Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel  

On the banks of the Whanganui River, a short stroll from Victoria Avenue and the city centre. The Victorian riverside house sits about 1 km from downtown — roughly a 15-minute walk to Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens, and close to Sarjeant Gallery and the Whanganui Museum. Expect historic charm and family-friendly hostel energy.

Built in 1880, the property blends a Deluxe B&B wing with a classic YHA hostel vibe. There are eight unique private rooms in the B&B wing (shared bathrooms) with a nearby private lounge and dining room where optional breakfast is served, plus private family/group, double and twin cabins and two dorm rooms with bunk beds. Rooms have pillowtop beds and premium bedding, many with separate sitting areas; a large communal kitchen, lounge with TV and board games, a small book-swap library, outdoor seating and a garden complete the scene.

Free high-speed unlimited Wi‑Fi and free self-parking are on site. The place has a bar and snack deli, picnic and BBQ areas, a pizza oven, terrace and garden, bicycles to rent, a massage room, laundry and ironing facilities, luggage storage and a safe-deposit box. Wake up to river-breeze mornings and unwind in shared outdoor spaces.

Conference hall and meeting/presentation facilities are available for events and gatherings. High-speed internet throughout makes it easy to stay connected.

There’s a snack bar/deli and an on-site bar for casual bites and drinks. B&B wing guests can opt into breakfast in the private dining room, while the communal kitchen, BBQ and pizza oven are perfect for DIY meals and shared feasts.