U Residence Hotel
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel, walk to Te Papa
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U Residence Hotel

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | Private kitchen
Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View | Balcony
Property entrance
Studio, 1 Queen Bed
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of U Residence Hotel

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Babysitting
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$186
Price available on 1/4/2024

Check out the area

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, 6011
  • Popular LocationWellington Central Business District1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWellington Station18 min walk
  • AirportWellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLower Hutt Petone Station16 min drive
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Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 64 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

King Studio + 1 Single

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Queen Studio + 1 Single

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 58 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Wellington

U Residence Hotel is located in Te Aro, a neighbourhood in Wellington, and is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Te Aro Pa and BATS Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Sisters of Compassion - Suzanne Aubert Compassion Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and Wellington Cenotaph.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk
  • Te Papa - 3 min walk
  • Courtenay Place - 4 min walk
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 4 min walk
  • Cuba Street Mall - 6 min walk

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 18 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harbourside Market - 4 min walk
  • Mac's Brewbar - 3 min walk
  • Enigma Cafe - 3 min walk
  • The Lanes - 1 min walk
  • Nando's Wellington City - 4 min walk

About this property

U Residence Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel located in Te Aro
Close to Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall, U Residence Hotel provides a terrace, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guest rooms at U Residence Hotel feature thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Kitchens, fridges and dishwashers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 35 per night); reservations required
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Building
  • Built in 2007
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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At Home Hotel Wellington
At Home Wellington Hotel Wellington
Wellington At Home Hotel
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Wellington U Residence Hotel Apartment
Apartment U Residence Hotel
U Residence Hotel (formerly At Home Wellington)
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Frequently asked questions

Is U Residence Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at U Residence Hotel?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at U Residence Hotel on 1 Apr 2024 start from AU$185.86, 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.

How much is parking at U Residence Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at U Residence Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at U Residence Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is U Residence Hotel located?

This family-friendly Wellington hotel is located near the airport, just steps away from Wellington Central Business District and Te Papa. Circa Theatre and St James Theatre are also within 5 minutes. Wellington Station is 18 minutes by foot.

U Residence Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 360 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Yang

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

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy central city - tidy and generous room with nice layout
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Fleur

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointment is a nice way of putting my stay at U Residence, Wellington. Online it says the hotel is 4 stars that unfortunately is a joke. Let’s start dishwasher doesn’t work, smoke butts and ash tray on balcony, no pen or paper to write on. Couldn’t connect to the wifi. One rubbish bin that was the size of a peg basket and no refil rubbish liners for when full. No soap. No vacuum cleaner, had a washing machine but no instructions or powder and no line to put clothes on. The shower bottom was uneven and slippery, my 70 yr old dad whom I stayed with slipped over while getting in. Also says pet friendly, no where for your pet to get outside no courtyard had to walk over 1 km for my service dog to wee each time. No stairs to access only a dirty lift. The doors are difficult to unlock and heavy. I was told the hotel had limited parking so asked as a disabled person for parking and the hotel has actually no parking at all it’s inside a shared building. We checked out at 7:30am because of all these factors it was an awful nights stay. I really am wanting a refund because it ruined our entire trip to Wellington and was not worth the money spent. It felt more like a brothel than anything else. I found it hard to give it 1 star. Very misleading online. Also said has sound proof walls that’s not true we could here everyone come and go and both sides of our room shower and use the toilet. Toilet paper was 1 ply but so thin you couldn’t even get it off the roll properly. Refund pleas!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I found it disappointing. It is more like an AirBnB than a hotel. I wanted interaction, someone to recommend restaurants, arrange a taxi, etc. Instead I got a ‘contactless’ reception - otherwise known as a key lock box !!! Disappointing. If you want a hotel with staff, book somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Rachael

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was rear to stay close to ferry terminal for early sailing in morning. Also having no time pressure arriving to get key great for travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay - Superb Location
Perfect location for Wellington sightseeing - next to new convention centre, 2 minutes walk to Te Papa and the waterfront, 3 minutes walk to nightlife in Courtenay Place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0