In the heart of Te Aro, Aura Hotel offers a charming retreat close to Te Papa and Wellington Central Business District. Enjoy laundry facilities, connect with free in-room WiFi, and appreciate the overall condition that has left previous guests impressed.
Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cuba Street Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Michael Fowler Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Te Papa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Courtenay Place - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 15 min drive
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 44 min drive
Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
Wellington Ngauranga Station - 9 min drive
Wellington Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Abrakebabra - 1 min walk
Everybody Eats - 1 min walk
The Oaks Satay Noodle House - 1 min walk
Mexico - 2 min walk
Swimsuit - 1 min walk
About this property
Aura Hotel
When you stay at Aura Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal. Fellow travelers like the comfortable beds and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
62 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (4 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 100 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.9 percent
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Boxhill Lodge Wellington
Aura Hotel Guesthouse
Aura Hotel Wellington
Aura Hotel Guesthouse Wellington
Aura Hotel Wellington
Guesthouse Aura Hotel Wellington
Wellington Aura Hotel Guesthouse
Aura Wellington
Aura
Guesthouse Aura Hotel
Boxhill Lodge
Frequently asked questions
Does Aura Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Aura Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Aura Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Aura Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Aura Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Aura Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM.
What's the area around Aura Hotel like?
Aura Hotel is in Te Aro, a short 7-minute walk from Te Papa and 3 minutes' walk from Michael Fowler Centre.
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Reviews
Aura Hotel Reviews
5.0
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
5.6
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
5.4
Staff & service
5.2
Eco-friendliness
5.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2025
A bit grubby and in need of renovation
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 7, 2025
Very cheap, in the middile of town. The whole place looks a bit rough around the edges but the staff keep it very clean.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
This is a great place to stay as it is clean, cheap and central.
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 24, 2025
A very good location right the heart of Wellington CBD
Don't expect to get a 5 star Hotel as this is budget accommodation inside an office block, I found it comfortable and would definitely stay again
Grant
Grant, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
May 26, 2025
Room had a constant background noise, some light, and was quite warm with no window to open or air con. However, was fairly cheap and did the
Rich
Rich, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2025
We should have been told there was a lift and how to exit the building
Good value for money
Clean
Own bathroom
Nice touches like shampoo soap towels
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 15, 2025
We had to buy lights we had to buy shower cabby homeless people sleepling in hallway
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John
John, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Access through mall. Security of rooms. The staff were friendly and helfpful. It was clean and close to everything and flat walking.
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Just a nice clean easy stay for the boys
Tyrone
Tyrone, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2024
Good place
Max
Max, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2024
Very handy to cbd, good value
Wayne
Wayne, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 4, 2025
We couldn’t even stay due to the fact it was genuinely disgusting, hair on the sheets, toothpaste on the mirror. Bathroom wasn't clean nkt vacuumed, when checking in reception was on his phone talking to a friend and left us outside.
Evie
Evie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Very helpful manager
Well priced
Would stay again
Mehboob
Mehboob, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
Despite what others say about this property we did not have a negative experience. The staff were kind, they allowed us to check in early. Our room was tidy, the shower was nice. Only issue we faced was no windows. The beds were presented nicely and comfortable. The sink was clean. All around a nice cheap hotel.
Mikayla
Mikayla, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 9, 2025
Was good that it was rite in the city. My floor was very dirty.
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
It's okay for me
Kilifi
Kilifi, 6-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 21, 2025
If you enjoy staying in a place where every piece of furniture in the room is broken, wondering what those splatters up the wall are and if they're related to the huge stain on the middle of the bed cover, spending the night with bed bugs, and the smell of sewage, this is the hotel for you.
Any money saved on your accommodation budget will be spent on bed bug treatment and bite remedies - BE WARNED!!
Antoinette
Antoinette, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2024
Good location and access especially if you want a budget stay but notba hostel. Bed was comfy, hard to find the room.
Elly
Elly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Great walking distant to food, pubs and nightclub. Secure hotel to stay in. Would recommend to whānau and friends
Leigh-Maree
Leigh-Maree, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 3, 2024
Handy location but there was dull noise all night that made sleeping difficult
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 21, 2025
The property is very well
Located but its dirty and a bit scary the first night i was ready to leave but ended up staying and i guess once you pass the first shock it ok, I would not stay again though
My height is 1.63 and the shower its like for kids
The bed also have bed bugs and the inside of the room are really scary like a horror movie is more an hostel than a hotel
Sol
Sol, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 6, 2025
The worst accommodation I have ever stayed at. Hotel manager is unprofessional, rude, unhygienic, and a total scam artist
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jan 19, 2025
As above
Walter
Walter, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 9, 2024
Adequate for needs
It was lovely and quiet. A cheap room with all you need. I liked the community area and wasn't aware I could cook so that was a bonus for next time. Squeaky floors but an old building. It suited me fine and location was close to what I want
carol
carol, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 17, 2025
The extract ducting was noisy. The shower head needed replacing a long time ago. Lifting the toilet seat i found it hadn't been cleaned from the previous tenants, the toilet brush is disgusting and a health hazard. Finally mopping the floors with a dirty mop is not classed as cleaning. The floor was sticky and i witnessed the mopping in person. The whole experience made me feel sick and i would never come back.