Rydges Wellington

This is the first hotel I've stayed at in South Island in a fortnight that I have been really disappointed with! From the very start the reception staff came across unwilling to assist, and unwelcoming, so much so I felt I was being made to feel I was the one that was lucky to be staying there.nnThe room was small and dated tho listed as executive. Was very glad I was solo. It was clean. Curtains struggled to block daylight. Strange floor based ac was very noisy even on lowest setting which was needed in airless room. Shower water not contained in cubicle.nnPool was ok tho sauna didn't work.nnBreakfast buffet had lids not hinged on pots which is awkward when you have a plate in one hand and are trying to manage lid and tongs in the other.nnGood location to wharf precinct.nnObviously I won't be back and won't recommend.

It is in the middle of Wellington central business. You can reach Te Papa Museum, Wellington Museum, and Cable car by only 15-20 minutes walk.nThe room was quite big enough for family and it has bath tub, microwave, and refrigerator.nIn overall, It was very pleasant to stay in Rydges Hotel.

Stayed at Rydges recently and unfortunately the experience did not feel worth the price paid. While the room was clean, tidy, and well maintained, there were several issues that affected the stay. The water pressure was very low, parking around the hotel was difficult to find, and noise from the hallway and neighbouring rooms could be clearly heard, including conversations. Overall, it was not the comfortable or relaxing experience expected at this price point.

Swanky room but our hopes for laundry were dashed at the $5/pair of socks pricing. We were also not permitted to pay for our vehicle to remain in the valet parking for a further few hours after check-out, which doesn't seem like a large ask for such an upscale establishment. Nice pool and hot-tub but the sauna directions were a mystery. Located a nice 20m walk from downtown and right beside the ferry though.

Just checked into a room on the 14th floor - here for a week for work. 5 months ago I was here again on work and wrote a miserable review 1 star. Today I am pleased to say things have much improved with the room standard and the friendly, helpful service at concierge. I have deleted that review and replacing it with this. Confidence is restored and I will recommend it again. Well done !

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