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Hotel · ★★★
# Shepherds Arms Hotel

Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand

8.0 ·  Very good 472 reviews ·  #79 #79 of 97 in Wellington ·  6.5 Location score
## About Shepherds Arms Hotel

Shepherds Arms Hotel is a hotel in Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 472 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Wellington. The nearest beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 6.2 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

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

- **Rooms:** 14

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 2

285 Tinakori Road

## How Shepherds Arms Hotel scores

Better rated than 17% of hotels in Wellington

-   Guest rating **8.0**
-   Location **6.5**
-   Facilities **2.5**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.0**
-   Beach access **4.3**
-   Public transport **6.5**

Wellington average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Hot tub

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Minibar
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.5**/10

- **Walk grade:** **64**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **27**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **8**

<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="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</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="">800 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 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="">6.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 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="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Premier House180 m
-   Wellington Cenotaph610 m
-   Dominion Observatory670 m
-   Space Place710 m
-   Thomas King Observatory720 m
-   Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision730 m

## Shepherds Arms Hotel: 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. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Shepherds Arms Hotel. Need some relaxation? Your room features room service to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. 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 an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with linen service to improve your stay. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television 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, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Shepherds Arms Hotel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. 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 Shepherds Arms Hotel. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to hot tub.

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## Questions about Shepherds Arms Hotel

### How do guests rate Shepherds Arms Hotel?

Shepherds Arms Hotel has a guest rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 472 reviews, which is better than 17% of rated hotels in Wellington.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Shepherds Arms Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Shepherds Arms Hotel include breakfast?

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

### Is there parking at Shepherds Arms Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Shepherds Arms Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 6.2 km away in a straight line.

### Is Shepherds Arms Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.8 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Shepherds Arms Hotel have?

Shepherds Arms Hotel has 14 rooms.

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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