Capital Wellington
$32
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Capital Wellington
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$32
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Capital Wellington average $31 in December, the cheapest month, and $46 in April, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $33 |
| February | $38 |
| March | $39 |
| April | $46 |
| May | $40 |
| September | $35 |
| October | $32 |
| November | $33 |
| December | $31 |
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Most expensive: April (~$46)
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About this property
Adults-only hostel with convenient amenities and a central location in Wellington, just steps from the business district.
Location
Modern hostel accommodation located in Downtown Central Wellington just minutes away from many of Wellingtons attractions, next door to Te Papa museum, the cable car, bars of Courtney Place, and restaurants of Cuba St.Minimum age for all guests is 18 years.
Parking
Airport shuttle
Room Service
Housekeeping
Garden
Billiards
Room options
1
Bed in Dormitory Standard
Room details
1
Bed in Dormitory Bunk Bed
Room details
Guest reviews of Capital Wellington
7.3
Good
Based on 1,560 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
9%
Couple
33%
Family
23%
Group
16%
Solo
16%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Capital Wellington, reviewers highlight the superb central location and welcoming staff, while opinions split on overall comfort due to nighttime noise, variable upkeep of shared areas, and differing room quality across this budget-friendly, characterful, historic property.
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What guests think
At Capital Wellington, reviewers highlight the superb central location and welcoming staff, while opinions split on overall comfort due to nighttime noise, variable upkeep of shared areas, and differing room quality across this budget-friendly, characterful, historic property.
Some guests compliment clean spaces and comfortable beds, and a few found their stays quiet. Recurring issues include toilets and showers out of service, blocked drains, overcrowded or disorganized kitchens, and missing basics like soap or a microwave. A few rooms also report faulty heaters, ill-fitting windows, limited storage or seating, and worn or uneven mattresses. Best for travellers prioritizing location and price over polish.
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Facilities
Shared areas feel worn, with repeated reports of toilets/showers out of service, blocked sinks, overcrowded fridges, a small messy kitchen, and missing basics like soap or a microwave.
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Jack
Nov 14, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Nice big private room with great sized bathroom. Liked the room itself and the giant stairwell. Unfortunately, thats were the positives end. Kitchen is way too small for the amount of people staying there. During my stay, there was a blocked sink. Which was left blocked for two straight days. Whilst the whole area was constantly dirty. Not enough storage areas for food bags which lead to food bags being piled on-top of each other. The common room, well if you can call it that! Is 6 dirty sofas arranged in rows looking at a TV which isn't particularly sociable. Or you could sit in reception! There is no wall separating this 'tv common room' area with the kitchen, so you're constantly getting an extremely loud TV over the sound of people trying to cook. The reviews from my friends about the dorm rooms were not good either
Nice big private room with great sized bathroom. Liked the room itself and the giant stairwell. Unfortunately, thats were the positives end. Kitchen is way too small for the amount of people staying there. During my stay, there was a blocked sink. Which was left blocked for two straight days. Whilst the whole area was constantly dirty. Not enough storage areas for food bags which lead to food bags being piled on-top of each other. The common room, well if you can call it that! Is 6 dirty sofas arranged in rows looking at a TV which isn't particularly sociable. Or you could sit in reception! There is no wall separating this 'tv common room' area with the kitchen, so you're constantly getting an extremely loud TV over the sound of people trying to cook. The reviews from my friends about the dorm rooms were not good either
6
Abigail
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
8
Karina
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Some wear and tear on the room facilities but great location. I had a room myself with ensuite so worked well for my needs
Some wear and tear on the room facilities but great location. I had a room myself with ensuite so worked well for my needs
8
Hayley
Feb 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
6
Jesper
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff at the hostel were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay more pleasant. However, the hostel itself was very worn down and in need of serious maintenance. The facilities felt outdated, and some areas seemed a bit neglected. While the hospitality was great, the overall condition of the hostel could definitely use some improvements.
The staff at the hostel were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the stay more pleasant. However, the hostel itself was very worn down and in need of serious maintenance. The facilities felt outdated, and some areas seemed a bit neglected. While the hospitality was great, the overall condition of the hostel could definitely use some improvements.
6
Nicolette
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A good price and a great location. Really disappointed with the facilities. Only one working toilet on my floor which was soon disgusting. Broken toilets on all other floors too.
A good price and a great location. Really disappointed with the facilities. Only one working toilet on my floor which was soon disgusting. Broken toilets on all other floors too.
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Marcus C
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Apesar de a equipe ser boa, o hostel não é. O quarto é grande, mas não tem uma cadeira pra você se sentar e ajudar a arrumar uma mala, trocar de roupa ou calçar um sapato. A propósito, havia pedido a possibilidade de ficar em uma cama inferior, mas não fui sequer escutado. Os banheiros do primeiro andar estavam quase todos fora de operação. Apenas um funcionava e não tinha água quente. Foi uma terrível experiência.
Apesar de a equipe ser boa, o hostel não é. O quarto é grande, mas não tem uma cadeira pra você se sentar e ajudar a arrumar uma mala, trocar de roupa ou calçar um sapato. A propósito, havia pedido a possibilidade de ficar em uma cama inferior, mas não fui sequer escutado. Os banheiros do primeiro andar estavam quase todos fora de operação. Apenas um funcionava e não tinha água quente. Foi uma terrível experiência.
8
Alan
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Prime location = shops, transport and cafes. No microwave. Friendly helpful reception staff.
Prime location = shops, transport and cafes. No microwave. Friendly helpful reception staff.
6
Jenny
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was in good condition. Staff fine. But I found the place rather noisey at night. Also, in the bathroom - no soap/shower gel in the shower!
Room was in good condition. Staff fine. But I found the place rather noisey at night. Also, in the bathroom - no soap/shower gel in the shower!
8
Anne
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room and bed comfortable but small with nowhere to put your things. Shower curtain was not wide or deep enough so water went all over the floor. Shower nice and hot. Kitchen a little chaotic in the evening with other guests not clearing up after them.
Room and bed comfortable but small with nowhere to put your things. Shower curtain was not wide or deep enough so water went all over the floor. Shower nice and hot. Kitchen a little chaotic in the evening with other guests not clearing up after them.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is mixed: many found rooms and bathrooms tidy, but others reported mould, stained towels, blocked drains, and dirty or overcrowded shared kitchens and toilets.
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Min
Aug 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We live at a single room, the bedding really needs a good clean. Would be great if can provide toothpaste and brush.
We live at a single room, the bedding really needs a good clean. Would be great if can provide toothpaste and brush.
10
Eamonn
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
6
Abigail
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
10
Katie
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hostel was wonderful. Clean, friendly, and the beds were super comfortable. There is considerable construction happening in the neighborhood so drove around for almost an hour to find parking and an entrance, used an affordable parking garage just behind.
The hostel was wonderful. Clean, friendly, and the beds were super comfortable. There is considerable construction happening in the neighborhood so drove around for almost an hour to find parking and an entrance, used an affordable parking garage just behind.
6
Alannah
Mar 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Towles had holes in them and stains. While showering the drain was blocked so had to be fast. They did leave a chocolate on the bed on arrival which was nice. Other than the cleanliness bed was comfy and they had a smart tv which was a bonus!
Towles had holes in them and stains. While showering the drain was blocked so had to be fast. They did leave a chocolate on the bed on arrival which was nice. Other than the cleanliness bed was comfy and they had a smart tv which was a bonus!
8
Hayley
Feb 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
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Nicolette
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A good price and a great location. Really disappointed with the facilities. Only one working toilet on my floor which was soon disgusting. Broken toilets on all other floors too.
A good price and a great location. Really disappointed with the facilities. Only one working toilet on my floor which was soon disgusting. Broken toilets on all other floors too.
8
Barbara J
Mar 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Budget priced clean and central to city. No frills but comfortable and friendly
Budget priced clean and central to city. No frills but comfortable and friendly
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Pooja
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Affordable, clean
Affordable, clean
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Hana
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Classic backpacker but actually quite quiet. Double room clean and comfy, bathroom good, interesting building features add to the cool factor. Surprisingly welcoming for a couple of "oldies"
Classic backpacker but actually quite quiet. Double room clean and comfy, bathroom good, interesting building features add to the cool factor. Surprisingly welcoming for a couple of "oldies"
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Rooms
Beds are often comfortable and some rooms are spacious, but several guests faced noise, faulty heaters or windows, limited storage or seating, and worn or uneven mattresses.
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Isaac
Nov 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was very comfy. There was plenty of space in the bathroom and bedroom.
Bed was very comfy. There was plenty of space in the bathroom and bedroom.
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Ichiro
Aug 8, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was so cold , heater is not working .
Room was so cold , heater is not working .
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Eamonn
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
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Lucy
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The room itself was spacious and bathroom was clean. However it was so so so loud there the whole time I stayed all I could hear were doors slamming, construction, and even building work right outside my door during the day! Staff were nice but found the check in experience awkward. Also had to ask three times if my overflowing bins could be changed. Great location but would only stay again if the loud slamming doors were fixed / updated and if I could guarantee a peaceful sleep!!
The room itself was spacious and bathroom was clean. However it was so so so loud there the whole time I stayed all I could hear were doors slamming, construction, and even building work right outside my door during the day! Staff were nice but found the check in experience awkward. Also had to ask three times if my overflowing bins could be changed. Great location but would only stay again if the loud slamming doors were fixed / updated and if I could guarantee a peaceful sleep!!
8
Hayley
Feb 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
Stayed in a single occupancy ensuite room. This was decent sized. The windows didn’t close properly nor were able to reduce lots of noise outside from courtyard music and talking along with air conditioning noise and external noise. Heater didn’t work. Noise in other parts of the building were much worse due to construction work on the street. The fridges were so full I didn’t bother trying to use them. It is a dry hostel which is great with no smoking or vaping but this is soon known not to be true with people smoking on the doorstep and in the courtyard with ash trays provided by the hostel - so cap re that. The bathroom had mould, linens not great but you get what you pay for noting it’s in a really great spot with all amenities, buses, cbd, supermarket all nearby
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Marcus C
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Apesar de a equipe ser boa, o hostel não é. O quarto é grande, mas não tem uma cadeira pra você se sentar e ajudar a arrumar uma mala, trocar de roupa ou calçar um sapato. A propósito, havia pedido a possibilidade de ficar em uma cama inferior, mas não fui sequer escutado. Os banheiros do primeiro andar estavam quase todos fora de operação. Apenas um funcionava e não tinha água quente. Foi uma terrível experiência.
Apesar de a equipe ser boa, o hostel não é. O quarto é grande, mas não tem uma cadeira pra você se sentar e ajudar a arrumar uma mala, trocar de roupa ou calçar um sapato. A propósito, havia pedido a possibilidade de ficar em uma cama inferior, mas não fui sequer escutado. Os banheiros do primeiro andar estavam quase todos fora de operação. Apenas um funcionava e não tinha água quente. Foi uma terrível experiência.
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Jenny
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was in good condition. Staff fine. But I found the place rather noisey at night. Also, in the bathroom - no soap/shower gel in the shower!
Room was in good condition. Staff fine. But I found the place rather noisey at night. Also, in the bathroom - no soap/shower gel in the shower!
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Anne
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room and bed comfortable but small with nowhere to put your things. Shower curtain was not wide or deep enough so water went all over the floor. Shower nice and hot. Kitchen a little chaotic in the evening with other guests not clearing up after them.
Room and bed comfortable but small with nowhere to put your things. Shower curtain was not wide or deep enough so water went all over the floor. Shower nice and hot. Kitchen a little chaotic in the evening with other guests not clearing up after them.
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Jeffrey
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel in itself is beautiful, the staff is nice, vibe is mellow. Epic staircase and old pretty building. Great location. When we first saw our room we were pleasantly surprised at how pretty it was. However, once night time came around it was not so pleasant anymore. Cigarette smoke was coming in through the window, doors were slamming loudly from the corridor, people downstairs in the courtyard could be heard very clearly (echo). The slanting mattress and the springs which could be felt through the fabric didn’t exactly improve the sleep either. I was so irritated I got up in the middle of the night and booked a new hotel, even though we had already paid for the next night. Needless to say, this is not the place for you if you are light sleeper and don’t appreciate passive smoking. And this was just a Thursday. Weekends must be absolutely horrible.
The hotel in itself is beautiful, the staff is nice, vibe is mellow. Epic staircase and old pretty building. Great location. When we first saw our room we were pleasantly surprised at how pretty it was. However, once night time came around it was not so pleasant anymore. Cigarette smoke was coming in through the window, doors were slamming loudly from the corridor, people downstairs in the courtyard could be heard very clearly (echo). The slanting mattress and the springs which could be felt through the fabric didn’t exactly improve the sleep either. I was so irritated I got up in the middle of the night and booked a new hotel, even though we had already paid for the next night. Needless to say, this is not the place for you if you are light sleeper and don’t appreciate passive smoking. And this was just a Thursday. Weekends must be absolutely horrible.
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Zef
Oct 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not flash but perfectly fine if you just need a place to crash and explore the city. Perfect location at end of Cuba Street. Room was spacious.
Not flash but perfectly fine if you just need a place to crash and explore the city. Perfect location at end of Cuba Street. Room was spacious.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with generally smooth check-ins and occasional upgrades. Some guests noted awkward or inaccurate communication and slow responses to requests.
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Greg
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was fine. It was easy after check in…staff could maybe be a little more ‘aware’ or ‘sympathetic’ but this is minor.
It was fine. It was easy after check in…staff could maybe be a little more ‘aware’ or ‘sympathetic’ but this is minor.
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Scott
Dec 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly hellful staff on front desk
Friendly hellful staff on front desk
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Bjr Butch
Jun 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
They upgraded me to a better room with a an ensuite toilet & shower for my 2nd day. 1st day flight was cancelled & was not able to check in early for the 2nd day. Was a let down but the upgrade was kinda great deal to me. Kudos to them!
They upgraded me to a better room with a an ensuite toilet & shower for my 2nd day. 1st day flight was cancelled & was not able to check in early for the 2nd day. Was a let down but the upgrade was kinda great deal to me. Kudos to them!
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Eamonn
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
Everything ran smoothly from when I checked to when I left. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean.
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Jose
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
i stayed there for over 5 years, never desapointed me. Great location and also great service.
i stayed there for over 5 years, never desapointed me. Great location and also great service.
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karen
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionists were super friendly! The kitchen was being painted, so they had pots on a table, and I was surprised to see the fridge so full of bags considering there weren’t that many guests. They should organize the kitchen better. As for the room, I can’t complain — there were four of us with a private bathroom, and the mattress was very comfortable. The location is right in the city center. I liked it!
The receptionists were super friendly! The kitchen was being painted, so they had pots on a table, and I was surprised to see the fridge so full of bags considering there weren’t that many guests. They should organize the kitchen better. As for the room, I can’t complain — there were four of us with a private bathroom, and the mattress was very comfortable. The location is right in the city center. I liked it!
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Lucy
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The room itself was spacious and bathroom was clean. However it was so so so loud there the whole time I stayed all I could hear were doors slamming, construction, and even building work right outside my door during the day! Staff were nice but found the check in experience awkward. Also had to ask three times if my overflowing bins could be changed. Great location but would only stay again if the loud slamming doors were fixed / updated and if I could guarantee a peaceful sleep!!
The room itself was spacious and bathroom was clean. However it was so so so loud there the whole time I stayed all I could hear were doors slamming, construction, and even building work right outside my door during the day! Staff were nice but found the check in experience awkward. Also had to ask three times if my overflowing bins could be changed. Great location but would only stay again if the loud slamming doors were fixed / updated and if I could guarantee a peaceful sleep!!
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John
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really helpful staff
Really helpful staff
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Maryann
Oct 15, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The reception was so helpful.
The reception was so helpful.
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Gilbert
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
'Elite' Room was anything but. Not even a glass in thé Room. No wardrobe, broken window held together with scotch tape, incorrect info for ferry provided. Luggage storage Room not locked. Had minimal expectations, property did not even come close to meeting them.
'Elite' Room was anything but. Not even a glass in thé Room. No wardrobe, broken window held together with scotch tape, incorrect info for ferry provided. Luggage storage Room not locked. Had minimal expectations, property did not even come close to meeting them.
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Location
Consistently praised central spot near Cuba Street, shops, cafes and transport. Nearby construction affected access, parking, and for some, daytime disturbance.
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Danae
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Central location close to transport from the airport and the venue I was attending. A good budget option with all the facilities I needed.
Central location close to transport from the airport and the venue I was attending. A good budget option with all the facilities I needed.
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Betsy
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Todo estaba perfecto la ubicacion fue lo mejor cerca para tomar el trasporte publico cerca de la calle Cuba . Excelente.
Todo estaba perfecto la ubicacion fue lo mejor cerca para tomar el trasporte publico cerca de la calle Cuba . Excelente.
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Jose
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
i stayed there for over 5 years, never desapointed me. Great location and also great service.
i stayed there for over 5 years, never desapointed me. Great location and also great service.
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Abigail
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
Nice enough hostel, has the basic amenities but I might not stay again if I came back to Wellington. I stayed in a 4 bunk room with en-suite. The drain in the showers needs to be unblocked, I had to keep turning the shower off to let the water drain (I am a quick showerer). The paint was flaking off the walls in the bathroom. The layout of the room was very strange-the ladders for the bunk beds were in quite inconvenient places. The kitchen/kitchen storage area is very small and the kitchen was really dirty (not the hostel’s fault, literally no one seems to wash up after themselves so the sinks were piled high with dirty dishes). Was nice and social though and in a central location and the reception staff were lovely and friendly when I checked in.
10
Katie
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hostel was wonderful. Clean, friendly, and the beds were super comfortable. There is considerable construction happening in the neighborhood so drove around for almost an hour to find parking and an entrance, used an affordable parking garage just behind.
The hostel was wonderful. Clean, friendly, and the beds were super comfortable. There is considerable construction happening in the neighborhood so drove around for almost an hour to find parking and an entrance, used an affordable parking garage just behind.
8
Karina
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Some wear and tear on the room facilities but great location. I had a room myself with ensuite so worked well for my needs
Some wear and tear on the room facilities but great location. I had a room myself with ensuite so worked well for my needs
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Alan
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Prime location = shops, transport and cafes. No microwave. Friendly helpful reception staff.
Prime location = shops, transport and cafes. No microwave. Friendly helpful reception staff.
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Barbara J
Mar 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Budget priced clean and central to city. No frills but comfortable and friendly
Budget priced clean and central to city. No frills but comfortable and friendly
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Jeffrey
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel in itself is beautiful, the staff is nice, vibe is mellow. Epic staircase and old pretty building. Great location. When we first saw our room we were pleasantly surprised at how pretty it was. However, once night time came around it was not so pleasant anymore. Cigarette smoke was coming in through the window, doors were slamming loudly from the corridor, people downstairs in the courtyard could be heard very clearly (echo). The slanting mattress and the springs which could be felt through the fabric didn’t exactly improve the sleep either. I was so irritated I got up in the middle of the night and booked a new hotel, even though we had already paid for the next night. Needless to say, this is not the place for you if you are light sleeper and don’t appreciate passive smoking. And this was just a Thursday. Weekends must be absolutely horrible.
The hotel in itself is beautiful, the staff is nice, vibe is mellow. Epic staircase and old pretty building. Great location. When we first saw our room we were pleasantly surprised at how pretty it was. However, once night time came around it was not so pleasant anymore. Cigarette smoke was coming in through the window, doors were slamming loudly from the corridor, people downstairs in the courtyard could be heard very clearly (echo). The slanting mattress and the springs which could be felt through the fabric didn’t exactly improve the sleep either. I was so irritated I got up in the middle of the night and booked a new hotel, even though we had already paid for the next night. Needless to say, this is not the place for you if you are light sleeper and don’t appreciate passive smoking. And this was just a Thursday. Weekends must be absolutely horrible.
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Zef
Oct 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not flash but perfectly fine if you just need a place to crash and explore the city. Perfect location at end of Cuba Street. Room was spacious.
Not flash but perfectly fine if you just need a place to crash and explore the city. Perfect location at end of Cuba Street. Room was spacious.
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Rush
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Advertised free pancakes but didn’t provide any. Staff said they were sick but didn’t tell anyone so we were all waiting around. Could’ve at least told us!
Advertised free pancakes but didn’t provide any. Staff said they were sick but didn’t tell anyone so we were all waiting around. Could’ve at least told us!
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FAQs about Capital Wellington
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, accessible parking options are available directly at the hostel.
Is breakfast offered at the hostel?
Yes, an on-site breakfast is available for guests.
Does the hostel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 14:00 and check-out time ends at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances.
Where is the hostel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hostel is located in Downtown Central Wellington, just minutes away from attractions such as Te Papa museum, the cable car, and the bars and restaurants of Cuba Street.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 10 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
No cribs or rollaway beds are available at the property.
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