Family & Kids

We offer a variety of rooms and suites that families will find comfortable. 

2 beds in one room:

• Superior Double Double with bath
  
• City View Double Double with bath
  
• Deluxe Double Double Harbour View – shower only

Suites:
Our suites feature a separate bedroom and a fold-out couch perfect for families that want to stay together while enjoying a little privacy. 

• Superior King Suite – shower only
  
• Deluxe King Suite – shower only 

We offer cots for younger children (available upon request for an additional fee) and our spacious rooms come with kitchenettes equipped with a variety of utensils (additional cooking utensils can be provided upon request), a coffee machine (in suites), a hob stove top and a toaster. Our Superior rooms also feature bathtubs. Enjoy your favourite shows with Sky TV channels and stream content from your device using Chromecast on our smart TVs.

Upon arrival during the school holidays, kids will be thrilled to discover a candy station right next to the front desk, adding a sweet burst of excitement to their stay.

Our indoor heated pool, maintained at a comfortable 38 degrees and 1.5 meters deep, offers a fantastic activity for our younger guests. Open from 7 am to 9 pm, it’s perfect for rainy days or evening swims. For adults, the spa, sauna, and gym are conveniently located within sight of the pool (please note that adult supervision is required for children in the pool). Pool towels and changing rooms are available poolside.

During the school holidays, the pool transforms into a hub of fun with toys, pool noodles, and plenty of splash time.

With our Kids Stay & Eat Free offer, you and your little ones can enjoy Portlander’s renowned breakfast buffet, ensuring you’re all set for the day ahead. Click here to see our sample buffet menu!!

For lunch and dinner, up to two children under 12 dine for free from the kids’ menu when accompanied by adults. The kids will be delighted with our special puzzle menu, making mealtime fun and engaging, while parents can enjoy peaceful wine time (…hopefully!).

Our dedicated kid’s play area, available during school holidays, includes an oversized Connect 4 and a foosball table, ensuring hours of entertainment for the little ones.

Parking

PARKING IS LIMITED AND STRICTLY SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY ON ARRIVAL. Parking is Valet-only and is $40 per vehicle per night. Additional charges will apply after 12pm on day of checkout. EV charging points are also available on request for electric vehicles. Normal valet parking charges apply but no extra charge for the use of the EV points. Accessible parking is also available.

For instances where the Rydges carpark is full, we have an alternative option available with our partners at Prime Parking nearby at a rate of $27 for 24 hours using the voucher code. You can download these instructions here: Rydges Parking 

Directions

Head north on Stewart Duff Drive towards Stewart Duff Drive

At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto SH 1

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on SH 1

Slight right onto Buckle St (signs for Oriental Bay/City Centre)

Slight left onto Buckle St/SH 1

Turn right onto Taranaki St

Turn left onto Jervois Quay (signs for State Highway 1/Route 2)

Continue onto Customhouse Quay

Continue onto Waterloo Quay (signs for State Highway 1/Route 2)

Turn left onto Bunny St

Take the 1st left onto Featherston St/Stout St

Continue to follow Featherston St

Rydges Wellington  will be on the left

GPS co-ordinates for the Rydges hotel in Wellington NZ: -41.280903,174.77851

A taxi from the airport takes about 25 minutes.

Transport Services
The team at Rydges Wellington are more than willing to assist in booking your transport to and from the hotel. Please contact us by calling +64 4 499 8686 or emailing our Concierge at [email protected].

EV Charging
EV Charging is available at $15 per vehicle per charge.

We offer a laundry service (see prices here) to keep your family’s clothes fresh throughout your stay. Plus, explore the local area with our free local experiences map, providing self-guided walking tours perfect for discovering Wellington’s family-friendly attractions.