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About the Hotel

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand

U Residence Hotel is a boutique apartment hotel located in Wellington's cultural district. It features a modern design with personalized service, ensuring a home-like atmosphere. The hotel is situated near key attractions such as the Museum of New Zealand and the Wellington Waterfront. Its strategic location allows guests to easily explore the city and access various recreation opportunities.

Location

Situated in the Te Aro area, the hotel is within walking distance of Wellington’s main attractions, including Te Papa museum and Courtenay Place. Public transportation options include ride-share services, taxis, and an airport bus from Courtenay Place. For guests traveling with cars, private parking is available on-site for an additional fee.

Rooms

Each of the 13 rooms includes a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette, providing guests with flexibility during their stay. Modern amenities feature 50-inch UHD 4K TVs with cable and Smart TV options. All accommodations include private balconies with views of the city or waterfront. Ensuites with showers and laundry facilities enhance convenience for guests.

Eat & Drink

U Residence Hotel does not offer an onsite restaurant or buffet breakfast, but all rooms come with kitchen facilities for self-catering needs. Essential items such as cooking utensils and dining areas are provided, making meal preparation easy. Guests can enjoy local eateries nearby in the vibrant surrounding area.

Leisure & Business

A fitness center is available for guests who wish to maintain their workout routines. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided throughout the property, facilitating business needs and leisure activities. The hotel also offers express check-out and concierge services for a seamless guest experience.

“Situated right in the heart of Wellington, this hotel made it super easy to explore the city's best cafes and shops!”view full review

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“A charming city retreat with exceptional service throughout!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(10.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-22:00

until 10 am

Amenities

Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at NZD 35 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of NZD 20 per person per day.

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets are allowed on request.

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:13

Former name

At Home Wellington City

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Studio

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Heating

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Queen Studio

Max:

3 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Queen Studio

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Wellington2300 ft

Airports

Wellington (WLG) 4.0 mi

Kapiti Coast (PPQ) 33.9 mi

Train

Wellington Railway Station4600 ft

Train400 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Well-Equipped Kitchen

“The full kitchen had everything I needed for cooking, from a stove and oven to a dishwasher and utensils, making meal prep a breeze during my stay.” view full review

Comfortable Bed!

“The bed was incredibly comfortable and provided me with restful nights, making it easy to unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review

Spacious Lounge

“The lounge area was spacious and inviting, ideal for relaxing after a long day. I loved the balcony where I could enjoy fresh air and views.” view full review

Lovely Shower!

“The shower was a highlight for me, especially with the shower bomb that added a delightful touch to my bathing experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available

Children

Cribs

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand

Map view

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand

City landmarks

Access from Wakefield Street and

Cuba Street

2400 ft

Museums

Wellington Museum

2700 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

National War Memorial

3900 ft

Stadiums

TSB Bank Arena Wellington

2700 ft

Parks

ZEALANDIA Sanctuary

1.4 mi

Botanical Garden

Wellington Botanical Gardens

1.5 mi

Alexandra Lookout Rd

Mount Victoria

1.1 mi

Local Government Building 114 Lambton Quay

Old Government Buildings

5000 ft

Public Building

New Zealand Parliament

1.0 mi

Planetarium

Space Place at Carter Observatory

1.1 mi

63 Boulcott St Lambton Quay Area

Antrim House

2900 ft

Church

St Mary of the Angels

2000 ft

Harbor

Wellington Waterfront

2100 ft

Cable Car

Wellington Cable Car

1.1 mi

15 Buckle Street Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

The Great War Exhibition

3800 ft

27 Bowen Street

Turnbull House

5300 ft

Museums

Nairn Street Cottage

1.0 mi

Church

Old St Paul's

1.1 mi

Lookout Rd

Mount Victoria Lookout

1.1 mi

Nearby

Museums

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

800 ft

Gallery

City Gallery Wellington

1700 ft

Square

Civic Square

1900 ft

Events

Michael Fowler Centre

1100 ft

Parks

Frank Kitts Park

1600 ft

Events

Wellington Town Hall

1200 ft

2 Dixon Street Te Aro

Te Aro Park

1000 ft

Bridges

City to Sea Bridge

1300 ft

Fountains

The Bucket Fountain

1700 ft

Gallery

Kura Art Gallery

1900 ft

Boatshed 1

Maori Arts Gallery

1900 ft

Restaurants

Chow Tory Street

1200 ft

45 Tory Street Level 1

The Green Parrot Cafe

300 ft

16 Taranaki Street

Mac's Brewbar

800 ft

4 Taranaki Street

K's Coffee

400 ft

182 Wakefield Street Wakefield

Fujiyama Japenese Barbecue Restaurant

500 ft

36-38 Taranaki Street

Great India

900 ft

141 Manners Street

Mojo Market Lane

500 ft

1 Market Lane

Dragonfly

1200 ft

70 Courtenay Place

Electric Avenue

900 ft

132 Courtenay Place Te Aro 6011

Enigma

800 ft

Courtenay Place

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

10.0

Service

10.0

Dining

9.0

John

United States of America, November 2023

9.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and clean, and the balcony offered a great view. The service was exceptional, and they even had pet amenities available. The hotel's location was perfect, right in the city center of Wellington with easy access to everything. The dining experience was top-notch, with a variety of delicious options. The facilities were modern and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and clean, with a lovely balcony providing a great view.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, and I appreciated the pet amenities available.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, right in the city center of Wellington with easy access to everything.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, with a variety of delicious options available.