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About the Hotel

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand

U Residence Hotel - A boutique apartment hotel with harbor views, smart TVs, and fully-equipped kitchens

Located on the top floor of a 4-story building in Wellington's entertainment and cultural district, this boutique Wellington hotel features 13 self-contained apartments. Each accommodation at U Residence Hotel includes a 50-inch UHD 4K smart TV with Netflix, a private balcony, and an ensuite bathroom with shower. The units offer fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes with microwaves, refrigerators, and ovens, plus in-room laundry facilities. A 24-hour fitness center and complimentary Wi-Fi access serve guests around the clock. The property stands 0.3 miles from the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and the Hippopotamus restaurant. The Courtenay Place entertainment precinct and Cuba Mall shopping area are within walking distance.

Pros

Pet-friendly accommodations with special packages available

Views of the harbor from select balconies

Direct access to waterfront restaurants and bars

Eco-conscious practices including recycling programs and heated towel rails

Cons

No staff service after 6 PM

Limited on-site parking spaces at NZD 35 per night

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Cozy rooms, spacious suites, and family-friendly homes, all with flexible cancellation policies & special deals
Queen Studio
Max:
2 persons
35 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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King Studio
Max:
2 persons
45 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
Max:
2 persons
62 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

Easily find local transportation options to help you explore

City Centre
Wellington700 m
Airports
Wellington (WLG) 6.4 km
Kapiti Coast (PPQ) 54.5 km
Train
Wellington Railway Station 1.4 km
Train100 m
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Enjoy premium amenities for a relaxing stay with your pet

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Pet amenities available

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand
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181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand
Nearby
Museum
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
220 m
Gallery
City Gallery Wellington
490 m
Square
Civic Square
560 m
Event hall
Michael Fowler Centre
320 m
Event hall
Wellington Town Hall
350 m
Park
Frank Kitts Park
470 m
2 Dixon Street Te Aro
Te Aro Park
290 m
Bridge
City to Sea Bridge
380 m
Fountain
The Bucket Fountain
510 m
Event hall
Wellington Convention Centre
270 m
Restaurants
The Green Parrot Cafe
90 m
16 Taranaki Street
Chow Tory Street
360 m
45 Tory Street Level 1
Mac's Brewbar
240 m
4 Taranaki Street
Mojo Market Lane
130 m
1 Market Lane
Hippopotamus
280 m
90 Cable Street
Fujiyama Japenese Barbecue Restaurant
150 m
36-38 Taranaki Street
Fujiyama
150 m
Taranaki Street
Joe's Garage
170 m
5 Tory Street
Mama Brown
160 m
250 Wakefield Street
Te Papa Cafe
270 m
55 Cable St Level 1
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