ASURE Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

ASURE Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge features a garden setting, 600 metres from the CBD and Wanganui Opera House. It offers free on-site parking and unlimited free WiFi access. The heated guest rooms are equipped with a TV that has more than 50 satellite channels and a DVD player. All rooms have a microwave, a fridge and an electric kettle. The property has a guest laundry facility. Luggage storage is provided. Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge ASURE is a 5-minute walk from Wanganui Racecourse and the Greyhound Track. It is a 4-minute drive from the War Memorial Hall and Sarjeant Art Gallery. Wanganui Airport is a 6-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Top pick by families with children

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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We have no availability here between Wed 26 Nov 2025 and Sat 29 Nov 2025

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“There was nothing we didn't like. The room was well appointed, it was spotlessly clean and the beds were comfortable. Couldn't have asked for anything more.”
Kevin
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location - easy, close access to all areas we were needing to access during our stay'”
Diana
New Zealand New Zealand
“Sue was so welcoming, the unit was so clean, well laid out, and an excellent bed.”
Carman
Australia Australia
“Comfortable, friendly helpful staff , sky & Netflix WiFi, roomy.”
Gary
New Zealand New Zealand
“A fantastic welcome, real milk, chilled water in the fridge. Clean and spacious rooms.”
Jackie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location great host fantastic on local knowledge very caring”
Charlotte
New Zealand New Zealand
“We arrived after work and they had turned on the light and heat pump . Bed was so comfortable. Good size room and space to have a relaxing evening . We had bikes and were able to store them safely and out of the rain . They gave us good...”
Rosemary
Australia Australia
“Easy check-in process, lovely and helpful staff. Clean, tidy and large room”
Nick
New Zealand New Zealand
“The hotel was lovely and warm and the room was very well presented. The staff were bubbly, very helpful and easy to talk too”
Liv
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very clean very warm and comfortable and awesome staff”

Property surroundings

House rules

ASURE Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform ASURE Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform ASURE Cooks Gardens Motor Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.