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Rydges Wellington

4.5 star property

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View | Living area
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr

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75 Featherston St, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lambton Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Parliament Buildings
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 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
(25 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 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)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior King Suite

Superior King Suite

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

City Double Room, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Wellington

A luxury stay in the heart of Wellington awaits you at Rydges Wellington. Within steps you'll find Wellington Central Business District and Old Government Buildings. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Portlander, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Near this 4.5-property class Pipitea hotel, you'll find Interislander Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lambton Quay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Zealand Parliament Buildings - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beehive - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sir Breadwins - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trax Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rydges Wellington

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 centre and meeting rooms are available. A fitness centre, 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
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rydges Wellington offers 280 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Accommodation at this 4.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 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

Restaurants on site

  • Portlander

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

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

More

  • 17 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

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

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from 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 per cent

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 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
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 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. 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Rydges Wellington?

Rydges Wellington offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Wellington?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Wellington on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$154, including 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.

Is parking available at Rydges Wellington?

Yep, Rydges Wellington has valet parking with in/out privileges for NZD 45 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Rydges Wellington?

The closest beach to Rydges Wellington is Oriental Bay Beach (1.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at Rydges Wellington?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Rydges Wellington. It has a hot tub and a sauna.

Does Rydges Wellington have a pool?

Rydges Wellington has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Rydges Wellington family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rydges Wellington is a hit with families.

Does Rydges Wellington serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors love the buffet brekkie here! Offered daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rydges Wellington?

No, Rydges Wellington does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rydges Wellington?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rydges Wellington?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rydges Wellington?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Rydges Wellington Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rhys

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was dirty and second floor. Events area was smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable and the staff were great but the room was so loud! The air con rattled away in the corner all night and we could hear road noise and sirens even from the 15th floor. Parking was convenient but expensive at $45/night and couldn’t be booked in advance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was as you would expect- i live part time in Wellington and stay in the city for the occasional day- great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Misty B

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was terrible and there was no early check in available or carparking request allowed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasleen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so good, great bed. Only thing was the air con. It was quite loud. Otherwise great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Esther

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed. Hotel had no secure parking and limited valet parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gave an early check in on a cold rainy day
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel and service was great. Not very impressed with the glass window between the bedroom/lounge and bathroom. The toilet which is in the bathroom right beside the window. Those that are sitting in the bedroom/lounge can see you moving around in there. An very awkward feeling when you are sitting on the toilet. They should paint them
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ronald Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic, hotel in a perfect Location, walking distance to bay, train station, shops etc etc, great breakfast and the drinks from the bar at the Hotel also fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Had problems with tv and conditioning. Complained for 4 days and on the forth day offered us a move to another room, which I
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Tara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gaurav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

The room was good but had to ask for extra items during the week as they ran out. Loved the pool and spa. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here after the Northern Explorer train. The hotel is a 5” walk from train station. Room was spotless, mattress comfortable, linens crisp, pillows were a bit too big for our comfort. Mini bar in room with no posted prices. The staff was very helpful with walking directions to ferry in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRONWYN, Robina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very central to everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ning

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mani Fagundes dos

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

HAiley

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

BRUCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very nice. The restaurant food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern hotel with helpful staff. We chose a room with a sea view and enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service from young nan who fixed our heating and garaged our car. Convenient location. Pool looks great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, great location in this beautiful city, staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great staff at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025