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YHA Wellington communal dining area with multicultural flag decor
YHA Wellington multishare bunk bed dorm
YHA Wellington communal kitchen area
YHA Wellington multishare suite fitted with lockers and bunkbeds
YHA Wellington double bedroom with overlooking window
YHA Wellington youth travelers in dining area and checking laptop
YHA Wellington twin singles with window
YHA Wellington youth travelers resting in lounging area
YHA Wellington multishare bunk bed dorm

YHA Wellington for Groups

overview

YHA Wellington is the capital’s accommodation leader for education and tour groups, with scores of repeat visits annually, providing quality, secure and affordable accommodation. YHA Wellington accommodates all types of groups from schools and colleges, to sporting and cultural groups.

Meals

Continental breakfast can be served in our group kitchen upon request for $10 per person. It includes:

  • A choice of three cereals
  • Yoghurt
  • Fruit
  • Toast and spreads (butter, jam, honey, peanut butter)
  • Tea, coffee and fruit juice

For lunch and dinner options, Jynelle is happy to provide local recommendations.

Free booking service

A free booking service is provided for all land-based domestic travel and activities including:

  • Interislander and Bluebridge ferries
  • Tranzalpine, Tranzscenic and Overland trains
  • InterCity coach travel and local shuttle services

Get in touch

If you have any questions Lisa and Jynelle are happy to help: [email protected] or phone 04 801 7280.
For multiple locations, chat to our National Groups Coordinator, Rod: email [email protected] or phone 0800 278 299.

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Hostel Details & Location

Group Coordinator: Jynelle

Check in: 2:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am

Contact: +64 4 280 2483 Email this hostel

Reception: 7am - 11pm plus 24 hour guest access

Location: 292 Wakefield Street,

Te Aro, Wellington

5 minutes' walk to Te Papa

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How to get here

YHA Wellington is the closest hostel to Te Papa, and within easy walking distance of Capital E, Civic Square, Parliament, National War Exhibition and transport to Zealandia and Wellington Zoo. A large supermarket (New World) is directly across the road.

We can help to arrange your activity bookings or transport to local activities. Just let us know, we are happy to help!


Train

The railway station is 1.5km from YHA Wellington. It is a 20-25 minute walk, or you can take bus no. 1 or 2 and get off at the last stop on Courtney Place. Turn left onto Cambridge Terrace, the hostel is 50m on the left. A taxi would cost approximately $10-$15. Alternatively talk to your Groups Coordinator about arranging a shuttle.



Airport

The Airport Flyer is the public bus service to and from the city. This departs the airport every 20 mins and is $9.00 per person. If you prefer, or for larger groups, ask us about charter buses.



Ferry

Ask us about shuttles to and from the ferry terminals.



Parking

When you arrive at YHA Wellington please feel free to use our loading bay (Between the lines) while you check in and we can advise you where to park. Unfortunately we do not have our own car park. There is on-street car parking available an approximate ten minute walk from the hostel for about $7.50 per vehicle per day (Mon-Fri 10am -4pm) and free overnight and at the weekends.

There is secure overnight parking (5pm - 8am) at Te Papa; purchase a ticket at YHA Wellington reception for $7.50.



Coach Parking

There are a number of parking options for buses bringing groups to YHA Wellington. The following areas have been allocated by Wellington City Council for bus parking. Parking is unrestricted and free of charge. For more information talk to your Groups Coordinator or call the council on +64 4 499 4444.

  • Wakefield St, opposite the Amora Hotel, capacity for 4 buses
  • West side of Kent Terrace, before Elizabeth St, capacity for 2 buses
  • Bunny St, between Thorndon & Lambton Quays, capacity for 4 buses

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facilities

Great for groups:

  • Secure bedrooms
  • Bed linen included
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Breakfast options
  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Towel hire
  • Communal dining area
  • Luggage storage options
  • Free booking service
Shared facilities:

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Communal lounge
  • Communal dining area
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Food storage area
  • Onsite food options
  • Recycling stations
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24 hour guest access
Entertainment and activities:

  • Games available
  • Guitar
  • Communal TV
  • Free movies
  • Book exchange
  • Reading room
Services:

  • After-hours check in on request
  • Luggage storage options
  • Travel & activity bookings
  • HI bookings
  • Hair dryers
  • Hot water bottles
  • Towel hire
  • Breakfast items for sale
  • Bicycle storage
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hostel capacity

YHA Wellington can cater for up to 300 people across 104 rooms. Please note that due to the layout of rooms, groups of 40 or more may be located on different levels.

Shared rooms

  • 1 x 8 bed multishare room
  • 11 x 6 bed multishare rooms
  • 3 x 6 bed multishare ensuite rooms
  • 21 x 4 bed multishare ensuite rooms
  • 1 x triple room

Group members are accommodated in comfortable multishare rooms, many with ensuite facilities. Shared single sex bathroom facilities are located on each floor. All bedding is provided (duvets, sheets and pillows) and towels can be hired for $1 each.

Private rooms

  • 41 x twin and double rooms
  • 8 x single
  • 12 x twin and double rooms with ensuite facilities

Group leaders and supervisors can be accommodated in single, double or twin rooms with private or shared bathroom facilities. These rooms include all bed linen and towels. Please note private rooms with ensuite facilities are subject to availability.

Safety & Security

Safety and security is a top priority at YHA. You can download our Group Health & Safety information for your planning resources or school board approvals.

All bedroom doors lock automatically when closed and require swipe keys for access. A duplicate set can be provided for leaders to access all rooms allocated to your group.

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YHA Wellington

5 minutes' walk to Te Papa

  • Secure bedrooms
  • Bed linen included
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
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