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title: "Rydges Wellington, Wellington: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Rydges Wellington in Wellington: rated 8.4 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★ · Event Hotels and Resorts
# Rydges Wellington

Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand

8.4 ·  Very good 683 reviews ·  #52 #52 of 97 in Wellington ·  8.6 Location score
## About Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington is a hotel in Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 683 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, 24-hour room service. It is 560 m from the centre of Wellington. The nearest beach is 1.1 km away. The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 5.6 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 280

- **Floors:** 13

- **Opened:** 2007

- **Chain:** Event Hotels and Resorts

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 16

75 Featherston Street [rydges.com](http://www.rydges.com/wellington)

## How Rydges Wellington scores

Better rated than 38% of hotels in Wellington

-   Guest rating **8.4**
-   Location **8.6**
-   Facilities **6.7**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **8.0**
-   Beach access **6.4**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Wellington average

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBar24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Sauna
-   Steam room
-   Hot tub

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **86**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Wellington Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">140 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Wellington International Airport (WLG)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Wellington</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">560 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Wellington Cenotaph230 m
-   Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision480 m
-   Plimmer Steps650 m
-   Premier House760 m
-   Antrim House790 m
-   Dominion Observatory960 m

## Rydges Wellington: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Experience the wonders of Wellington with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service and luggage storage provided by the front desk services. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At Rydges Wellington, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television, in-room video streaming and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Rydges Wellington, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Rydges Wellington. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at hot tub, salon, steam room, spa and sauna for a memorable experience. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.

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## Questions about Rydges Wellington

### How do guests rate Rydges Wellington?

Rydges Wellington has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 683 reviews, which is better than 38% of rated hotels in Wellington.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Wellington?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Rydges Wellington include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Rydges Wellington have a pool?

Yes, Rydges Wellington has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Rydges Wellington?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Rydges Wellington from the airport?

The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 5.6 km away in a straight line.

### Is Rydges Wellington close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.1 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Rydges Wellington have?

Rydges Wellington has 280 rooms on 13 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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