Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2 Plymouth Street, 4500 Whanganui, New Zealand – Great location - show map
Located next to the Whanganui River, Braemar House is a restored historic building, built in 1880, that offers a range of accommodation options from Deluxe Private rooms in the B&B wing through to Economy Family/Group and Private Cabins and budget-friendly shared Dormitory rooms. All rooms at Braemar House Wanganui include central heating. Some rooms in the B&B wing have access to the verandah with garden and river views. All B&B wing rooms are decorated in period design. There is a fully equipped kitchen for hostel guests’ use. Breakfast is served in the dining room for B&B wing guests. Both the hostel and B&B wing have a large lounge with TV, DVD player and a library. Free unlimited high-speed wireless internet access is available for all guests and there is free on-street parking at the front of the property. Laundry facilities are also available (charges apply). Barbecue facilities are available in the gardens. Braemar House is a 10-minute walk from cafes, restaurants and shops in Wanganui town centre. The historic restored paddle steamer Waimarie passes daily in front of Braemar House.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Richard
New Zealand
“Very welcoming staff/owners ,very well maintained property ,very clean rooms & facilities ,comfortable beds. Overall one of the nicer properties we stayed in on our 2 week trip of lower North Island. Motor bike friendly ! As good or better than...” - Magdalena
New Zealand
“It's a very old house (used to be a hospital in the past), however this place have a soul. Full of paintings, memorabiles, plants. The most comfortable bed during our all trip! The host is very friendly and kind. Very good value for money.” - Hendrik
South Africa
“Clean and tidy with a rich history. Was freshly painted and the owners very friendly and accommodating.”
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Managed by Calvyn & Alice
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Afrikaans,EnglishProperty surroundings
Facilities of Braemar House B&B and YHA HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Linen
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Street parking
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Afrikaans
- English
House rulesBraemar House B&B and YHA Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
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The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Braemar House in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that you cannot check after 20:00.
Please note that when booking for 10 or more guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.
FAQs about Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
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Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Whanganui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Bed in Dormitory
- Family
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Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Bicycle rental