Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a fitness center, near Te Papa

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Front of property
Interior entrance
Property amenity
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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355 Willis St, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria University of Wellington
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Wellington

Located in Aro Valley within a 5-minute walk of Colonial Cottage Museum, Willis Wellington Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Wellington Central Business District. The 90 rooms at this 3.5-star hotel include refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria University of Wellington - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Massey University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Courtenay Place - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 5 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heyday Beer Co - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Arobake - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cube Bakery Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lola Rouge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Good Grief - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Willis Wellington Hotel

Hotel with a fitness center, near Te Papa
Guests of Willis Wellington Hotel enjoy features like a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. Self parking is available for NZD 25 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a convenience store.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-cm flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.50 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Leisure Inn Wellington
Leisure Wellington
Wellington Leisure
Mercure Wellington Willis Street Hotel Wellington
Willis Wellington Hotel
Willis Wellington
Accor Wellington Willis Street
Willis Wellington Hotel Hotel
Willis Wellington Hotel Wellington
Willis Wellington Hotel Hotel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Willis Wellington Hotel?

Willis Wellington Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Willis Wellington Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Aro Valley, just steps from Colonial Cottage Museum, and within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Spinks Cottage. You'll also find Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Willis Wellington Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for NZD 25 per night.

Does Willis Wellington Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Willis Wellington Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Willis Wellington Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Willis Wellington Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Willis Wellington Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Willis Wellington Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Willis Wellington Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Willis Wellington Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Willis Wellington Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Willis Wellington Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Willis Wellington Hotel?

The closest major airport to Willis Wellington Hotel is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is 4.5 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is around 29.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Willis Wellington Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Willis Wellington Hotel.

Willis Wellington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 239 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1003 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rating is based on price, excellent value for money. Perfectly functional accomadation at an incredible price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babar

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay we were warm and comfortable and tired and needed a good rest and we certainly got that and staff was wonderful thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked it for my mum. She said it was tidy and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good walking distance to city center. Well priced for what we needed for the nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liv

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, nice vibe and friendly staff. Close to city but hard to find the entrance to.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanera

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Willis Wellington was great value for money. Negatives: the water pressure in the shower didn't blow me away, the fittings are somewhat outdated, but perfectly fit for purpose. The king size bed is two singles pushed together creating the inevitable gap in the middle. Still being in the honeymoon phase of our relationship this was somewhat annoying, but the beds were comfortable, the rooms were warm. Staff were super friendly and helpful, and responded to our queries in a very timely manner. Location was great. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone needing accommodation in Wellington.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was very cold, and there was no spare blankets. The heater was not working so I had to have a hot shower at 2am in the morning to warm up. Nothing special about the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs and very helpful. The room was nice and clean. It will be good to have a microwave
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good place to stay and central to CBD recommended to all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was mostly comfortable and close to all amenities and the central city for walking to. Traffic noise not good, especially hoons!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down building conditions

A bit run down property to be called a Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bed was okay. we paid for a king size but it was just like 2 single beds pushed together. a bit bothersome when laying down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really liked that its across the road from a shop and literally down the road from many food choices. My one complaint is no toaster or microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joy Wesley, Queenstown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and accessible to sites
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff is what makes it 5 Stars Clean, good location, rooms are renovated and good size. Great Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Reena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Réception friendly and accommodating Room clean and adequate, sufficient for a loo two night stay -> I would say that the kettle and the sink were impossible to work together you couldn’t get the kettle under the tap to full it up - terrible set up. Also could do with a plug to charge gadgets near the bed side of the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ivan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Felt the hotel was very tired. Outside in need of painting and a good tidy up. Inside lobby ok but the halls on level 4 tied looking and rooms very basic. Not even any pictures. i wouldnt pay anymore than the $73 per room that i paid. Staff on arrival were pleasent but not offering and extra information especially when i asked about the hotel not having a restaurant for breakfast. No offer of Cafes in the area. Not sure i would recommend this hotel to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025