Halswell Lodge - Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Wellington, a short walk to Te Papa

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Balcony
Extra Large Twin Room Budget
Dining
Exterior
Staircase

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

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Map
21 Kent Terrace, Courtenay Place, Wellington, 6011
  • Courtenay Place
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Cuba Street Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

King Spa Unit

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Standard

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Queen Spa Unit

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Large Twin Room Budget

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Queen Standard

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room Budget

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room Budget

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room Budget

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Extra Large Twin Room Budget

Highlights

Balcony
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Two bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Sofa bed - single
Premium bedding
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Studio

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Wellington

At Halswell Lodge - Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Mount Victoria motel, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Interislander Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Courtenay Place - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Te Papa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria University of Wellington - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Myrtle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deluxe Expresso Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Majestic Cuisine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ortega - Fish Shack & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Halswell Lodge - Motel

Motel in Wellington, a short walk to Te Papa
Halswell Lodge - Motel offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This Wellington motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Halswell Lodge - Motel offers 18 accommodations with portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Wellington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NZD 15 per day)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: NZD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of NZD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 15 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

Halswell Lodge - Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

As of 9 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Halswell Lodge - Motel on 8 Apr 2025 start from AU$80.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

Yep, Halswell Lodge - Motel has a self car park for NZD 15 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Halswell Lodge - Motel?

Yep, Halswell Lodge - Motel is a short 10-minute walk from Oriental Bay Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

No, Halswell Lodge - Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Halswell Lodge - Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Halswell Lodge - Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 593 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ilva

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While the room looked very clean, the window was cracked and none of the wall lights worked. Also the en-suite was exceptionally small. But main problem was lack of any staff at all on the premises, so any queries had to be by phone to some other location, even though a sign in the footer said the desk was manned to 9pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

JOCELYN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Benita

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comforting. But the bed sheeds were dirty, and my whole Body iched. There was mold at the bathroom and the toilett was broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Joy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Place was okay as we were in transit overnight. supermarket nearby was well stocked and could be walking to. Close to Te Papa. Seemed to be a mix of different buildings and some motels. Tea and coffee facilities in room , simple room but the shower was tops, water good flow and hot,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Saul

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When entering the building all I could smell was cigarette smoke, my wife said it smelt of fart. Everything in the room was sticky, the shower curtain was mouldy, and the walls were damaged. Outside was the sound of people smoking, fighting and coughing up lung. We were there 10 minutes before we booked a new hotel. We couldn’t stay it didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cliff

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet broken and kept my awake all night. No staff at checkin again at 2pm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked 4 nights here and stayed one night and left. We were in the older part of the building, when we opened the door to the room we walked through cobwebs. The queen standard room looks nothing like the pictures advertised and was very damp/musty. The wallpaper was peeling, there was cobwebs and dust all throughout the room. The drinking glasses were not cleaned, they had dried liquid in the bottoms still. Huge crack in the bathroom, which could use an upgrade. The area outside seemed sketchy and unsafe. Reception unoccupied during check-in hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to where I wanted to be - Amenities not appropriate ie. bathroom usage inappropriate for normal use ie washing/rinsing in basin - Bed uncomfortable and stubbed toes on …bed base ? - Fridge shelving/door storage space broken
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Emma

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall the stay was okay and comfortable and had what we needed for the night. There was no reception on site but the janitor happened to be in the back and was able to contact owner (?), get our room key and send him a photo of our ID (kinda seemed like a sketchy process). The room is in an older building that had public access from downtown. Not soundproof at all as it’s regular wood doors along a hallway. But overall okay considering the low cost of the room and last minute booking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveller
Even though i paid for parking, there wasn't always one available, especially at night. Couldnt sleep when upstairs tenants were having party and stomping on floor which shakes bottom unit. Only one washing machine between all units which was leaking and draining down the driveway. The only positive part is its affordability and availability at short notice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst motel I have ever paid to stay in. So filthy I got them to mop bathroom/kitchen before we could move in. Staff don’t speak any english so you have to call a number then that person translates for them. So rundown! DON’T STAY HERE! If I could give minus stars I would! Again, DON’T STAY HERE!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sisko

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
If you only want to sleep
The room was ok for the price. The bed was comfortable and the TV did work. Under my visit they were not good to clean or empty rubbish, just left a new towel in room. Did never see anybody in reception.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ma. Cristina

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are no instruction sent thru email as what they said they would.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could hear doors banging, showers turning on and toilets flushing all night. Bed was ok but room was very tired and not inviting at all. Location and carpark were convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matana

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It only had a sooap despenser on the right of the hand basin whike towards the left away from where it needs to be was t showa (needed to pur hase a soap for convenience) also bed right nek to t window a cold draft was prominent n constant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Problem with WiFi signal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Louise

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matana

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Remote reception i didnt like NEVER seen that before
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service could have been better . Trying to sort late check in .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Watson

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt the pictures online were not the same as those we actually ended up with. We had been recommended this by a friend, and were disappointed. There were no extra blankets, pillows, or even a chair and small table to put things on and have one of the 3 booked guests to sit on, aside from their bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It does not look ANYTHING like the picture! At least not from the front! There was no-one there - they operate it remotely. The entrance hallway smelled old and musty. The bathroom needed a good clean / renovation. The bathroom door didn’t fit properly so you had to slam it to get it to close. The extractor fan and several lights didn’t work. The net curtains and room in general needed a good clean. As we went in the room in mid afternoon the curtains were all closed, not inviting. The beds were very soft, but surprisingly I slept well. It was cheap and very close to bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I booked a Budget SINGLE bed ROOM in the Lodge: The K/S bed was very comfortable, and the linen fresh & clean: Own bathroom was a huge PLUS, and it was very adequate. Great shower: A small fridge & electric jug was nice to have: Some basic cutlery would be helpful. Only one teaspoon provided: A bowl for cereal would be helpful: A glass & mug provided, but mug had chip on rim: The cleanliness of room and bathroom could be a lot better. I used many Anti-bacterial Wipes and I left both rooms far cleaner than I found them:
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for with this one. Great location .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024