U Residence Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Wellington

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | Living room | 50-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV, Netflix
50-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV, Netflix
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Papa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 689 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

King Studio + 1 Single

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Queen Studio + 1 Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Wellington

Located in Te Aro, U Residence Hotel is next to Te Papa and Wellington Central Business District. This 12-room, 4-star hotel has in-room conveniences like kitchens, furnished balconies, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Courtenay Place - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Te Papa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zephyr Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Te Papa Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

U Residence Hotel

Family-friendly hotel in Wellington
U Residence Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited parking is available. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a terrace and laundry facilities.
50-inch LCD TVs come with Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Other amenities include kitchens, washers/dryers, and furnished balconies.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 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.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

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

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 available
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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 40 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

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 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at U Residence Hotel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at U Residence Hotel?

U Residence Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near U Residence Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Te Aro, just steps from Te Papa and Courtenay Place, and within a short walk of The Opera House. You'll also find St James Theatre and Michael Fowler Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at U Residence Hotel?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does U Residence Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, U Residence Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at U Residence Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at U Residence Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a kitchen and a down comforter in each guestroom with some featuring harbor views.

Does U Residence Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does U Residence Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

U Residence Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will U Residence Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at U Residence Hotel for a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does U Residence Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from U Residence Hotel?

The closest major airport to U Residence Hotel is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is 4.4 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is around 29.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at U Residence Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at U Residence Hotel comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring harbor or city views.