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.