Westmere
Whanganui
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.
Whanganui Museum
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.
Virginia Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.
Durie Hill Memorial Tower
Learn about the local history of Whanganui with a stop at Durie Hill Memorial Tower. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Durie Hill Elevator
Enjoy an outing to Durie Hill Elevator during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Westmere Hotel Deals
Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town
Lovely new unit, well kept and private. Check in and check out process was easy. Enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
Couldnt get tv 1 2 3 channel in the room the showers weren't that great soap in toilet wasnt filled and i did let the manger know and you could hear people in there rooms
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
The Avenue Hotel
The kids loved the pool and the room was nice and clean. Great location.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
151 on London Motel
All round excellent value. Hostel Alex went above & beyond. Let me use their water hose to wash my car and glass cleaner as well. Clean and modern suites. I highly recommend the place.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Aotea Motor Lodge
Clean
Reviewed on 28 December 2025
The Rutland Arms Inn
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.
Reviewed on 23 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around Westmere
Otamatea
When in Otamatea, you can plan a visit to Virginia Lake and Whanganui Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Springvale
While Springvale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Virginia Lake and Whanganui Museum.
Saint Johns Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Johns Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Virginia Lake and Whanganui Museum.
Castlecliff
Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.
Tawhero
Tawhero might not have many top sights, but Virginia Lake and Whanganui Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
College Estate
While College Estate might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whanganui Museum and Sarjeant Gallery.
Westmere
- Bason Botanic Gardens
- Castlecliff Beach
- Mowhanau Beach
- Whanganui Museum
- Virginia Lake
- Durie Hill Memorial Tower
- Waverley Beach
- South Beach
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
- Bushy Park Homestead & Forest
- Durie Hill Elevator
- Turakina Beach
- Sarjeant Gallery
- Queens Park
- Wanganui Community Arts Centre
- Putiki Church
- Watt Fountain
- Aramoana Hill
- Ward Observatory
- Moutoa Gardens
- Operiki Pa
