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Bignell Street Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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Bignell Street Motel sits in the center of Gonville, offering a quiet escape from everyday life. Guests can play a round at the adjacent golf course, relax in the garden, or browse the library for a good book to enjoy during their stay.

Reviews

3.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Kiwi Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Kiwi Unit

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Kiwi Plus Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Kiwi Plus Unit

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Kiwi Extra Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Kiwi Extra Unit

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
86 Bignell Street, Whanganui, 4501

What's nearby

  • Putiki Church - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Virginia Lake - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mixx Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bignell Street Motel

Motel located in Gonville
Consider a stay at Bignell Street Motel and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Bignell Street Motel boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Separate dining areas, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Bignell Street
Bignell Street Motel Wanganui
Bignell Street Motel Whanganui
Bignell Street Whanganui
Bignell Street Motel Motel
Bignell Street Motel Whanganui
Bignell Street Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Is Bignell Street Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bignell Street Motel?

Check-in start time: 8 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Bignell Street Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Bignell Street Motel located?

Located in Gonville, this beachfront motel is next to a golf course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Watt Fountain, Castlecliff Beach, and Queens Park. Moutoa Gardens and Whanganui Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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