Whanganui's hotel market demand & supply report

The Whanganui hotel industry is at an inflection point where sustained economic expansion, strengthening visitor demand and constrained, ageing accommodation stock together create a clear opportunity for new hotel development in the city.

The district’s population is projected to grow, with evidence that recent population growth and lifestyle shifts are driving a more vibrant local economy, higher levels of business activity and increased visitor expenditure.

Whanganui’s profile as a visitor destination is growing as a result of significant public investment in venues, events and destination marketing, positioning the city well to capture higher‑value domestic and international visitors – particularly if suitable quality accommodation is available.

A full hotel market demand and supply report was commissioned to understand the size of the opportunity.