Hostel
The Dwellington Hostel
Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand
About The Dwellington Hostel
The Dwellington Hostel is a hostel in Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 across 320 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Wellington. The nearest beach is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 6.4 km away.
- Type
- Hostel
- Check-in from
- 14:00
- Check-out until
- 10:00
- Rooms
- 21
- Floors
- 2
- Opened
- 2013
- Smoking
- Smoke-free property
- Other stays within 500 m
- 3
Hotels near Wellington International Airport (WLG)
8 Halswell Street thedwellington.com
Prices
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How The Dwellington Hostel scores
Better rated than 96% of hotels in Wellington
- Guest rating 9.2
- Location 6.2
- Beach access 4.9
- Public transport 7.0
Wellington average
Rating on Google
4.8/5
From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.
Amenities
Food & drink
- Free breakfast
Leisure
- Terrace
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Services
- Luggage storage
In the rooms
- Kitchen
- Balcony
Policies
- Smoke-free
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 6.2/10
- Walk grade
- 58/100 Somewhat walkable
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 25
- Sights within 1 km
- 4
| Nearest beach | 1.6 km4 min drive |
|---|---|
| Nearest stationWellington Railway Station | 700 m11 min walk |
| Nearest airportWellington International Airport (WLG) | 6.4 km14 min drive |
| Distance to the centreWellington | 1.3 km21 min walk |
Sights nearby
- Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision350 m
- Katherine Mansfield House and Garden380 m
- Wellington Cenotaph670 m
- Premier House790 m
- Plimmer Steps1.4 km
- Dominion Observatory1.5 km
Weather in Wellington
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Questions about The Dwellington Hostel
How do guests rate The Dwellington Hostel?
The Dwellington Hostel has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10 from 320 reviews, which is better than 96% of rated hotels in Wellington.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dwellington Hostel?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.
Does The Dwellington Hostel include breakfast?
The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.
How far is The Dwellington Hostel from the airport?
The nearest airport, Wellington International Airport (WLG), is 6.4 km away in a straight line.
Is The Dwellington Hostel close to the beach?
The nearest beach is 1.6 km from the hotel.
How many rooms does The Dwellington Hostel have?
The Dwellington Hostel has 21 rooms on 2 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