Rydges Wellington

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Rydges
8.2 (5223 reviews)
75 Featherston Street , Wellington , NZ
+64 4 499 8686

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 5223 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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Tahana • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Tara • solo_traveller • nz
9
Overall comfortable and very helpful. Especially Katie Spicer, restaurant staff and other staff including reception and
Pros:

The staff were very helpful. Room clean

Cons:

The room was a bit dated and needed some maintenance

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • family_with_children • nz
8
Overall pleased with experience
Pros:

Location was pertect , very much appreciative off valet parking made available for me due to health reasons

Cons:

Room was ok but carpet very tatty in places, and very slippery flooring in shower unit

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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maria jose zabala alfons • family_with_children • es
8
Perfecto para recalar en Wellingtown
Pros:

Amplitud de espacios y cuidado todo.

Cons:

Bañera en el baño en lugar de ducha

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • nz
5
Pros:

Location and nice room

Cons:

Very noisy air conditioning unit. I had to switch it off

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • nz
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Vivien • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Clean and had some cooking facilities and a good size room. Right in the middle of the city.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Marilyn • family_with_children • nz
9
I would stay at Rydges again next time I come to Wellington
Pros:

The lap pool

Cons:

I thought the breakfast at $40 pp a bit expensive.

I was with my grandson who eats like a sparrow and I am not a big eater either.

We went to cafes for breakfast

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • couple • au
9
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Garry and Liz • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Location
Comfy beds
Pool for kids

Cons:

Double bed for 2 tall adults is too small, so felt the value for money not great

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • au
5
Probably won’t return to this hotel.
Pros:

Parking was a nightmare!!!! Not fun walking luggage from 2 streets away! Not very family friendly. Location was okay. Check in wasn’t great. Staff not very helpful.

Cons:

PARKING - or lack there-of!!! Poor location. Room was small & not very clean. Beds comfy

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Dineen • family_with_children • nz
8
Stay was great for visiting wellington and WOW
Pros:

room was fine to share with 2 children

Cons:

I thought it was quite expensive

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Alfredo • solo_traveller • pt
7
Um hotel que pretende ser mais do que na realidade é.
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Falta de cuidado nos detalhes e atendimento caótico no restaurante.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • couple • nz
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Henrik • solo_traveller • nz
9
A really good location for travellers. Very helpful staff who advised me how to solve a problem I had.
Pros:

The location was the thing for me. Excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Izanne • family_with_children • nz
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • extended_group • nz
5
Staff are very friendly great location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No towels to dry off after the pool

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Jeevani • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Loved the comfy bed and great location. Our daughter loved the spa and pool. The restaurant served delicious breakfast and dinners.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee