The best available Specialty lodgings to stay near Greater Wellington

June 1, 2023 Hana Mouser

Discover the best Specialty lodgings in Greater Wellington, North Island including U Boutique Hotel Wellington, Boulcott Suites, Empire Hotel, Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa, Quest Petone, U Boutique Hotel Wellington, Matai Huka.
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1. U Boutique Hotel Wellington

25 Frederick Street Te Aro, Wellington 6011 New Zealand
Excellent
63%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 771 reviews

U Boutique Hotel Wellington

U Boutique Hotel Wellington was especially designed to provide excellent accommodation for the discerning budget conscious traveller. With its modern design and soft tones, U Boutique Hotel Wellington is comfortable, personal and friendly. Formerly known as Gourmet Stay Wellington we are a cool little Boutique Hotel in the heart of Wellington’s entertainment and “Gourmet District” U Boutique Hotel Wellington offers European-styled boutique accommodation over 2 funky buildings on Frederick Street. It offers a variety of rooms in order to provide the guest an opportunity to choose the most appropriate room for their stay. U Boutique Hotel Wellington was inspired by the pensione style of accommodation in continental Europe and is modelled on the accommodation in European towns, with their communal courtyards, low-scale buildings and pleasant, relaxed feel. Enjoy our breakfast or relax with your favourite Espresso in our super cosy Ground Floor Café and breakfast room

Emergency stay

Reviewed By shetahall

After a missed flight (7pm and rescheduled for 6.30am) my son suggested I stay here. Hauling bags to the top floor wasn't easy! There was no-one at the reception, so I had to fumble my way with the outside lockbox for access. I had booked a room with a bathroom - however the bathroom was across the hall so this was disappointing ... especially with having to use the facility in the night and having to ensure I had the key to my room so I didn't lock myself out!! The room was cold, the heater made loud clunks so it was easier to leave this off and deal with the cold. Perhaps ideal for students or low cost/less fussy travellers. Not my cup of tea.

2. Boulcott Suites

5 O’Reily Ave, Wellington 6011 New Zealand
Excellent
46%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 534 reviews

Boulcott Suites

From studio apartments and spacious single-level suites to fully-equipped executive four-bedroom townhouses, Boulcott Suites is ideal for guests looking for quality and space. Boulcott Suites offers a range of options for groups, individuals or families. With secure undercover car parking available, large well-appointed living areas, complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi, chromecasting services and a 5-star Qualmark rating, Boulcott Suites is your premier accommodation option in Wellington. The North Tower building provides executive and premium studio and one bedroom apartments, some with balconies.

Fantastic Location but beware 5 Stars rating

Reviewed By 717eddiey

Booked 3 nights in 2 bedroom, 2 storey, Townhouse. Fantastic location with Cuba Mall just around the corner and in the heart of retail & hospitality offerings. Secure parking with EV charging however only really room for 1 car to charge as 2nd space was half taken up with plywood shed!! No restaurant but Townhouse has fully equipped kitchen although toaster was missing. Wifi is unsecure but management will provide secure password protected WIFI if asked. There's a small courtyard with no real outlook but typical of urban design. There is no heatpump/aircon system and instead 2 small oil radiators - wonder what it would be like in the dead of winter! No housekeeping until you leave so you need to ask for more shower gel each day. Definitely not 5 stars as everything felt tired with all appliances are old eg Dishwasher powder drawer was missing its door, Dryer kept blinking warning signals although it did dry, The upshot was the hot water cylinder developed a slow leak which eventually flooded the carpet. Window glass was single glazed so back to the gas radiators for minimal comfort. No facilities in bedroom except a tallboy in wardrobe so luggage had to be left on floor. Its an OK place for families but not 5 stars. We'll try the Suites next time.

3. Empire Hotel

37 Johnston Street, Featherston 5710 New Zealand
Excellent
50%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
25%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 4 reviews

Empire Hotel

Poor customer service.

Reviewed By Zoltan330

I went into this bar for a drink and a snack yesterday. After having a drink I went up to the bar to order a snack from the menu. Had to wait for service as the owner who was in the bar did not approach me. When I finally got served I ordered an item off the bar menu and was told by the barman with a flick of his hand, oh we are shutting at 6pm, I am not making any snacks this late. His tone was rude and this was at 5.10pm which gave him plently of time before closing. Based on this, I will not be setting foot in that bar again.

4. Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa

62 White Rock Road RD2, Martinborough 5782 New Zealand
Excellent
58%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 157 reviews

Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa

Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa is the perfect place for a break in the picturesque countryside of Martinborough. As we are only a 90 minute drive from Wellington, why not pop on over and enjoy all we have to offer. With 8 Studio units, 8 Two Bedroom Cottages and 2 Four bedroom Cottages, we have all your accommodation requirements covered. The Cottages are fully self-contained and all rooms offer continental breakfast provisions for self-catering. Why not pamper yourself with our On-site Day Spa, Indoor Heated Saltwater pool, & fully equipped gym. Our property is perfect for Weddings and we have Conference and Venue hire available with full catering options. Our purpose built function centre with indoor outdoor flow, and simple contemporary country design reflect in beautiful events. Flexible spaces with open fires or outdoor verandah overlooking hills and farmland make this the perfect place any time of the year. We look forward to welcoming you to Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa.

Subpar and worrying poor quality

Reviewed By 379clareh

We spent a long weekend here. The beds were nice but we were surprised at how subpar a lot of things were. The couches and chairs in the lounge were really dirty, the washing machine was really dirty and the dryer's timer didn't work, the baby cot they provided was definitely not safe for our six month old baby to sleep in (slightest movement would make it collapse), and there is a hole in the kitchen ceiling with a bucket under it (which was not a toddler friendly solution). We also found a lot of mouse droppings and other dirt under the cushions on the sofa bed. When we arrived there there were dirty dishes in the dishwasher and the lint filter on the dryer was dangerously full. We definitely wouldn't stay here again, especially for the amount of money that is charged.

5. Quest Petone

40-42 Richmond Street, Lower Hutt 5012 New Zealand
Excellent
46%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 72 reviews

Quest Petone

Love this place for accommodation,And can’t wait to return

Reviewed By llbb1233

Stayed here for work and couldn’t be more happy, Nice quiet location. Everything you need is pretty much just a short stroll. Rooms that are not only spacious, but extremely clean, with lovely decor, Staff in particular Gurdev Couldn’t be any more accommodating, Highly recommend

6. U Boutique Hotel Wellington

25 Frederick Street Te Aro, Wellington 6011 New Zealand
Excellent
63%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 771 reviews

U Boutique Hotel Wellington

U Boutique Hotel Wellington was especially designed to provide excellent accommodation for the discerning budget conscious traveller. With its modern design and soft tones, U Boutique Hotel Wellington is comfortable, personal and friendly. Formerly known as Gourmet Stay Wellington we are a cool little Boutique Hotel in the heart of Wellington’s entertainment and “Gourmet District” U Boutique Hotel Wellington offers European-styled boutique accommodation over 2 funky buildings on Frederick Street. It offers a variety of rooms in order to provide the guest an opportunity to choose the most appropriate room for their stay. U Boutique Hotel Wellington was inspired by the pensione style of accommodation in continental Europe and is modelled on the accommodation in European towns, with their communal courtyards, low-scale buildings and pleasant, relaxed feel. Enjoy our breakfast or relax with your favourite Espresso in our super cosy Ground Floor Café and breakfast room

Emergency stay

Reviewed By shetahall

After a missed flight (7pm and rescheduled for 6.30am) my son suggested I stay here. Hauling bags to the top floor wasn't easy! There was no-one at the reception, so I had to fumble my way with the outside lockbox for access. I had booked a room with a bathroom - however the bathroom was across the hall so this was disappointing ... especially with having to use the facility in the night and having to ensure I had the key to my room so I didn't lock myself out!! The room was cold, the heater made loud clunks so it was easier to leave this off and deal with the cold. Perhaps ideal for students or low cost/less fussy travellers. Not my cup of tea.

7. Matai Huka

264 Valley Road, Paraparaumu 5032 New Zealand
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Matai Huka

Boutique with a capital B.

Reviewed By cedarlarkNZ

A beautiful unit in beautiful grounds. The unit is spacious and comfortable. Large glass windows and doors open onto a large sheltered deck with views of the trees, ponds, birds, mountains. Green and lush. Beautiful, large and well equipped kitchen, lovely large bathroom, very comfortable bed. And the hosts were lovely and friendly and welcoming. All round a great place that was great value for money.

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