2 - 8 Maginnity Street, 6011 Wellington, New Zealand
#23 of 58 hotels in Wellington
Guests' ChoiceBased on 397 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Free Wifi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 2, 2024
Angela
New ZealandThe outside of the building was quite run down and off putting when we first arrived.
The historic character of the building was lovely and the room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 31, 2024
Nowell
New ZealandParking is a problem
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 12, 2024
Thomas
New ZealandBathroom is dated albeit functional. Single glazed windows with gaps in framing meant a lot of cold air came in. Access to room is with a normal key which is large in the pocket. Hotel is extremely dark outside when arriving after hours.
Yesteryear, classic feel. Good size bedroom with good coffee, large desk to work at and very high ceilings. Had a heat pump which compensated well for the cold air coming through the windows.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 17, 2024
Jon
United KingdomBit dusty
Historic
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Glenn
New ZealandThe restaurant was a coffee shop and what looked like the back room of the reception area a sandwich bar which my wife and I were confused about how it worked. both shut at 2:30 in the afternoon, so sort of left us wondering where to eat? OR get coffee, Big opportunity here as many places to eat, drink, seemed to be at the South end of town... OR we miss understood what was actually on offer?
Fantastic old school style meets modern luxury. A real balance between charm and practicality. Our room was large and had a desk, two comfortable chairs, large bed, a huge bath and a double shower. All done with Air-conditioning! The staff pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Charles
New ZealandWe liked the oldschool elevator and the rustic and home like feelings it brought to us
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Jane
AustraliaStaff helpful. Room clean and comfortable. Close to our event. Excellent parking arrangement.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Jennifer
AustraliaGreat personal service very happy when cafe was open on Monday am.
Location excellent but not much open at the hotel or surrounding street on the weekend. Close to harbour, bus and train.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Tonia
United KingdomClosed reception at night - although easy to get in and out as a guest through card access
Beautiful old historic building
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Max
AustraliaCarpet ware at bathroom entrance
excellent location period style accomodation very impressive
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Margaret
GuernseyDifficulty in locating hotel as there wasn’t any external signage and it was getting late. (A potted tree was hiding the name which was latter moved over). Two people stopped and asked if we needed help. We walked from the coach, as taxi drivers weren’t interested in taking us, as it turned out the hotel was fairly close but dragging suitcases wasn’t ideal.
Breakfast was not included.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Trish
AustraliaProperty is showing its age, there are lots of areas which are needing attention - just the marks of time showing. Will be nice to see it all polished up in the future
This place has some character. Beautiful period style property close to its 100th birthday, but run down sadly and about to get some much needed renovations. For me, I loved the history in every corner. It’s not often you get to explore such a lil piece of history and not meet a single soul during it…
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2023
Martin
United Kingdomcentrally located. a old historic building. arrived after hours so had to check in ourselves.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 2, 2023
Phillip
AustraliaRoom overlooked by offices across the street.
Ideal central location. Quiet.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Paul
United KingdomVery spacious but limited storage facilities for clothes
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Robbo_nz
New ZealandIt's a grand old building and some areas are showing their age a little but this is expected
Location, grandure, style
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 18, 2023
Bede
New ZealandAmbience
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Vicki
New ZealandA bit expensive for what we got, but it was expected as it is a "Boutique" Hotel. Only real negative was they did not supply a box of tissues, seems a small thing but is just a nicety.
We enjoyed out stay here, the history of the hotel was one of the main reasons we stayed here. The staff were friendly and helpful. Walking distance to Queens Wharf & restaurants. The old style elevator & the stair case were cool. Lovely big bathroom and very comfy bed.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 14, 2023
Alix
New ZealandVery convenient to where we needed to be. Olde world charming. Friendly helpful front desk and housekeeping staff. Clean comfortable and spacious room.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 10, 2023
Caroline
New ZealandComfort and spaciousness.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 10, 2023
Nanette
New ZealandBe nice to have the cafe open for breakfast.
Good staff.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 8, 2023
Shirley
New ZealandNothing
Loved this historic property- ambience superb
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 3, 2023
Julie
New ZealandJust play certainly has a lot of character, the room is very big and bathroom had a bath and  a shower.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Jacqui
New ZealandCafe on site was open limited hours
bathroom bath and shower were amazing Nice big bathroom
Stayed in September 2023
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