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The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

28 Cambridge TerraceSee map

RM 262.73per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 29 Oct

Top reasons for booking
With a stay at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, steps from Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from BATS Theatre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Courtenay Place.
Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
3.9/5Good 909 reviews
Exploring the area
Wellington Station, 1.8km, About 30 mins from hotel by foot
Wellington International Airport, 4.2km, About 8 mins from hotel by car
Statue of Queen Victoria, 100m, About 1 mins from hotel by foot
13
Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
Bed type arranged at check-in

12.0 m²

10
Triple Room, Ensuite
Bed type arranged at check-in

17.0 m²

4
Quadruple Room, Ensuite
Bed type arranged at check-in

20.0 m²

10
Single Room, Ensuite
1 single bed

8.0 m²

7
Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only)
1 single bed

7.0 m²

4
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom
2 beds

12.0 m²

6
Double Room, Shared Bathroom
1 double bed or bigger

12.0 m²

7
Single Bed in a 4 Bed Dorm
1 single bed

13.0 m²

6
Single Bed in a 6 Bed Dorm
1 single bed

15.0 m²

4
Single Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm
1 single bed

17.0 m²

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Reviews

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3.9/5.0

Good

909 reviews
Location
4.5
Services offered
4.2
Cleanliness
3.6
Atmosphere & facilities
3.7
All
4.5+
3.0+
Klook User
Reviewed: 17 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Single Bed only) · 1 Adults · 2 Nights

Great location, plus they have their own grill and bar right at the front of the building.

Overview

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Rooms:58
Floors:2
Star rating:

With a stay at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, steps from Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from BATS Theatre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Courtenay Place.

Description

With a stay at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, steps from Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from BATS Theatre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Courtenay Place.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Wellington Station

Train stations
1.8km

Wellington International Airport

Airports
4.2km

Attractions

Statue of Queen Victoria

100m

The Library

200m

Embassy Theatre

300m

Wellington Chocolate Factory

400m

New World Wellington City

400m

Reading Cinemas

400m

Waitangi Park

500m

Museum of New Zealand

600m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
General
Non-smoking throughout
Elevator
Vending machine
Business facilities
Meeting facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Tourist info desk
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 22:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

Sunday - Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Check-in descriptions

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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.

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Children aged above 18 will be charged as adults at this property

Other fees

Late check-out fee: NZD 40.00

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

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