- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Nice staff. Parking onsite. Small basic room & bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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982 reviews
Guests rated this property 3.8/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Gym
Breakfast Available
Business Services
Parking Available
Cleaning and safety practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Hand sanitizer provided
Social distancing
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24 Hawkestone St, Thorndon, Wellington
Explore the area
Old St Paul's7 min walk
New Zealand Parliament Buildings8 min walk
Beehive9 min walk
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)18 min drive
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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed
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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed
4.7/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 21 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 Queen Bed
21 square metres m2 room with city views
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Low-height work surfaces and sink, wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat and grab bar near toilet
Need to know – No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityStandard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
4.4/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 17 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 Queen Bed
17 square metres m2 room with city views
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Low-height work surfaces and sink, wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat and grab bar near toilet
Need to know – No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilitySuperior Room, 1 King Bed
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed
3.6/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 17 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 King Bed
17 square metres m2 room with city views
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Low-height work surfaces and sink, wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat and grab bar near toilet
Need to know – No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityStandard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
4.2/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 18 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 3
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 3Max adults: 3Max children: 2
Room details
2 Single Beds
18 square metres m2 room with city views
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat, grab bar near toilet and low-height work surface and sink
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityStandard Room, 1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
4.3/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 18 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 3
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 3Max adults: 3Max children: 2
Room details
1 King Bed
18 square metres m2 room with city views
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat, grab bar near toilet and low-height work surface and sink
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityFamily Room
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Family Room
More detailsRoom amenities
- 25 sq m
- Sleeps 4
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 4Max adults: 4Max children: 2
Room details
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
25 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch TV with premium channels
Food & Drink – Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle and limited room service
Sleep – Hypo-allergenic bedding and blackout drapes/curtainsBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer
Practical – Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board and desk; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping
Accessibility – Low-height work surfaces and sink, wheelchair accessible, raised toilet seat and grab bar near toilet
Need to know – No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
The price per-night is based on the lowest price found within the past 24 hours for the next 30 nights. All prices include taxes and fees and are based on a 1-night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
About this area
Wellington
Located in Wellington, The Thorndon Hotel Wellington by Rydges is in the city centre and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Botanic Gardens and Mount Victoria Lookout, while Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station) and Wellington Zoo are popular local attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Westpac Stadium. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Visit our Wellington travel guideWhat's nearby
- Lambton Quay - 6 min walk
- Old St Paul's - 7 min walk
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings - 8 min walk
- Beehive - 9 min walk
- Westpac Stadium - 20 min walk
Getting around
- Wellington Station - 9 min walk
- Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
- Glasshouse Restaurant — 1 min walk
About this property
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Social distancing
Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
- Self parking: NZD 20 per day
- Limited parking spaces
- Parking height restrictions apply
Food and drink
- Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekends: NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children
- 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
- 1 bar
- Room service available
Things to do
- Fitness centre
Family friendly
- Free cots/infant beds
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Laundry facilities
- Fridge
Conveniences
- Lift
- Free newspapers in reception
- Front-desk safe
Guest services
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Spanish
Business services
- Business centre
- Meeting rooms
- Conference centre (3229 square feet of space)
Outdoors
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- Braille signage
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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- Designated smoking areas
- TV in reception
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free cots/infant beds
- Climate control (heating)
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Linens
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Towels
Entertainment
- 32-inch TV
- Premium channels
- Satellite channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Fridge
More
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Free newspapers (weekdays)
- Guidebooks/recommendations
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 2 PM and 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35 per night.
Free cots (infant beds)
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: NZD 50 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children (approximately)
- Self-parking fee: NZD 20 per day
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
- Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35 per night
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Social distancing measures are in place and guests are provided with hand sanitiser
Contactless check-out is available
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
National rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property has been rated 3 star plus, which is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®
Property is also known as
Thorndon Hotel Wellington Rydges
Thorndon Hotel Rydges
Thorndon Wellington Rydges
Thorndon Rydges
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Guest reviews
3.8
Cleanliness
4.0
Service and Staff
3.7
Amenities
3.6
Property condition
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to have accomodation so close to ferry terminal. Excellent room and helpful front desk staff. Will stay here next time travelling north/south.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and staff, nice rooms. Disappointed about the parking as its first in first serve as there is no designated parking, basically not enough spaces to for all guests
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Cake Tin.Easy access from motorway for out of towmers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price, close to motorway, not a lot of parking, but just right for overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020