Hermitage Hill Country Retreat

Hotels
8.4 (348 reviews)
135 Maxwell Street , Wellington , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Beautiful location
Unique historical charm
Helpful amenities
Cons:
Inconsistent room quality
Maintenance issues
Weak WiFi

Categories

Cleanliness
7.74
Several mentions of room quality issues, including a rock hard bed and maintenance problems.
Service
9.21
Staff were described as very accessible and provided a fantastic experience.
Location
9.25
The location was praised for its historical charm and beautiful views.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed reviews on room quality; some reported small or inadequate facilities.
Amenities
8.23
Positive mention of amenities such as the pool and kitchen area, but some lacked.
Value for Money
8.69
Most reviews indicate the experience was generally worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.24
No specific mentions but generally considered standard for the category.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall, guests had a positive experience despite some negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:10

Property Description

Relaxing Outdoor Spaces - Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, garden, and terrace at Hermitage Hill Country Retreat.

Cozy Common Areas - Unwind in the shared lounge area after a day of exploring Wellington.

Scenic Views - Some units offer a balcony with a serene garden view, perfect for a morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Book your stay at Hermitage Hill Country Retreat now and experience tranquility in Wellington!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express credit card. There is a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club credit card.


ALL CHECK IN IS CONTACTLESS. INSTRUCTIONS ARE CONVEYED VIA SMS ON THE DAY OF ARRIVAL.

The restaurant is closed until further notice.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 348 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.74
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 8.24
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Marg • couple • au
9
Great place to stay with dog.
Pros:

Lovely property with great views, especially with the mist the morning. Great having electric blanket as very cold while we were there but good heating. Nice large room and had everything we required. Staff were fantastic too.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Emily • family_with_children • au
5
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Rubina • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Calmness

Cons:

All goods

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Diane • solo_traveller • au
9
Great history building
Pros:

Great stopover location. I love the history of the building.

Cons:

Nothing. The restaurant would have been a great bonus but understand it's closed while being renovated

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jodi • couple • au
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • family_with_children • au
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • family_with_children • au
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • au
10
Can’t wait to stay again to see it after the renovations and the restaurant is up and running
Pros:

Heritage listed building, very clean & comfortable. Great host who gave us a quick tour

Cons:

Nil

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • au
7
Very clean, lovely staff and a great big kitchen to cook in.
Pros:

Historical , great big kitchen to cook in, big lovely verandah and great view.

Cons:

Don’t ask for Room 14. A big caravan beside it had a plug and hose joined to the property making a funny noise every half hour through the night.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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michelle • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • au
8
Comfy bit of history on the edge of town
Pros:

Spacious comfortable room from a bygone era

Cons:

Smart tv in the room would be good and need a vanity to put your toiletries on / in, in the en-suite. Need to get the restaurant up and running cos it’s a bit of a hike into town

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • au
4
Should not go back at the price!
Pros:

View

Cons:

Tiny room with no seating, nowhere to hang a shirt, and useless window covering.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Mitch • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • au
10
You need to come and see this lovely quiet and historical place!
Pros:

The host Lee is just the best, the location is excellent and very quiet. There is significant history to the premises and its interesting to visit. Views over town was lovely and even extended my stay with no problems. Highly recommend!

Cons:

Nothing, its a great place!!!

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • au
10
Charming, convenient, country feel close to the city
Pros:

Beautiful old estate, nice that it is surrounded by green open spaces away from the town centre but still super close. Check in and out was seamless.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • solo_traveller • au
10
Beautiful newly renovated rooms
Pros:

Beautiful newly renovated rooms with everything you need. A large communal area with kitchen and seating. Located on a hill on the edge of town so it was very quiet. Sadly I arrived at night so could not appreciate the property better!

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • extended_group • au
8
Great
Pros:

The location was peaceful

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • au
10
A walk down memory lane
Pros:

The old world charm

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee