U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Wellington

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Located near Te Papa and Wellington's CBD, U Residence Hotel offers practical amenities like laundry facilities, a terrace, and WiFi. Guests appreciate the luggage storage and express check-in/out services for easy arrivals and departures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 471
AED 542 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

King Studio + 1 Single

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 64 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Queen Studio + 1 Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
181 Wakefield Street, Wellington, 6011

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Courtenay Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Papa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 18 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zephyr Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panhead Tory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Te Papa Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Te Papa
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW have perks such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Down comforters and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 35 per night); reservations required
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Home City Apartment Wellington
At Home Hotel Wellington
At Home Wellington Hotel Wellington
Wellington At Home Hotel
U Residence Hotel Wellington
U Residence Wellington
Apartment U Residence Hotel Wellington
Wellington U Residence Hotel Apartment
Apartment U Residence Hotel
U Residence Hotel (formerly At Home Wellington)
At Home Wellington City
U Residence
U Residence Hotel Hotel
U Residence Hotel Wellington
U Residence Hotel Hotel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

Is U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW?

As of 4 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW on 16 November 2025 start from $147.52, 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.

How much is parking at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW located?

This family-friendly Wellington hotel is located near the airport, just steps from Wellington Central Business District and Te Papa. Te Aro Pa and St James Theatre are just steps away. Wellington Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 409 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ana

close to Takina events centre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
King bed was small, needed updating. Car parking across the road cost $105 but we parked in wrong spot & we’re fined $190 by carpark owner, very expensive for us & the hotel should reimburse us $105 as we didn’t use their specific spots
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient and great that they took pets. Special touches like having a dog bed, bowl and dog treats! Room was clean and spacious and comfortable. Check-in and out was super easy and I got a call before check in to make sure I had everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in, we'd arrived in Wgtn early so were able to drop our bags off which was appreciated. Early check in confirmed by phone call so we could relax before the All Blacks game. Nice clean room, quiet and comfy bed. Thanks 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic, clean facilities in an excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay - it was cool having our little dog stay with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Not bad
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place. Nice management. Everything restocked well. Walkable to a lot of dining options. 5 mins walk to bus station that can take you around the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, very good staff. Easy going
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Zeyad

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely staff and reasonable price. Central and convenient location. Oldish property and furniture. Cleanliness can be better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, heaps of space, modern,all the facilities you would need. Very close to walk to anywhere in central Wellington. I was initially unsure about entry procedures but it was easy. Parked across the road in Hotel park, it was only a 2 minute walk to hotel. Overall a place I would recommend. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Central and close to all the shopping, food places and transport e.g. buses, that we needed. Also very close to Te Papa and waterfront which were places we wanted to visit. Small room but had what we needed for short stay. The outdoor balcony was important to us to have small outdoor space and fresh air. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the idea of allowing the pet to stay in the hotel with the owner. I also liked having a complete furniture or household that i can used while staying.,😊😊😊

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed on Sunday night. 28th August. I usually stay here a lot and never had any problems but had a terrible stay. 2 large parties where happening at once out of different rooms. They were loud all night and no one did anything or even ask them to turn the volume down. I didn’t sleep at all because of the noise and it was a terrible stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Fleur

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointment is a nice way of putting my stay at U Residence, Wellington. Online it says the hotel is 4 stars that unfortunately is a joke. Let’s start dishwasher doesn’t work, smoke butts and ash tray on balcony, no pen or paper to write on. Couldn’t connect to the wifi. One rubbish bin that was the size of a peg basket and no refil rubbish liners for when full. No soap. No vacuum cleaner, had a washing machine but no instructions or powder and no line to put clothes on. The shower bottom was uneven and slippery, my 70 yr old dad whom I stayed with slipped over while getting in. Also says pet friendly, no where for your pet to get outside no courtyard had to walk over 1 km for my service dog to wee each time. No stairs to access only a dirty lift. The doors are difficult to unlock and heavy. I was told the hotel had limited parking so asked as a disabled person for parking and the hotel has actually no parking at all it’s inside a shared building. We checked out at 7:30am because of all these factors it was an awful nights stay. I really am wanting a refund because it ruined our entire trip to Wellington and was not worth the money spent. It felt more like a brothel than anything else. I found it hard to give it 1 star. Very misleading online. Also said has sound proof walls that’s not true we could here everyone come and go and both sides of our room shower and use the toilet. Toilet paper was 1 ply but so thin you couldn’t even get it off the roll properly. Refund pleas!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and well priced
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow what a great stay! Really great Communication from day 1. Clear instructions for parking and accessing keys. The room itself was exactly what we needed, it was clean, tidy and modern and nice! Beds were great. We have everything we needed and really enjoyed our stay there. Would highly recommend. Thanks so much for having us :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s is everything I need. Great access to the conference centre
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, Very Friendly Welcome! Apartment has everything you need just a little cold.
Spectacular Waterfront View
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checked out within the hour, this facility was not what we expected, the decor is old and updated, it was clean enough but dingy would be the word i would use
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness
Lacked of heating during winter season is a huge challenge for us. The extra bed was not working fine and sunk almost to the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

very convenient, reasonable price was very windy which made it noisy and hard to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025