a lovely view of the Water Tower. Besides a wee bit of an ant issue (were crawling around on the single spare bed in the room) & floor was marked/ stained from previous guest, was clean, tidy and quiet. Got a great nights sleep. Great atmosphere in the restaurant, nice food, the staff were fabulous & gave great service.
10
Brenda
Mar 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful inn with a great pub. Our room was beautiful and spotlessly clean. We would like to return some day!!
Beautiful inn with a great pub. Our room was beautiful and spotlessly clean. We would like to return some day!!
10
Michael
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The charm of days gone by yet spacious and clean. Great staff.
The charm of days gone by yet spacious and clean. Great staff.
10
Oliver
Jan 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Niedliches kleines Hotel aus der Gründerzeit ca. von 1880. Sehr sauber, modernes Bad. In der Innenstadt gelegen. Das Besondere war der zum Hotel gehörende Pub. Da gibt es Rippchen und Burger zu wirklich fairen Preisen und jede Menge Draft-Bier aus Neuseeland. Very British aber nicht altmodisch eingerichtet.
Niedliches kleines Hotel aus der Gründerzeit ca. von 1880. Sehr sauber, modernes Bad. In der Innenstadt gelegen. Das Besondere war der zum Hotel gehörende Pub. Da gibt es Rippchen und Burger zu wirklich fairen Preisen und jede Menge Draft-Bier aus Neuseeland. Very British aber nicht altmodisch eingerichtet.
10
Michelle
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The food at the restaurant was amazing. The room was clean and spacious.
The food at the restaurant was amazing. The room was clean and spacious.
10
Brian
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel full of charm. Rooms very clean and spacious
Lovely hotel full of charm. Rooms very clean and spacious
6
Anthony
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at the Rutland Arms as part of a longer stay on our drive down to Wellington. The staff were all very friendly and the room decor was very nice. We didn't make it to the bar to get a drink in the evening, but the breakfast was good with a choice of cereals, yoghurt, berries, toast, and coffee. Only negatives were that the room was quite warm (even though the ceiling fan was on) and there was some paint missing in the bathroom that hindered the overall room decor. The hallway was much cooler than the room and the room is facing the sun, so perhaps adding blackout curtains to keep the sun out during the day might be an easy fix.
We stayed at the Rutland Arms as part of a longer stay on our drive down to Wellington. The staff were all very friendly and the room decor was very nice. We didn't make it to the bar to get a drink in the evening, but the breakfast was good with a choice of cereals, yoghurt, berries, toast, and coffee. Only negatives were that the room was quite warm (even though the ceiling fan was on) and there was some paint missing in the bathroom that hindered the overall room decor. The hallway was much cooler than the room and the room is facing the sun, so perhaps adding blackout curtains to keep the sun out during the day might be an easy fix.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and characterful with tasteful historic decor. Recurring downsides include low shower water pressure; some guests also noted occasional noise and warm rooms without air conditioning.
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Carol
Mar 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our short stay here. Whanganui is a great place, and the hotel is well-located. It had a fine atmosphere. We walked everywhere. The room was huge and comfortable. Breakfast was great. The host was very friendly. Would recommend.
We enjoyed our short stay here. Whanganui is a great place, and the hotel is well-located. It had a fine atmosphere. We walked everywhere. The room was huge and comfortable. Breakfast was great. The host was very friendly. Would recommend.
10
Sheena
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautifully decorated, clean room and very helpful staff. The water pressure in the shower was very low. But besides that we had a great time!
A beautifully decorated, clean room and very helpful staff. The water pressure in the shower was very low. But besides that we had a great time!
6
Julie
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for 1 night. Arrived an hour prior to check in but reception desk was closed with note saying to speak to restaurant staff. Lady advised we were early so to come back in an hour. I agreed we were early but just needed to know where the car park was. She returned with manager who was very accommodating, enabling us to park and check in despite room not being quite ready. He showed us the room and we agreed to return when ready. Room was large and comfortable but lacked any form of air con. A portable heater was provided with the cleaning lady advising where additional blankets were as the previous night had been very cold. Only downside was the shower that had no pressure and limited flow. Heater was left on all night in order to keep the room comfortable. Continental breakfast was provided with choice of cereal, coffee and toast. Check out went fine and manager was great in letting us keep the car there until early afternoon. Overall the stay was fine, but the shower let it down.
Stayed for 1 night. Arrived an hour prior to check in but reception desk was closed with note saying to speak to restaurant staff. Lady advised we were early so to come back in an hour. I agreed we were early but just needed to know where the car park was. She returned with manager who was very accommodating, enabling us to park and check in despite room not being quite ready. He showed us the room and we agreed to return when ready. Room was large and comfortable but lacked any form of air con. A portable heater was provided with the cleaning lady advising where additional blankets were as the previous night had been very cold. Only downside was the shower that had no pressure and limited flow. Heater was left on all night in order to keep the room comfortable. Continental breakfast was provided with choice of cereal, coffee and toast. Check out went fine and manager was great in letting us keep the car there until early afternoon. Overall the stay was fine, but the shower let it down.
10
Alan
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An authentic historical hotel tastefully refurbished to a high standard in a good location in a very walkable town.
An authentic historical hotel tastefully refurbished to a high standard in a good location in a very walkable town.
8
Philip J
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was good and very enjoyable The only downside was very loud music being played somewhere near the Rutland Arms late at night. I rang reception at 12.00 (midnight) but got no answer. I felt very frustrated by this!
The stay was good and very enjoyable The only downside was very loud music being played somewhere near the Rutland Arms late at night. I rang reception at 12.00 (midnight) but got no answer. I felt very frustrated by this!
10
Barry
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
10
S J
Dec 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
10
Erin
Jan 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic Central. Lovely spacious sunny rooms. Breakfast included. Only negative would be the shower pressure.
Fantastic Central. Lovely spacious sunny rooms. Breakfast included. Only negative would be the shower pressure.
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sivan
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was such a lovely experience! Very friendly staff, beautiful vintage feel, clean and well kept! Excellent beer and steak in the bar below, and they even offer a complementary breakfast, we had the muesli which was homemade and delicious! The only room for improvement is that the water pressure in the shower is low.. But aside from that everything was just lovely! Will definitely come back again!
This was such a lovely experience! Very friendly staff, beautiful vintage feel, clean and well kept! Excellent beer and steak in the bar below, and they even offer a complementary breakfast, we had the muesli which was homemade and delicious! The only room for improvement is that the water pressure in the shower is low.. But aside from that everything was just lovely! Will definitely come back again!
6
Anthony
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at the Rutland Arms as part of a longer stay on our drive down to Wellington. The staff were all very friendly and the room decor was very nice. We didn't make it to the bar to get a drink in the evening, but the breakfast was good with a choice of cereals, yoghurt, berries, toast, and coffee. Only negatives were that the room was quite warm (even though the ceiling fan was on) and there was some paint missing in the bathroom that hindered the overall room decor. The hallway was much cooler than the room and the room is facing the sun, so perhaps adding blackout curtains to keep the sun out during the day might be an easy fix.
We stayed at the Rutland Arms as part of a longer stay on our drive down to Wellington. The staff were all very friendly and the room decor was very nice. We didn't make it to the bar to get a drink in the evening, but the breakfast was good with a choice of cereals, yoghurt, berries, toast, and coffee. Only negatives were that the room was quite warm (even though the ceiling fan was on) and there was some paint missing in the bathroom that hindered the overall room decor. The hallway was much cooler than the room and the room is facing the sun, so perhaps adding blackout curtains to keep the sun out during the day might be an easy fix.
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Service
Staff are repeatedly praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-ins and luggage assistance. A few guests reported limited late-night responsiveness.
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Ruben
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived very late closer to 11pm Flynn was waiting to greet us Wonderful host The room was clean specious Bathroom with double sinks Complementary continental breakfast was our bonus Free for guests in the hotel Highly recommend this lovely hotel Thank you well appreciated accommodation Renata and Ruben
We arrived very late closer to 11pm Flynn was waiting to greet us Wonderful host The room was clean specious Bathroom with double sinks Complementary continental breakfast was our bonus Free for guests in the hotel Highly recommend this lovely hotel Thank you well appreciated accommodation Renata and Ruben
8
Philip J
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was good and very enjoyable The only downside was very loud music being played somewhere near the Rutland Arms late at night. I rang reception at 12.00 (midnight) but got no answer. I felt very frustrated by this!
The stay was good and very enjoyable The only downside was very loud music being played somewhere near the Rutland Arms late at night. I rang reception at 12.00 (midnight) but got no answer. I felt very frustrated by this!
10
Barry
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
Rooms are very spacious and extremely well decorated. No lift but the barman assisted us with luggage. The room attendant is 75 but she is an absolute gem and very thorough with the room makeup. Bar downstairs is not noisy and has great food BUT I didn’t like the vanilla rice pudding.
10
S J
Dec 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
10
James
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. Great location and central to things to do. Room was warm and inviting when we arrived. Great advice provided by staff. Would highly recommend.
Wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. Great location and central to things to do. Room was warm and inviting when we arrived. Great advice provided by staff. Would highly recommend.
10
Joan
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, beautiful furniture and great complimentary breakfast
Friendly staff, beautiful furniture and great complimentary breakfast
8
Cathy
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very welcoming.
Staff very welcoming.
8
Julie
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
10
Barbara
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were so friendly and helpful!
The staff were so friendly and helpful!
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Heather
Jan 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely boutique hotel, staff were awesome
Lovely boutique hotel, staff were awesome
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Location
Central, walkable location close to the CBD, river, and attractions, making it easy to explore Whanganui on foot.
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Carol
Mar 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our short stay here. Whanganui is a great place, and the hotel is well-located. It had a fine atmosphere. We walked everywhere. The room was huge and comfortable. Breakfast was great. The host was very friendly. Would recommend.
We enjoyed our short stay here. Whanganui is a great place, and the hotel is well-located. It had a fine atmosphere. We walked everywhere. The room was huge and comfortable. Breakfast was great. The host was very friendly. Would recommend.
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jean
Mar 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean and handy for getting about
It was clean and handy for getting about
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Kellie
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location - so easy to see most of Whanganui without getting in a car. Hotel is in a historic building so older but amenities were fine. The restaurant connected to the property is very popular so reservations were required on weekends. Food was pub menu but quite tasty. We would stay here again. Thank you.
Great location - so easy to see most of Whanganui without getting in a car. Hotel is in a historic building so older but amenities were fine. The restaurant connected to the property is very popular so reservations were required on weekends. Food was pub menu but quite tasty. We would stay here again. Thank you.
8
Grant
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was surprising quiet. Was worried being above a pub but it wasn't an issue. Is centrally located, easy walk to most attractions.
Property was surprising quiet. Was worried being above a pub but it wasn't an issue. Is centrally located, easy walk to most attractions.
10
Bryan
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room in historic hotel, close to cbd, good dining room
Great room in historic hotel, close to cbd, good dining room
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Hans Peter
Jan 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Big room - good location
Big room - good location
10
Amy
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location great facilities highly recommended
Great location great facilities highly recommended
8
Tim
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The historical presentation friendly helpful staff complimentary breakfast and situation meant we could walk to another venue.
The historical presentation friendly helpful staff complimentary breakfast and situation meant we could walk to another venue.
10
tom
Feb 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very quaint property and very accessible to everything.
Very quaint property and very accessible to everything.
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Margaret
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel ideally situated in the centre of town, an easy walk to Galleries studios and other attractions
Hotel ideally situated in the centre of town, an easy walk to Galleries studios and other attractions
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Dining
Food in the on-site pub/restaurant earns strong praise for taste and atmosphere, and the complimentary continental breakfast is appreciated. A few reviews noted limited service or closure on some nights.
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S J
Dec 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
The rooms met the old-world charm expected of a hotel of its age. The food and staff were both fantastic & welcoming, with the added advantage of booking meals & drinks to my room. Recommended as the place to stay in Wanganui.
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Jan
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
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Julie
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. We dined there several times at the restaurant and the food and service were great.
10
Michelle
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The food at the restaurant was amazing. The room was clean and spacious.
The food at the restaurant was amazing. The room was clean and spacious.
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John
Jul 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Arrived just before 8:30pm. Reception closed, went to bar to check in. Informed kitchen was closed other than chips or wedges which is illegal in NZ as food must be provided. Eventually we were offered a chicken salad or burger which we declined. Basically we went to our room at 9:30pm as they started to vacuum the bar area with no food and a couple of drinks. Admittedly it was a Monday but $190 per night is too steep for what was on offer not a lot.
Arrived just before 8:30pm. Reception closed, went to bar to check in. Informed kitchen was closed other than chips or wedges which is illegal in NZ as food must be provided. Eventually we were offered a chicken salad or burger which we declined. Basically we went to our room at 9:30pm as they started to vacuum the bar area with no food and a couple of drinks. Admittedly it was a Monday but $190 per night is too steep for what was on offer not a lot.
10
Angela
Nov 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Rutland Arms Hotel is a gem in the heart of Whanganui. The individual and thoughtful decor of the rooms captures the essence of the historic origins of the hotel and the restaurant and bar are bustling and cosy, offering a varied menu and catering very well for GF. The continental breakfast, included in the tariff was excellent. We’ll definitely be back.
The Rutland Arms Hotel is a gem in the heart of Whanganui. The individual and thoughtful decor of the rooms captures the essence of the historic origins of the hotel and the restaurant and bar are bustling and cosy, offering a varied menu and catering very well for GF. The continental breakfast, included in the tariff was excellent. We’ll definitely be back.
10
Carolyn
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, friendly smiley staff. Comfy bed and cosy room. Great food at the bar/restaurant. Convenient location to dinning options.
Great stay, friendly smiley staff. Comfy bed and cosy room. Great food at the bar/restaurant. Convenient location to dinning options.
10
sivan
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was such a lovely experience! Very friendly staff, beautiful vintage feel, clean and well kept! Excellent beer and steak in the bar below, and they even offer a complementary breakfast, we had the muesli which was homemade and delicious! The only room for improvement is that the water pressure in the shower is low.. But aside from that everything was just lovely! Will definitely come back again!
This was such a lovely experience! Very friendly staff, beautiful vintage feel, clean and well kept! Excellent beer and steak in the bar below, and they even offer a complementary breakfast, we had the muesli which was homemade and delicious! The only room for improvement is that the water pressure in the shower is low.. But aside from that everything was just lovely! Will definitely come back again!
8
Brett
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I only stayed overnight, staff were excellent, bar and restaurant very convenient, one issue I found was the water pressure in the shower was pretty much nonexistent
I only stayed overnight, staff were excellent, bar and restaurant very convenient, one issue I found was the water pressure in the shower was pretty much nonexistent
10
Amy
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
Great location and room, everything I needed, restaurant is great too and food was lovely Easy parking 100% recommend
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Paul
Aug 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and super-friendly staff. The hotel rooms show their age and could do with a makeover.
Great location and super-friendly staff. The hotel rooms show their age and could do with a makeover.
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Nicholas
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful historic hotel. Fantastic restoration. Staff are lovely. Recommended to everyone.
Beautiful historic hotel. Fantastic restoration. Staff are lovely. Recommended to everyone.
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Michael
Jul 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Just an overnight stop but what a gem . Great rooms staff and bar . No need to go anywhere else once you there . Good parking out back . If I had to make a criticism it would be water pressure in shower wasn’t great .
Just an overnight stop but what a gem . Great rooms staff and bar . No need to go anywhere else once you there . Good parking out back . If I had to make a criticism it would be water pressure in shower wasn’t great .
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Michael
Jun 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old hotel, great location, good facilities and nice friendly staff. Sadly could not warm our bedroom up much and water pressure in shower not great. Overall a lovely stay.
Lovely old hotel, great location, good facilities and nice friendly staff. Sadly could not warm our bedroom up much and water pressure in shower not great. Overall a lovely stay.
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Peter
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our two nights at the Rutland Arms. Perfect location for all the local amenities, parking at the rear, lovely staff, spacious, comfortable and clean accommodation. Sky Movies and Sports was an unexpected bonus. The only improvement would be to increase the pressure on the shower, we are all for the environment but it was not much more than a trickle so took ages to rinse off shampoo and soap. Otherwise, the perfect stay.
We loved our two nights at the Rutland Arms. Perfect location for all the local amenities, parking at the rear, lovely staff, spacious, comfortable and clean accommodation. Sky Movies and Sports was an unexpected bonus. The only improvement would be to increase the pressure on the shower, we are all for the environment but it was not much more than a trickle so took ages to rinse off shampoo and soap. Otherwise, the perfect stay.
FAQs about Rutland Arms Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Whanganui Central, just steps from Watt Fountain and Queens Park. It is 0.2 miles from Moutoa Gardens and Wanganui Community Arts Centre, and approximately 4.9 km from Whanganui Airport.
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The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- This property accepts cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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