The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
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8.2Excellent
(1,556 Ratings)
"Everything"
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Discover affordable accommodations with character at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers, Wellington's heritage hotel established in 1883.
Business facilities
Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Heating
Bar
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Accessible by lift
Key card access
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
The location and price. Amazing value. Clean. Great staff.
The hotel was well frequented and a little noisy.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Everything
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10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
This backpackers/hotel, along with the service and accommodation, amenities, self-serve kitchen, and fantastic staff with a great reception staff and Great deals if you're ordering for a group, and the best part is the MARBLE BATHROOMS( yes, im telling you what backpacker/hotel presents you with your own individual marble bathroom and toilet. It's a sheared bathroom to note also with great large mirrors and a complementary hair dryer to use.
Parking witch has nothing to do with the hotel .Wellington City Council charges a lot for parking . 🙄 hotel has no one site parking, but they do recommend what carparks to leave your car at
5 / 10·Feb 2026
The staff were wonderful. Super helpful and let me store my luggage after I checked out which was really helpful. They were very friendly and well mannered. Top marks to the staff
The blinds in my room did not block out the pink neon lights shining outside even when fully closed. This meant I barely got any sleep. The shower drains were also fully clogged, so it made having a shower really difficult. The doors in the toilet are not wide enough to enter the stalls without having to squeeze through which feels quite icky because I don't really like to touch any walls in a public bathroom, but this made it impossible.
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Top rated by guests
8.2Excellent
(1,556 Ratings)
"Everything"
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
FAQs
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers?
We found 16 amenities for this rental. This includes business facilities, free wifi/internet, non-smoking, heating, and bar.
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