WQ Wellington Quarter

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Beehive

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Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Superior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Classic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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24 Hawkestone St, Thorndon, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Sky Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Papa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Classic King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, Accessible

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

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wellington

Located in Thorndon, WQ Wellington Quarter is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Beehive and Old St Paul's. This 108-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Beehive - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sky Stadium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Te Papa - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Courtenay Place - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 9 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Summit - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Thistle Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vicbooks Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • The Thorndon Hotel - by Rydges

About this property

WQ Wellington Quarter

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Beehive
Guests of WQ Wellington Quarter enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for NZD 28 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (NZD 28 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Frankie's Bar
  • Frankie's Bar & Eatery

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (3,220 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 50 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 28 per day
  • Early check-in 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 2.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Kingsgate Hotel Wellington
Kingsgate Wellington
Kingsgate Wellington Hotel
Wellington Kingsgate
Thorndon Hotel Wellington Rydges
Thorndon Hotel Rydges
Thorndon Wellington Rydges
Thorndon Rydges
Atura Wellington Hotel
Atura Wellington Wellington
Atura Wellington Hotel Wellington
The Thorndon Hotel Wellington by Rydges

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at WQ Wellington Quarter?

WQ Wellington Quarter offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near WQ Wellington Quarter?

This hotel is situated in Thorndon, just steps from National Library and Parliamentary Library, and within a short walk of Lambton Quay. You'll also find Beehive and New Zealand Parliament Buildings less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at WQ Wellington Quarter?

Yes, covered parking is offered for NZD 28 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does WQ Wellington Quarter feature a casino at the property?

No, WQ Wellington Quarter doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at WQ Wellington Quarter?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is WQ Wellington Quarter good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include pillowtop mattresses and partial ocean views.

Does WQ Wellington Quarter have a hot tub?

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

Does WQ Wellington Quarter have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, WQ Wellington Quarter serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Frankie's Bar & Eatery.

Does WQ Wellington Quarter allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at WQ Wellington Quarter though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at WQ Wellington Quarter?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from WQ Wellington Quarter?

The closest major airport to WQ Wellington Quarter is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is 5.8 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at WQ Wellington Quarter?

No, at WQ Wellington Quarter, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

WQ Wellington Quarter Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 435 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
price was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

RSophia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and friendly checkin staff. Close to Ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roderick

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff only bad thing was lack of parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, extremely quiet, no traffic, horns or noise from people outside. The room was comfortable, shower was hot and the bed was like a cloud. The restaurant was delicious - I had the rigatoni pasta dish
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent convenient location and well priced. have stayed here several times in the past and will do so in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel G

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Allie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maheshkumar, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We checked in late, arrived to our room and there was somebody else’s suitcase and backpack there. Receptionist quickly moved us to a different room of the same class. Not a big deal, but really last thing I want to be doing late at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The electric jug leaks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel warm room comfy bed. Easy peasy close to the ferry crossings
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Willingstone

Business traveler
Close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the stay. Was a conference and the venue worked well. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
First impressions were poor. Was told at checkin that there would be a 3% surcharge when paying for my room with the Credit Card I had just provided. I pointed out that the room was pre-paid. After much scrolling up and down it was agreed. Blamed on the new system. Then was told that breakfast was x amount. Again pointed out that it was included in the room rate. Again much scrolling and again agreed and blamed it on the new system. The desk co-worker seemed to find the situation amusing. I cannot say I felt the same. Breakfast very disappointing, Scambled eggs you could eat with a straw, poached eggs, continously poaching in a pan of water until hard and rubbery. All other hot food lukewarm warm at best. I pointed this out to the staff, with a “we will pass it on shrug type of response. Next morning I went down at 6.30 sharp thinking the food must be hot then it has only just been put out. Wrong. Luke warm at best. Had toast on day 3. Overall I sensed an overall lack of enthusiasm from the lobby staff during my stay. Other staff friendly and helpful. Positives. Hotel is a modern, multi-storey building, (great view from the 8th floor.) Rooms are clean and spacious. Location is excellent, easy walk from stations, and to Bontanical Gardens. Plus a large supermarket minutes away. I would stay there again but pass on the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HK

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha, Auxkland

No room service option
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for SKY stadium. Only spent 1 night there but woold go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025