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The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Embassy Theatre

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Experience the heart of Wellington at The Cambridge Hotel - Hostel, where you can enjoy a coffee in the cafe or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. With laundry facilities, 40 meeting rooms and tour assistance, previous guests have appreciated its convenient location near Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 40 meeting rooms
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Free toiletries
The current price is CNY332
CNY382 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13

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Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington, 6001

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Courtenay Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St James Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Papa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 13 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 45 min drive
  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellington Ngauranga Station - 9 min drive
  • Wellington Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KC Cafe & Takeaway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cambridge Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Minibar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Myrtle - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Courtenay Place and BATS Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 58 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.8 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (6:00 AM - 5:30 AM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • 40 meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1883
  • ATM/banking

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 40.00
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.8 percent

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that guests may experience noise from the bar and hotel building on Saturday nights/early Sunday mornings from 9 PM to 3 AM.

Also known as

Backpacker Cambridge
Cambridge Backpacker
Cambridge Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker
Cambridge Hotel Backpacker Wellington
Cambridge Hotel Wellington
Cambridge Hotel
Cambridge Wellington
The Cambridge Hotel
The Cambridge Hotel Hostel
The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers Wellington

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers 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 The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 40.00.

What is there to do at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Embassy Theatre (2-min walk) and Downstage Theatre (2-min walk), along with BATS Theatre (3-min walk) and Elliott House (3-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers like?

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers is in Te Aro, a short 3-minute walk from Courtenay Place and 5 minutes' walk from St James Theatre.

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Reviews

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Our room was cool - really high ceilings! Beds were comfortable. We were in a private with a shared bathroom. Women’s was great, men’s only had 1 stall operational. Elevator is really cool. The staff are great! Kitchen seemed well equipped (I only used it to make sandwiches)
Angela, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

staff was helpful. towel was nice. cold water tap in room sink didn't work water wasn't well contained in shower/bath and would get the floor really wet
Hansie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room and helpful staff. It’s a nice quiet place to stay.
Priyavanti, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely enjoyed my experience..will definitely stay again.
Justyne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay will be back
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely hotel/backpacker. Nothing was a problem.
Todd, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, kettle tea coffee and shared showers and toilets,very reasonable price,good bar downstairs
michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Actually the coolest place. Nice architecture, high ceilings. Everything is super old and well built and wooden. Nice new beds. Friendly staff.
Crista, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. Also very close to piblic transport hub.
Laura, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, nice to have a dining option downstairs. When we arrived our room wasn't quite ready. No problem reception gave us a couple of complementary drinks so we sat at the bar.
Rachel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money
david, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location and good value for money!
Heidi, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love staying here. The amenities is great. and it is affordable
Julie ann, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

very good
JOHN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay
Annalise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Just awesome as always, has everything we need and nothing we dont! Beds, bathrooms, breakfast and a bar, perfect for a sport or work visit to Wellywood! Thanks again, awesome weekend.
Jamie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great stay for the price.
Darren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a consistently enjoyable stay at The Cambridge...great staff, food and location!!
Rob, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean rooms and reasonably priced
Haruru, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Its very quiet and the staff is so helpful and the toilet very clean
emmanuel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff at the reception were very helpful and the location was perfect
Eliza, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great family stay!

Loved our stay here. Great value and location in a beautiful building. Would definitely recommend for any family!
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was fantastic, I've never seen such a big bed, it was clean, awesome! Loved my stay here, thank you.
Shaun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Close to great dining in Courtenay Place
Scott, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved that there was a great old bar below the accommodation
Warrick, 1-night trip