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Rydges Wellington

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near Te Papa

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View | Living area
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Unwind in the heart of Pipitea at Rydges Wellington, where luxury meets eco-friendliness. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Portlander restaurant, relax by the indoor pool or rejuvenate with some spa time. With free in-room WiFi and a gym to keep you active, this hotel offers an ideal blend of comfort and relaxation.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Suite

Superior King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Two Double Room with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Package Kids Stay&Eat Free-Twin Room City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

City View King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

City View Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
75 Featherston St, Wellington, 6011

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Te Papa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sky Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 44 min drive
  • Wellington Station - 3 min walk
  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 4 min drive
  • Wellington Ngauranga Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pit Featherston - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trax Bar & Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington puts you a short five-minute drive from Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Portlander, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences at this luxurious hotel include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 280 rooms
    • Arranged over 17 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.00 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Self parking may be reserved in advance for the listed fee or for a reduced rate based on availability on arrival.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • On-site valet parking (NZD 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 2007
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Portlander – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 25 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 39 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.00 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day

Parking

  • Valet parking costs NZD 45 per day with in/out privileges
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Rydges Hotel Wellington
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Wellington Rydges
Rydges Wellington Hotel Wellington
Rydges Wellington Hotel
Holiday Inn Wellington
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Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Wellington offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rydges Wellington 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.

Is there a pool at Rydges Wellington?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Rydges Wellington?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rydges Wellington?

Yes. Valet parking costs NZD 45 per day. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Wellington?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Rydges Wellington and nearby?

Rydges Wellington has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Wellington?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Portlander.

Does Rydges Wellington have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a fridge and a microwave.

What's the area around Rydges Wellington like?

Rydges Wellington is in Pipitea, a short 3-minute walk from Wellington Station and 15 minutes' walk from Te Papa. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Rydges Wellington Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, fantastic, amazing, and yummy, with many guests praising the quality and variety of the buffet. (15 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its great facilities and relaxing atmosphere. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, great amenities and good breakfast
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

Very comfortable stay, nice big room, good service.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay was good. Always enjoy Rydges Wellington. There were a couple of minor glitches, TV not loading, and coffee missed on room service, but these were quickly attended to, and staff quick to apologise for any inconvenience - there hadn’t been.
Deborah, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location good for the things we wanted to do while in Wellington.
Leslie Whitney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Perfect location. Highly recommend
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Return visit and always a great Hotel to stay at if on business or pleasure in Wellington!
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for what we wanted!
Emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, clean and in a very convenient location. Plenty to do around and will definitely be staying again.
Tui, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very centrally located in the Wellington downtown area. Walkable to waterfront, cable car and many restaurants.
Bruce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very centrally located in downtown. Walkable to Sky Stadium and ferry terminals... no need for a vehicle.
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay. Close to the harbor, walk to many attractions and good places to eat.
Tony, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location, pool water view
Vincent, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good property
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable

This is a beautiful hotel in a wonderful location, as we were taking the train the next morning. We enjoyed our view of the bay.
Jean C., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent central city hotel.
Stuart, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family go to

We always stay here when we come as a family. Walking distance to shops, food and activities and the street parking is easy with over night being free.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was lovely, great food in the restaurant and service in the bar.
Shahnaz, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Issues trying to get room cleaned. They only replaced towels, very little cleaning done. TV constantly didn't work. Either did room heater
Terrence, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The restaurant in the hotel was AMAZING! One of the best meals we are.
Zachariah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room service
Charlie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy walk to waterfront, dining & shopping
Anne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quiet room, parking was full on arrival which made it a bit tricky, we did park across the road, which was fine for us as we were leaving early the next morning, something ti be aware of though.
Amanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The reception staff were lovely.
Fiona, 1-night trip