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The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Embassy Theatre
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm
Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 40 meeting rooms
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • Free toiletries
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm

Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm

Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm

Single Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Eight Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Four Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington, 6001

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Courtenay Place - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St James Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Papa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 44 min drive
  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellington Ngauranga Station - 9 min drive
  • Wellington Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Myrtle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Deluxe Expresso Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Majestic Cuisine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ortega - Fish Shack & Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel

When you stay at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Interislander Ferry Terminal. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 58 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.8 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (6:00 AM - 5:30 AM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • 40 meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1883
  • ATM/banking

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 40.00
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.8 per cent

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that guests may experience noise from the bar and hotel building on Saturday nights/early Sunday mornings from 9 PM to 3 AM.

Also known as

Backpacker Cambridge
Cambridge Backpacker
Cambridge Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Wellington
Cambridge Hotel
Cambridge Wellington
The Cambridge Hotel
The Cambridge Hotel Hostel
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Wellington
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 40.00.
What is there to do at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Embassy Theatre (2-min walk) and Downstage Theatre (2-min walk), along with BATS Theatre (2-min walk) and Elliott House (3-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel like?
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel is in Te Aro, a short 1-minute walk from Wellington Central Business District and 4 minutes' walk from Courtenay Place.

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Marina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Close to great dining in Courtenay Place
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The age of the place
Ross, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good property all round. If i had to moan about something its the distance between my room and the ablutions (10metres ish). As well as their being a constant chill in the toilet/shower area (cant be helped tiling everywhere)
Matana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel also with a hostel
Ajay, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay
Annalise, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I like the option to go have dinner and a drink at the restaurant. The staff were friendly, very convenient and close to courtenay place to experience the wellington nightlife. Also close to shops, the te papa museum, other restaurants and the waterfront. I cant recommend this hotel enough. I definitely will come back someday in the future. 8/10 is the rating ill give
William, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bathrooms a little dirty, Toilet had mould growing in it but for budget accomodation I would definitely stay again. Super close to the bars and shops, On multiple bus lines, Free BBQ with a drink purchase on Fridays at the pub. Two very happy customers
Chevaughan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice and clean. Bed was comfortable and sheets were clean. Shared bathroom facilities toilets were clean showers were hot and private
Trish, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean rooms and reasonably priced
Haruru, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The guy working in the restaurant on Sunday morning was brilliant, the food was tasty and came out quickly but I was there at a time the rush was over. The room was good with the exception that both taps dripped all night but I could barely hear it over the noise from the celebration downstairs.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Check in was very slow as only one person helped guests the other sat there, he wasn't on the phone so no reason to not get up and help or at least acknowledge guests. My room on arrival wasn't very clean. I reported it to reception including specifics like hairs in the sink, dirty stained toilet and broken dripping shower control. The hairs were still there the next day, toilet was cleaner but still stained. Housekeeping didn't touch the bed but had folded the toilet paper and replaced the one of every product with just two conditioners and two body lotion to show they had been. Hairs still there after day three. On my last morning a staff member let themself into my room at 8.45am (well before checkout) no knocking or announcing. I saw the secure lock move then handle and had a bag in the way so they couldn't enter my room. The storage for bags isn't secure they leave the door open during the day and I have seen at least four people enter the room with no staff member standing there. The daytime receptionist let me leave my bags behind reception as she saw my concern but the front office manager had told the night receptionist this isn't to happen. It's an old rundown building with no sound proofing but I expect the basics - safety and clean - especially when I report it to staff.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Quite place can relax all day long
RUELANDO, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Hitomi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Max, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Needs a better airflow in the room. The room was stuffy needs a bigger fan, more outlets too
Jessica, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

We checked in a room of 4. There is only 1 window and only 1 small fan. No AC at all. We had so much problems with sleeping in that hot Room Whole night .
Ron, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great family stay!
Loved our stay here. Great value and location in a beautiful building. Would definitely recommend for any family!
Jennifer, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice staff, Clean, Basic but good for short stays
Samara, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Building work around the hotel. An unkempt part of Wellington, but my stay at the hotel was very good
Nicholas, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Friendly Staff, Not As Clean As I Prefer
It was not for me. There's a hostel side and a hotel side, and the hostel side was kind of gross. I did not like that they didn't have a single full sized sink. Everything felt dirty, I never saw more than one cleaning lady handling all the rooms and bathroom and kitchen. The sheets and bedding were clean, the pillow was questionable. They do give you a towel, so that was nice. And the staff were really friendly and helpful. Overall though, I don't mind things not being perfectly clean, but I constantly felt like there was a small layer of grime over everything.
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brett, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review