The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers Wellington 3★
- 28 Cambridge Terrace, 6011 Wellington,
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About the property: The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
The 19th-century The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers offers accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s city centre, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Courtenay Place entertainment district. It features a bar and restaurant. Free WiFi is available.
The Cambridge Wellington is located only 10 minutes’ walk from the renowned Te Papa Tongarewa Museum. The beautiful Oriental Bay Beach is a 15-minute walk away.
The Cambridge offers a range of accommodation options, including mixed dormitory rooms and private guestrooms with en suite bathrooms. Most rooms come with SKY TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities.
Facilities at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers include a communal kitchen and a guest lounge with a large plasma-screen TV. The front desk is manned from 8 am - 9 pm and can arrange laundry services and luggage storage.
The Bistro serves a range of New Zealand favourites for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The bar is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of local beer with friends.
Reasons to Choose Us
Complimentary WiFi
Dining establishment
Accommodations for families
Smoke-free rooms
Lounge
Come and experience our welcoming atmosphere, where you'll find comfort intertwined with hospitality.
Rooms: 105Select Dates
Your Stay Options
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
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- Laundry machine,
- Iron and ironing board,
- Indoor heating,
- Garment hanging rack,
- Heated blankets,
- Infant beds,
- Carpet flooring,
- Work desk
- Restroom,
- Hair drying equipment,
- Body wash,
- Bathroom tissue,
- Shower facilities,
- Ensuite bathroom,
- Hair conditioner,
- Hair cleanser
- TV with satellite channels,
- Television with flat screen,
- Television
- Mini fridge,
- Kettle for hot water
- Morning wake-up call,
- Bath towels,
- Clock with alarm,
- Bed linens,
- Electronic key card access
- Top levels reachable by lift,
- Elevator access
- Fire alarm
This room features satellite TV, a refrigerator, a tea and coffee maker and ironing facilities. Please advise your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.
Size: 12 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 2 
Standard Single Room
Check detailsThis room features a single-sized bed, satellite TV, refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and ironing facilities. This room has no capacity for extra beds.
Size: 7 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 1
Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Expand detailsThis is a mixed dormitory room which includes shared storage. It also offers access to shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. A shared lounge is available.
Size: 16 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Room features & galleryThis room features satellite TV, a refrigerator, a tea and coffee maker and ironing facilities. Please advise your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.
Size: 17 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 3
Single Room with Private Bathroom
Room features & galleryThis room features 1 single-sized bed, a satellite TV, a refrigerator, a tea and coffee maker and ironing facilities. This room has no capacity for extra beds.
Size: 7 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 1
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
Full descriptionThis room includes a satellite TV, refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and ironing facilities. Please advise your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Size: 20 m2
Bedroom 1 - Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Bunk bed
Number of guests: 4
Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
Check detailsThis is a mixed dormitory room which includes shared storage. It also offers access to shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. A shared lounge is available.
Size: 13 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
Room features & galleryThis is a mixed dormitory room which includes shared storage. It also offers access to shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. A shared lounge is available.
Size: 19 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Number of guests: 1
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Expand detailsThis double room has a satellite TV, refrigerator and both tea/coffee making and ironing facilities.
Size: 12 m2
Bedroom 1 - Large bed (King size)
Number of guests: 2
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
More informationThe twin room provides a washing machine, a wardrobe, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit provides 2 beds.
Size: 12 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed
Number of guests: 2
Facilities
General
- Wireless internet access throughout the property
Activities
- Socializing during happy hours
- Live sports events (televised)
Services
- Online services
- Wireless Internet
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink
- Dining area
- Lounge
- Beverage vending machine
- Snack vending machine
Reception services
- Baggage holding area
- On-site cash dispenser
Common areas
- Communal kitchen
- Common living room with TV
Business facilities
- Conference/event spaces
Miscellaneous
- No smoking rooms
- Rooms for families
- Elevator
- Climate control
- Smoke-free property
- Assigned smoking zone
- Electronic key card entry
Safety & security
- Round-the-clock security
- Security alert system
- Fire detection alarms
- Surveillance cameras in shared spaces
- Exterior video surveillance
- Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features
- Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
- Commonly used stationery items like printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper have been eliminated
- Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
- Availability of first aid kits
- Face coverings available for guests
Physical distancing
- Touch-free check-in/check-out
- Non-cash payment options
- Social distancing guidelines observed
Internet
- Complimentary WiFi!
- The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.
Parking
- Details about parking facilities are not available.
Property Rules
Check-in
- From 14:00 Until 22:00 hours
Check-out
- From 00:00 Until 10:00 hours
Pets
- Pets are not permitted.
Important informationPlease note that there is a 1.8% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Please note this property can only accommodate guests over 18 years of age due to the onsite bar.
Please note if you require a different bedding configuration, this request must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance using the Special Request box or property contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that the actual layout, furnishings and condition of your room may differ from the photos. All other amenities listed will be available.
Also, a $500 refundable bond must be paid for stag groups, hens parties, or sports teams. This will be refunded in full following a successful inspection of the rooms, provided there are no damages to the facilities or any complaints from guests or staff regarding misconduct.At The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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Helpful reception staff brought a microwave to the room for warming milk, and bathrooms were clean and shared down the hall, parking was costly at $5/hr in the heart of Wellington city centre.
