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The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with coffee shop/cafe, walk to Courtenay Place

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Front of property
Triple Room, Ensuite
Bar (on property)
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, Ensuite
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington, 6001
  • Popular LocationCourtenay Place4 min walk
  • Popular LocationTe Papa9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCuba Street Mall10 min walk
  • AirportWellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)12 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm

Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Wellington

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel puts you in the heart of Wellington, within steps of Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. .Sights within a short walk of this Te Aro hostel include BATS Theatre and Elliott House.
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What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk
  • Courtenay Place - 4 min walk
  • Te Papa - 9 min walk
  • Cuba Street Mall - 10 min walk
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Embassy Theatre - 2 min walk
  • Ortega - Fish Shack & Bar - 3 min walk
  • The Tasting Room - 2 min walk
  • Majestic Cuisine - 2 min walk
  • Mishmosh - 3 min walk

About this property

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel

Hostel with coffee shop/cafe, walk to Courtenay Place
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 40 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel.

This Wellington hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1883
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel offers 58 accommodations with free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 6 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 40 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1883
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: NZD 40.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 6.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40.00
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Backpacker Cambridge
Cambridge Backpacker
Cambridge Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Wellington
Cambridge Hotel
Cambridge Wellington
The Cambridge Hotel
The Cambridge Hotel Hostel
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Wellington
The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel on 23 May 2024 start from NZ$119.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

Yep, The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel is a short 11-minute walk from Oriental Bay Beach.

Does The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

No, The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 861 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 861 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 861 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 861 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 861 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

RUELANDO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite place can relax all day long
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Hitomi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs a better airflow in the room. The room was stuffy needs a bigger fan, more outlets too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We checked in a room of 4. There is only 1 window and only 1 small fan. No AC at all. We had so much problems with sleeping in that hot Room Whole night .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family stay!
Loved our stay here. Great value and location in a beautiful building. Would definitely recommend for any family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Samara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice staff, Clean, Basic but good for short stays
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Building work around the hotel. An unkempt part of Wellington, but my stay at the hotel was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023