Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (745 reviews)
2 - 8 Maginnity Street , Wellington , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Coffee Shop on site
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Unique character
Cons:
Limited evening staffing
Parking issues
No breakfast service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
Rooms reported as clean and well-kept, but some decor issues noted.
Service
9.05
Staff described as friendly and helpful, although availability is limited in the evenings.
Location
9.25
Fantastic location close to transport and city attractions, highly praised.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms spacious and comfortable, though some decor preferences vary.
Amenities
8.55
Good amenities mentioned, but parking concerns and no breakfast services noted.
Value for Money
8.75
Good value overall for the quality and location of the hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Limited food and beverage options noted, particularly lack of breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall, guests report a charming and satisfying experience despite some service limitations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:12

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Experience

Prime Location: Situated in the heart of Wellington, Wellesley Boutique Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Westpac Stadium and Queen's Wharf Event Centre.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, secure parking, and proximity to Wellington Airport and David Jones department store, all within reach.

Elegant Accommodations: Retreat to spacious guest rooms adorned with Georgian-style furnishings for a touch of sophistication.

Experience the charm and convenience of Wellesley Boutique Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card or Debit card.

Please note that this property requires a credit card pre-authorization or cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges.

Please note the cafe/bar is open from 7:00am until 8:00pm Monday until Friday.Please 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for NZD 55 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs NZD 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 745 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Fabio • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Saskia • couple • nl
8
Prima
Pros:

Perfecte locatie in een oud Victoriaans gebouw. Van de buitenkant erg oud en achterstallig onderhoud maar binnen prima en schoon.

Cons:

Parkeren betaald op straat of in een parkeergarage. Het gebouw heeft een zware opknapbeurt nodig aan de buitenkant. Receptie tot 1700 uur open.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Bennett • couple • gb
5
Tired but ok
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Shelley • extended_group • nz
9
Perfect staycation….
Pros:

It’s a brilliant location if your catching the Blue bridge ferry as it’s with in walking distance.
The only issue was we had no bath towels, but apart from that it’s perfect, we will definitely stay again. Comfortable beds and linen was lovely. Highly recommended this for a stay …..

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • be
8
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • nz
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Clare • extended_group • gb
9
Great place, friendly staff and quirky decor. Would stay again if I was in the area.
Pros:

Very quirky place, love the history of the building. Clean but a bit shabby chic in some areas.

Cons:

Quite a lot of street noise from delivery drivers in the early hours.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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gnolect • Couples • Cheshire, Connecticut
8
Full of charm
Pros:

This is a wonderful hotel full of older charm lacking in cookie-cutter hotel chains. Everything room is a little different but all equally lovely. With just 13 rooms it is has a quiet and intimate feeling. There is a delightful coffee shop attached that has space for lounging. As you would expect from a small hotel, the staff is extra friendly and helpful.

Two blocks in from the waterfront, near the cable car and beehive, it is well situated in the CBD for wandering.

2026-02-24 • via Tripadvisor
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David • couple • au
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • gb
4
Wouldn't rush back
Pros:

Large bedroom and bathroom.

Cons:

Wanted somewhere close to the ferry terminal but this was not easily walkable because of road layout. Whole experience felt a bit odd rather than quirky. Must be a very small number of rooms as reception unmanned from 5pm, so when we arrived at 5.30pm our room key was sitting in an envelope on the reception desk. Never saw any other guests but seemed to be a lot of noise throughout the night from upstairs floorboards and loud pipes. Masonic symbolism dotted about the hotel. Decor dated and room seemed clean but smelt a bit musty.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Trek44487913268 • Family
10
Historic and Lovely
Pros:

What a beautiful hotel - the main parts of the hotel feel like you stepped back into 1925 when the hotel was built but the rooms have been nicely updated. We were shown the rooms where the Free Masons meet. Located near downtown, the waterfront and the ferry terminal. Perfect!

2026-02-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
6
Historic bldg and good location. Acceptable but gloomy and not very welcoming.
Pros:

Good location. Room clean.

Cons:

Dark and gloomy generally and in the room - small overlooked window. No reception after 4 or 5 pm. When there's an evening function they leave the front door open - but as there's no reception staff anyone can walk in so didn't feel very safe. A very old lift - and a notice to say off the lift breaks down to call the engineers yourself. Overall didn't feel that welcoming.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Mathieu • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Sightseer51952244644 • Business
10
Quiet and warm
Pros:

Second time I've stayed here. I've stayed at a lot of hotels in Wellington, and this one is quiet and warm. I often struggle to sleep in hotels - so this has now become my go-to. So convenient to the waterfront for dinner or to go walking/running.

2026-02-09 • via Tripadvisor
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Lovely • extended_group • nz
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Close to sky stadium

Cons:

No parking however staff are very helpful in directing where we can park which is not very far from the hotel

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Top Lage im Stadtzentrum. Die Zimmer sind sauber und haben alles, was es braucht. Parkplätze gibt es in der Parkgarage direkt nebenan. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Von aussen könnte das Hotel eine Auffrischung vertragen. Boutique-Hotel würden wir es nicht nennen.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Herbert • solo_traveller • us
8
Basic convenience.
Pros:

Location!

Cons:

Kinda of an old musty feel, which the posted pictures convey. One high dormer-like window, but in side street of business district so there was little light and no view to begin with.

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Sheryl • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Staff were very accommodating and location was wonderful for us to go to Ed Sheeran concert

Cons:

It was a little to expensive so only stayed one night

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Noel • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, beautiful building, very clean and great location

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee