Rydges Wellington

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Rydges
8.2 (4811 reviews)
75 Featherston Street , Wellington , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Dirty bathroom
Rude service
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.28
Rooms need urgent attention, tiles broken/cracked, and some areas were not clean.
Service
8.75
Staff were friendly; however, some experiences of rudeness were reported.
Location
9.29
Location is superb and highly praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.74
Rooms are quite dated, with some mentions of mattress issues and old bathrooms.
Amenities
8.27
Despite some amenities issues, guests reported good experiences with what was available.
Value for Money
7.73
Many guests felt it didn't represent good value for money given the condition of rooms.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Breakfast delivered on time, but the menu was repetitive.
Overall Experience
8.25
Guest experiences varied widely, with some major positives and significant negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:10

Property Description

Unique Harbour and City Outlooks - Rydges Wellington boasts a prime location on downtown Featherston Street, offering guests a stunning combination of harbour and city views.

Modern Facilities and Amenities - This 4-star hotel provides guests with contemporary conveniences such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and kitchenettes in all rooms. For added comfort, there are apartment-style suites with washer and dryer facilities available.

Award-Winning Dining Experience - Indulge in a culinary delight at Portlander Bar & Grill, the hotel's acclaimed restaurant. With a focus on local and seasonal ingredients, as well as premium cuts of meat, Portlander offers guests a memorable dining experience.

Experience the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and culinary excellence at Rydges Wellington. Book your stay now!

Important information:

For rates that include breakfast, please note that different policies and additional supplements may apply for extra guests.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express or JCB Card credit cards.

We have valet parking available at the rate of $45 per day. This is subject to availability on arrival and we are unable to pre book this. Only upon arrival we would be able to let you know if we have a space available. Please note the vehicle must be under 6.6 feet in height.
If we do not have any parking here at the hotel, there is a Prime Parking building just a couple of minutes walk away on Stout street. Our reception team can direct you there when you check in.

Please note that a bond may be required at check-inPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: WLG

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs NZD 40 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4811 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.28
Service: 8.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Erin • couple • us
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Erin • couple • us
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Simon • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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neil • couple • au
9
Pros:

Great location and good value

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Anette • couple • de
8
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Jerico • couple • nz
9
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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jan • couple • nz
10
Have stayed a few times and can’t fault it
Pros:

Great location for when we are going to the Stadium

Cons:

The view of the other building, should have booked the room a bit higher to get the view of the Harbour

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Location to downtown

Cons:

The room was not comfortable. The air was not working.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • hk
8
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • nz
9
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Andy • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

The hotel gave us a full refund as we didn't stay.

Cons:

We didn't stay because there were no stair alternative to get our room and my wife has claustrophobia.
We weren't told how to use the lift so the door closed and we were stuck inside.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • au
8
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • au
10
Had a brilliant night day in comfort
Pros:

Beautiful room suited our needs right for a girls weekend
Able to have drinks and nibbles downstairs a bonus

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Lyudmyla • family_with_children • au
8
Good location
Pros:

The location was fantastic. The view from the room was stunning. Breakfast was decent. It is nice that the hotel had an on-site restaurant ( though expensive but nice) pool and sauna.

Cons:

The hotel was understaffed. The people in front desk were nice but they were overloaded with work. 1 or two receptionists during peak hours is not enough for the big hotel. Sauna was cold.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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raymond • couple • au
6
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Selwyn • couple • nz
10
Great location, great food
Pros:

The reception was friendly and gave us tips on where to get the cheapest parking. No on-site parking remaining. Our room had an amazing view of the CBD. We got exclusive use of the pool, spa and sauna as we went there at a good time. No one else was around. The room service meal was hot, tasty and delivered quick. The wait time was meant to be 40 minutes, but only took 15 minutes. We dined at the Portlander restaurant on site. Service was amazing and the food was exceptional. We tried the fresh oysters, then the steak. 10/10. A little bit expensive but worth it for sure. I will definitely stay there again.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • solo_traveller • nz
5
Pros:

It was handy and well serviced.

Cons:

The old aircon unit was very noisy, and the room very hot when I turned it off.
The colours were very dark and felt a bit depressing.
The breakfast felt pressured for space and staff.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Ashleigh De'Adman • couple • nz
7
Good stay but room for improvement
Pros:

The pool, spa, sauna.
The location.
The size of the bed.

Cons:

You cannot pay for parking in advance. We had to wake up early just to move our car and ask if there was parking.
The pillows were old and lumpy.
The shower pressure wasn't great.
There was a lightbulb out in the bathroom.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee