In the heart of Te Aro, Aura Hotel offers a charming retreat close to Te Papa and Wellington Central Business District. Enjoy laundry facilities, connect with free in-room WiFi, and appreciate the overall condition that has left previous guests impressed.
Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cuba Street Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Te Papa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Courtenay Place - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 16 min drive
Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 44 min drive
Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
Wellington Ngauranga Station - 8 min drive
Wellington Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Abrakebabra - 1 min walk
Eva's Garage - 2 min walk
Golding's Free Dive - 2 min walk
Sketchbook Coffee - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
About this property
Aura Hotel
At Aura Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Interislander Ferry Terminal. Fellow travelers like the comfortable beds and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
62 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (4 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 100 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.9 percent
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Boxhill Lodge Wellington
Aura Hotel Guesthouse
Aura Hotel Wellington
Aura Hotel Guesthouse Wellington
Aura Hotel Wellington
Guesthouse Aura Hotel Wellington
Wellington Aura Hotel Guesthouse
Aura Wellington
Aura
Guesthouse Aura Hotel
Boxhill Lodge
Frequently asked questions
Does Aura Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Aura Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Aura Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Aura Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Aura Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Aura Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM.
What's the area around Aura Hotel like?
Aura Hotel is in Te Aro, a short 1-minute walk from The Opera House and 4 minutes' walk from St James Theatre.
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Reviews
Reviews
5.2
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5.8
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
5.6
Staff & service
5.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2026
Great location to city nightlife.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
Had a very nice stay with a couple of friends, very central, lots of options around.
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
The room was clean, spacious and the bed was comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful and had a lot of local information. It was great to have a kitchen, which had everything you need, to make your own food. Very easy transport links (bus stop right outside the hotel) and a good location; very close to bars, restaurants and shops. Very cheap accommodation, very good value for money - I would highly recommend this hotel.
Naomi
Naomi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
It was comfortable and close to everything.
Chessa
Chessa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2025
Central & comfy
Very centra, no window so a bit weird but was only there for one night so did not matter. Great welcome service & exit.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Nov 18, 2025
Strawberries behind my bed, durty and dusty room. welcomming staff, good localisation
Florian
Florian, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
This is a great place to stay as it is clean, cheap and central.
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 22, 2025
Location too busy. Noisy with guests yelling and playing. Cheap for location. Entrance to hotel different to what is pictured on website.
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 14, 2025
Suitable for single men. Can party in the big rooms. Not suitable for families or anyone that needs to get a good night sleep.
Location - Great. It's the only thing it has going for it.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Good place to stay, nice and central in the city, front reception has limited hours so make sure to get there on-time or call for assistance.
George Rex
George Rex, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 26, 2025
Some things didn’t work (jug, broken fan knob) economic so not too fussy and a brilliant location with bus stop outside the door, amazing book shops, lots of eateries and easy walk to everywhere. Hard to find staff. Comfortable bed, good shower, clean.
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 7, 2025
Very cheap, in the middile of town. The whole place looks a bit rough around the edges but the staff keep it very clean.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
Perfect location to Cuba and Courtenay, all necessities met for an overnight stay. Spacious room. Can't complain about pokey bathroom considering all other locations were more expensive with a shared bathroom. Suited perfectly for a Sat night out on the town.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 24, 2025
A very good location right the heart of Wellington CBD
Don't expect to get a 5 star Hotel as this is budget accommodation inside an office block, I found it comfortable and would definitely stay again
Grant
Grant, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2024
Good location and access especially if you want a budget stay but notba hostel. Bed was comfy, hard to find the room.
Elly
Elly, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 17, 2025
Location and price
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Great walking distant to food, pubs and nightclub. Secure hotel to stay in. Would recommend to whānau and friends
Leigh-Maree
Leigh-Maree, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2025
We should have been told there was a lift and how to exit the building
Good value for money
Clean
Own bathroom
Nice touches like shampoo soap towels
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Access through mall. Security of rooms. The staff were friendly and helfpful. It was clean and close to everything and flat walking.
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 1, 2025
A very basic room without any window, inside an old building. Air exhaust of the building was noisy all the time like flying in an aircraft. Small Bathroom and kitchenette/ fridge adequate and clean, also very minimalistic. Clean sheets but floors not clean and sticky, can’t have been vacuumed let alone washed for a long time. Gaps between floorboards full of dirt. Would not stay again. Location very handy and central, bus stop opposite building, easy to walk everywhere.
Edel
Edel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
Despite what others say about this property we did not have a negative experience. The staff were kind, they allowed us to check in early. Our room was tidy, the shower was nice. Only issue we faced was no windows. The beds were presented nicely and comfortable. The sink was clean. All around a nice cheap hotel.
Mikayla
Mikayla, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
Nice simple stay
Was rung and said room was ready early. Fast check in. It is a maze once inside the mixed use building. Was quiet on night i was there. Creaky floor boards. Nice and central
david
david, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 18, 2024
It was cheap and we got what we paid for. Did the trick. Great location. Terrible thin pillows.
T
T, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 9, 2024
Adequate for needs
It was lovely and quiet. A cheap room with all you need. I liked the community area and wasn't aware I could cook so that was a bonus for next time. Squeaky floors but an old building. It suited me fine and location was close to what I want
carol
carol, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 9, 2024
Very convenient location, good, safe and handy to public transport. I'll stay again.
Walls are thin and snoring in another room was bad. No windows in my room was not good, but overall it was a great place to stay.