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Capital Wellington

2.0 star property
Waterfront hostel in Wellington with a 24-hour front desk

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Located in Te Aro's center, Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington offers a social vibe with its bar and restaurant. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, lobby coffee/tea, laundry facilities, and a billiards table. The hostel's central location is consistently praised by visitors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥6,585
￥7,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31

Room options

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Elite Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (4 beds)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (4 beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory (8 beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (8 beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (6 beds)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (6 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
6011, Wellington, 118 Wakefield St

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 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 Station - 18 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abrakebabra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fork & Brewer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪St Johns Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nikau Gallery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Capital Wellington

Hostel near Te Papa
Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, laundry services, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 200 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Capital Wellington?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capital Wellington on Dec 30, 2025 start from ￥6,585, excluding 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?

Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington?

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

What time is check-out at Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington located?

Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and Te Papa. Wellington Town Hall and Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre are just steps away. Wellington Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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