1 Ingestre Street, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand
#1 of 13 Holiday rentals in Whanganui
Guests' ChoiceBased on 254 apartment reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 October 2022
Nigel
New ZealandWe appreciated the cleanliness of the place and the excellent condition the unit was in. It was good being able to just cross the road and walk along the river path.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 1 October 2022
Shaun
Australiaclean, well located, well equipped
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 22 September 2022
Amy
New ZealandEverything! Comfort, cleanliness, cosy and safe feel! The space was fantastic and I loved every minute!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 17 September 2022
Claire
New ZealandThe location was perfect.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Ian
New ZealandNothing.
Good location, excellent for biking. Trail/ walkway, just across the road. Great hospitality from host. Unit very nice, well stocked. Good shower etc. Storage good. Our bikes being able to be under cover great.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 13 September 2022
Robyn
New ZealandThere was nothing we didn't like.
From the stove top espresso pot to the convection microwave, and the fresh milk and ground coffee in the fridge, every single need has been carefully thought through and catered for. I can't think of any better appointed studio apartment for this value in all our travels.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 3 September 2022
Kate
New ZealandReally great place. Newly renovated with a designer finish. Comfy bed and beautiful shower room. Really close to town (a 5 minute stroll) and lots of helpful recommendations for things to do and cool places to eat. We’ll be back!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 30 August 2022
Jennifer
New ZealandHigh quality unit, incredibly clean and the location was great, river view and short walk into city centre
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 28 August 2022
Melanie
New Zealandnothing - it had everything you need for a short break
Great location near the river and a short walk to the city centre
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 25 August 2022
Mark
United KingdomGreat attention to detail in all respects, every requirement had been thought of and all kitchenware and appliances very high quality. Excellent and roomy shower!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 23 August 2022
Leanne
Australianothing
spotlessly clean and great location!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 18 August 2022
Jenny
New ZealandBeautifully appointment - close to town and river
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
Anna
New ZealandEverything was perfect.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 11 August 2022
Ying
New Zealandvery clean and new
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 3 August 2022
Tim
New ZealandI loved how even though I arrived later in the evening the host came and said hi, asked about my job and said goodnight. Very friendly, great room and I had a good stay.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 31 July 2022
Angela
New Zealandnothing
Great set up, excellent extra touches that made it an excellent quality stay
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2022
Anne
New Zealandnothing
clean, new, well appointed
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 3 July 2022
Amanda
New Zealandtraffic noise, but not too bad
clean and modern plus lovely host
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 29 June 2022
Cathy
New ZealandNothing
Everything!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 29 June 2022
Carole
New ZealandThere was nothing to not like.
A wonderful stopover with every need catered for. Bed was very comfortable and a super shower. Very clean and quiet. Would highly recommend it for either a short or long stay.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 25 June 2022
John
New ZealandNil
Spotless, well appointed and amazingly quiet given the location.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 21 June 2022
Bridget
New ZealandLockbox outside
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 14 June 2022
Amy
New ZealandSo clean and fresh with attention to detail. Perfect for traveling alone as I was safe and warm and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 12 June 2022
Graham
New ZealandI booked this very last minute for my parents as their current accommodation had not worked out. The hosts were super responsive and the property was perfect, in a great location for exploring Whanganui.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 12 May 2022
Natalie
New ZealandI'm just sad I didn't find this place sooner!
Smith House is an exceptional place to stay, absolute value for money and then some. I agree with all of the reviews I read prior to my visit, however, I loved the mattress (I don't necessarily think it was firm, just not saggy, which is good in my book !). Attention to detail here is fabulous, quality bedding, lovely coffee, luxurious shower gel and hand wash in the bathroom - no nasty plastic wrapped soap here! Chromecast on the TV is much appreciated as opposed to the tired old sky channels. Super handy to the river for that early morning walk. Access to the property was super easy. I will definitely be back. Thanks Rory for not charging me for the smashed wine glass. WOOPS!
Stayed in May 2022
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