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The Rutland Arms Inn

4.0 star property
Whanganui inn with bar/lounge

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Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Rutland Arms Inn offers a warm welcome with dry cleaning services, luggage storage and helpful staff. Take advantage of the terrace to unwind or grab a drink at the bar while staying connected with WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$109 nightly
The total price is $127
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio) | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Victoria Ave & Ridgway Street, Whanganui, 4500

What's nearby

  • Watt Fountain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wanganui Community Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stellar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mischief - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Rutland Arms Inn

Enjoy your visit to Whanganui with a stay at The Rutland Arms Inn. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Rutland Arms Inn Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn
Rutland Arms Wanganui
Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
Rutland Arms Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn
The Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui
The Rutland Arms Inn Inn Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rutland Arms Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Rutland Arms Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Rutland Arms Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Rutland Arms Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What's the area around The Rutland Arms Inn like?

The Rutland Arms Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Whanganui Museum and 4 minutes' walk from Wanganui Community Arts Centre.

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Reviews

The Rutland Arms Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, with many reviewers praising the continental breakfast and homemade options. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

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!
Philip J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Love this place, great location and lovely room
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, beautiful furniture and great complimentary breakfast
Joan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the rooms at the Rutland Inn, the restaurant and bar were closed for renovation this time but alternative options were suggested
Jan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We were very happy with room but I think they need a bit more modernisation in bathrooms. Hey they are still great how they are but could be flasher.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place . My number one choice in Whanganui.
Erin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice for an overnight stay.

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.
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Recomendable

Bonito y clásico hotel. El personal muy amable y muy bueno el restaurante- pub del hotel
Maria Angeles, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The historical presentation friendly helpful staff complimentary breakfast and situation meant we could walk to another venue.
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wanganui

Hotel ideally situated in the centre of town, an easy walk to Galleries studios and other attractions
Margaret, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
sivan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kellie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel had a lovely homely feel to it. The furnishings were generally of days gone by but that all added to the charm of the property. The staff were all friendly and attentive. The area around was full of interesting features, even on a Sunday evening. The Durie Hill Elevator has to be visited.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the quaint elegance of the Rutland Arms Inn. The restaurant and bar onsite were excellent for dinner and the breakfast prepared for us got our day started. Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Lana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely homely hotel. A little noisy at night but ear plugs sorted that. Very good staff indeed
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wirklich schöne, historisch eingerichtete Zimmer, dass es auch ein Pub ist, störte nicht. Einfacher Zugang von der Rückseite mit Parkplätzen direkt zum Zimmer.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location great facilities highly recommended
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Historic
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the charm, continental breakfast, close to river.
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed a very friendly stay.
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was very cute hotel of 8 rooms, would recommend
Karl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Fantastic Central. Lovely spacious sunny rooms. Breakfast included. Only negative would be the shower pressure.
Erin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, convenient property that I would highly recommend
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Niedliches Hotel mit tollem Pub

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.
Oliver, 1-night trip