Located next to the Whanganui River, Braemar House is a restored historic building offering both B&B accommodation and a separate YHA hostel. All rooms at Braemar House Wanganui include central heating. Some rooms in the B&B have access to the verandah with garden and river views. All B&B 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 guests. Both the hostel and B&B have a large lounge with TV, DVD player and a library. Wireless internet access and laundry facilities are provided for all guests. Free car parking is supplied. 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 the hostel.