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Quest on Thorndon

Art Deco aparthotel in Wellington

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Private kitchenette
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Private kitchenette

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $87
$76 nightly
$87 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

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61-63 Thorndon Quay, Wellington, 6011
  • Sky Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cuba Street Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wellington

Located in Pipitea, a neighborhood in Wellington, Quest on Thorndon is near the airport and near the beach. Old St Paul's and Courtenay Place are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Wellington Cable Car. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Sky Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Sky Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Te Papa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Courtenay Place - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 5 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trax Bar & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thistle Inn Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Backbencher Pub & Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Quest on Thorndon

Art Deco aparthotel in Wellington
This smoke-free aparthotel features self parking, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. Each apartment offers comforts like a memory foam bed and Egyptian cotton sheets, plus a washer/dryer and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a microwave and an electric kettle, and other amenities include free WiFi and an iPod dock.
Quest on Thorndon offers 35 accommodations with iPod docking stations and washers/dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and first-run movies. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and espresso makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Housekeeping

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: NZD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 25.00 per night(66 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Quest on Thorndon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quest on Thorndon?

Self parking is available for NZD 25.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Quest on Thorndon?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Quest on Thorndon?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quest on Thorndon located?

Located in Pipitea, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Old St Paul's and Beehive. Sky Stadium and Wellington Cable Car are also within 15 minutes. Wellington Station is 5 minutes by foot and Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station is 29 minutes.

Quest on Thorndon Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 539 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A good location to walk around and see the sights. Rooms clean and had everything you needed. Parking is limited and you need to book and pay for a spot if you have a car. Very handy location if you are using Ferries. Good pubs and eateries nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great location for train or ferry

Quest on Thorndon was convenient, comfortable with the in-room laundry and kitchen adding to the stay. The staff was great. We arrived on the Northern Explorer and a couple of days later left on the ferry to Picton so the proximity to the train depot and ferry port was a plus for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and functional. Loved having a washer and dryer. Had to walk a bit to get to restaurants, but super close to the stadium
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Ok stay. Staff very friendly. Nothing special. Not in a great area, near the harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James, Honolulu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is perfect for the Interisland Ferry and Train station transfers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A splurge but astounding service and comfort

Huge, comfortable room with all the conveniences. Ariel, the receptionist was outstandingly helpful, patient, professional and effective in getting back the camera and phone I had left in the van from the airport and it helping get back my lost luggage from Air New Zealand. The reception "closes" at 7:00pm but they made sure that some staff would be available to receive my luggage and other items if they arrived after 7 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Everything about my stay was. wonderful. Would definitely stay there any!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Great to have washer and dryer. Property asked us not to use laundry after 10 pm. At 8i15 pm someone from a neighboring room asked us to stop drying our clothes because the dryer noise was preventing her from sleeping (at 8:15?!!). We stopped drying, which was very inconvenient. In addition, the room had an inpleasant smell when we checked in. We had to open windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Nice kitchonette. Room had an unpleasant not fresh smell when we went in for the first time. Had to open windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to amenities. Parking was challenging and had to pay too much.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. We got a HUGE space due to an upgrade at no charge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Kristi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Attendant at check in hung up the phone on me three times and was very rude. Room floor was flooded by the refrigerator and bed was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review of Quest on Thorndon

On the surface, everything was fine. It was clean and comfortable. However, it had some weird issues. The lights/electric require you to plug in your keycard which they forgot to tell us nor could we find it in the guest info. This was easily fixed with a trip to the lobby; however, it would have been a pain had we gotten in late and the staff was gone. The dryer didn't really dry our clothes. The fan in the bathroom was on a timer or some "smart" control so we had to listen to it when it wasn't necessary. The location is very close to the rail station and Interisland Ferry shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

SuzY, St Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hours for reception was limited, especially on the weekend but the hotel staff sent me instructions as to what to do when I arrived and all went smoothly. The room had a kitchenette, and washer and dryer, none of which we used but was nice that they were available. The internet worked very well. The only negatives were that the hotel was not in the most central part of the CBD. Also, the room had a scent like of perfume.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Location is Great!

The bed was old and we could feel the springs. Otherwise, the place is great. It has all the amenities we needed. The location was very convenient to the center of town (walking distance). Parking is a challenge but we were able to get a spot for the night.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spacious and clean room

Room was spacious and clean - kitchen came with all basic essentials! Location is not in the 'heart' of the city but there's plazas within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Sue, Charlotte, NC area

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, well-maintained....some 'issues'

Due to flight problems, we arrived after the desk closing time. The phone numbers we had did not result in contact, but my husband walked into the hotel lobby with some returning residents, and found a contact number at the desk that resulted in contact with the owner, who lives in the hotel. He was quick to come to the entrance, and we were checked in. The owner was friendly, and helpful with information that helped us plan our next day. The location is very convenient, and my wife and I walked everywhere we wished to go in our two-night/one day stay. The hotel information booklet had instructions in it for a washing machine and dryer that was not in the room. Use of the one combo machine was a problem, with apparent electronic issues that caused some clothing problems. The king-size bed had a hard ridge down the center. Two double beds together? Be aware that parking is very limited at the hotel. We parked on the street the first night (Sunday, free until 8AM), then in a small open-air, covered, parking 'garage' close to the hotel the day and night we were there afterward. ($24NZ, 8AM - 7PM; $15NZ, 5PM - 8AM) We stopped at this hotel after a flight in from Christ Church, on our travel going north. The stop was pleasant, and we would recommend the hotel to someone in similar circumstances, with an understanding of 'the issues'. The cost was reasonable, and the hotel was clean/well-maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very kind. There were internet difficulties but staff were available with a quick solution with one phone call. I was there for one night and it was a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located to stadium and Parliament

We went the Super Rugby game at Westpac Stadium and the location couldn’t have been better. It was just a short walk from the train station and Stadium walkway. Very quiet and comfy but not close to any nightlife or restaurants. That was the only negative.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very close to town. Parking was abit of a problem and the internet wasn’t up to par
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

mediocrity in wellington

I thought the online ad stated there was a foam mattress on the bed and there was a very weak regular mattress. The room was very quiet as per my request. When we arrived at around 10PM, we were able to enter the building because they left the key in a box for us but had difficulty entering a dark room unable to turn on any lights. We finally found someone staying at the hotel to help us. The front desk was not helpful when asked if we could check out late due to a very late flight (they never even offered to keep our luggage for a few hours) they were very cold about it. the housekeeping varied in its quality. One woman at the front desk was nice and indicated this was so I would mention her in my evaluation for the hotel chain itself, We stayed 22 nights and were treated like this. The room itself met our needs.
Stayed 22 nights in Dec 2017