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Rydges Wellington

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Te Papa

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar

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75 Featherston St, Wellington, 6011
  • Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Two Double Room with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

City View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

City View Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Wellington

City center stay.At this Pipitea hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and Wellington Cenotaph. Lambton Quay and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Te Papa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sky Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 3 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rydges Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Otto - Champagneria & Beer Hall - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rydges Wellington

4.5-star luxury hotel near Te Papa
Rydges Wellington offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, a sauna, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Rydges Wellington. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Wellington hotel is smoke free.

  • 280 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rydges Wellington offers 280 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Accommodations at this 4.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 39 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 percent 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 39 per person
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rydges Hotel Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Wellington Rydges
Rydges Wellington Hotel Wellington
Rydges Wellington Hotel
Holiday Inn Wellington
Rydges Wellington Hotel
Rydges Wellington Wellington
Rydges Wellington Hotel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rydges Wellington to the airport?

Rydges Wellington is 5.1 mi (16-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Wellington?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Wellington on Sep 21, 2025 start from $100.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rydges Wellington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rydges Wellington.

How close is Rydges Wellington to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (6-min drive) from Oriental Bay Beach and 4.9 mi (18-min drive) from Island Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rydges Wellington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rydges Wellington, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 39 per person. It's available every day from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rydges Wellington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rydges Wellington?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Rydges Wellington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 45 per day.

Does Rydges Wellington have a pool?

Rydges Wellington features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Rydges Wellington have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rydges Wellington have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Rydges Wellington to downtown Wellington?

Rydges Wellington is 0.4 mi away from Wellington.

Rydges Wellington Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Karen, Auckland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely. TV didn’t work internet problems. Didn’t supply enough crockery or utensils not even a cork screw.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Guoliang

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Celine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Bed and breakfast was great, but TV did not work and staff could overall be friendlier and more forthcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Very comfortable stay, nice big room, good service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to from the Stadium, parking wasn't available and was instructed to park towards the stadium (at least 10 minute walk away) instead of the carpark building 2 mins walk on Stout street? Good service in restaurant for breakfast except from the Matradee that didn't seem to have time to be nice. Overall was a good place to stay and we would go back again, despite the little things with parking and restaurant staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a comfortable stay in Rydges Wellington. Do not stay here if you're driving though. Especially, if you have a big car (ute/van). They don't have enough parking for big cars and there are no covered parking nearby. That's what let me down. The staff also didn't seem helpful about it. But other than that, they were ok. Rydges Welly is along Pipitea. It would be good if you're going to the stadiums and wanna check out the beehive. It is 20-30 minutes walk from Te Aro though - where the cool cafes and young person vibes are.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean and tidy had a very comfortable evening
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, great amenities and good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

MIYOUNG

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to transport, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hotel maintenance need to check all rooms bathrooms. Great difficulty in open bathroom taps as well as kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Otaki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just fine. Great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

angela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen, Wherrol Flat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rydges in Wellington is very central to everything so it should have been a perfect spot but we found even on the top floor, we could hear the traffic. We had a nice view of the harbour but unfortunately filthy windows. We ended up cleaning them ourselves as the hotel staff weren't very helpful despite making commitments to have them cleaned. The rooms are a little challenging if you're not travelling alone. There's a frosted glass panel between the bed and the toilet which doesn't allow for much privacy at all. The shower was nice but there was only one hook for hanging a towel unless you wanted to use the rail over the toilet. Not a sanitary or desirable option. For a 5 star hotel, Rydges still has a way to go before I'd consider recommending it or staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was really good as it was close to the train station, and it was convenient to walk to the shopping district, restaurants and cafes. I liked the entrance as it was nice and clean, and there was also a seating area right there. However, the room was a bit of a disappointment. The room was very warm, even though the AC was on but it was quite old so there wasn't enough air coming through to cool the room down. And because it was a very old AC, it made a lot of noise throughout the day and night, so we didn't actually get a good sleep during our visit. The facilities inside the room were standard. The bed and pillows were too soft for us. The bathroom sink had cracks, and it was a bit dirty behind the bathroom door. Overall, it was alright for a few nights stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the front desk were all very welcoming and helpful. The gym is unexpectedly small with limited equipment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay as always at Rydges, however something needs to be done about the televisions. Ours kept turning off part way through a movie and wouldn't even turn on when we arrived. Helpful staff to turn it on though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Rydges Wellington

Hotel was fine. Nothing special about it. Restaurant staff seemed not very happy to be there, this includes the hotel manager. I found strange that children were using the lane pool, sauna and spa. The chromecast was unavailable and when we asked someone to come fix it, they said they removed it as "people were stealing it". We stay in room 901, which is close to the housekeeping closet, it was quite noisy all morning. Not good value for money but nice beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Only issue was the fact that although when booking it did not seem clear to me that the parking advertised as being available was in fact
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025