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Little Nui

πŸ“ Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui

β˜…4.9(16 Google reviews)

A small but spotless indoor playground with separate baby and big-kid zones, calm enough not to overstimulate. Works well across a wide age range, including spicy and neurotypical kids alike.

βœ“ Very cleanβœ“ Friendly staffβœ“ Good for all agesβœ“ Baby and big-kid areasβœ“ Uncomfortable adult seating

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

This is a genuinely easy place to bring kids across a range of ages - one family had a 3, 5 and 8 year old all happily entertained, and there's a separate baby area for the littlest ones. It's on the smaller side but clean and calm rather than overstimulating, and parents even mention it working well for spicy and neurotypical kids alike.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Bring grip socks or check the rules before you go, as with most indoor play spaces
⏰Great for wearing out younger kids before nap or bedtime
🎟️Separate baby and big-kid zones mean you can visit with mixed ages
πŸš—Snacks and treats are available to buy on site

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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Paige Malcolm

2 months ago

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β€œWe visited Little Nui while we were in Whanganui on holiday and we’re so glad we found it! It was fantastic value for money, with plenty for my girl to do. The playground was clean, well set up and had so many fun activities to keep her entertained. The trampoline was definitely her favourite! A lovely little touch was the adorable grip socks-they are so cute. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the whole space had a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. If you’re local or just visiting like we were, Little Nui is absolutely worth a visit. Great value, a clean and safe environment and a wonderful place for little ones to play. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in town!”

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Susan Gibbons

4 months ago

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β€œLittle Nui is an absolute gem for a kids indoor play centre! While it might be on the smaller side, that's actually part of its charm. It feels incredibly cosy, making it perfect for younger children who can sometimes feel overwhelmed in larger, busier places. The space is thoughtfully designed, with plenty of engaging activities to keep little ones entertained. It's clear a lot of care has gone into creating a fun and safe environment. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be back! Thank you!”

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Rachel McFedries

11 months ago

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β€œSo impressed! Very clean, aesthetic vibe. Not too overstimulating. Couches for parents. Felt like an easy place to hang out. Just the right size for the kids we visited with - 8 year old, 5 year old, and 3 year old…. they had an absolute ball! Good that there’s a baby area and big kids area. Love the swings and little obstacles underneath the top level. Ka pai! A great place to spend a bit of time (visiting from out of town).”

πŸ“Š Commonly mentioned in Google reviews

Based on Google review tags

Fun for little ones

3 reviews

Cleanliness

3 reviews

Staff

3 reviews

Environment

3 reviews

Adults

2 reviews

Overview

A clean, calm indoor playground where a 3, 5 and 8 year old can all find their level without anyone getting trampled - there's a gated baby area for the littlest and bigger play for the older ones. The vibe is deliberately not overstimulating, which parents of spicy kids especially appreciate, and the staff get a genuine mention for being lovely. It's on the smaller side, and there are couches for parents, though seating can get a bit tight when it's busy.

πŸ• Opening Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday09:00-13:00
Wednesday09:00-17:00
Thursday09:00-13:00
Friday09:00-17:00
Saturday09:00-14:45
Sunday09:00-14:45

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