Rowena's Lodge

Mark

4 months ago

I recommend Rowena's lodge. It is will cleaned and any issues I had were addressed immediately.

paul sayers

10 months ago

Rowena's is a grand establishment that is well managed, cleaned every day, set in pleasant surroundings within an easy walk to the waterfront and city facilities, is close to public transport and is an icon of Wellington hospitality. Hot showers and ablutions on every floor. Fast internet. Sky TV in the ample shared lounge. Pleasant people. Friendly cat.

Yram Tollah

a year ago

“Rowena’s isn’t just a stay — it’s practically a national monument of happiness. The moment you arrive, the birds start chirping like they’re part of a personal welcome committee (seriously, I half expected them to form a choir and harmonize my name). Walking through Rowena’s feels like stepping into a live documentary where the narrator says, ‘And here we find the weary traveler, instantly healed by great food, kind people, and scenery so pretty it should be charging rent.’ Clean? Immaculate. Atmosphere? A holy mixture of laughter, peace, and the occasional bird who insists on auditioning for lead soloist. You don’t just stay at Rowena’s — you’re enshrined in it, like some lucky royal guest inside a monument built to joy. Even the manager Murray has been here lots and is always about to help. Rating: If this was a national monument, I’d apply for citizenship, but I am now a Kiwi”

e b

a year ago

The lodge is within easy walking distance of town. It's clean, warm, and comfortable. Public areas are cleaned daily. In the kitchen, there are several large fridges, a freezer, and individual cubby holes for dry food. My room was warm, with a comfortable bed and good storage. The manager, Murray, is approachable, friendly and runs the place well. Good room rates too. Really couldn't ask for better.

Samantha Dark

8 years ago

As a backpacker I actually really love this place. It’s very homely, not super fancy but an awesome vibe. A lot of reviews say the reception guy is rude - he’s not. He’s actually super kind, just quick to the point. He gave us a huge discount on our room and they offer cheap weekly rates here as well. Amenities are clean enough and the staff are helpful. Wellington is beautiful and it’s not a far walk to the city’s centre. Honestly I think a lot of bad reviews are from Kiwis who were expecting some beautiful motel. This is a Backpackers hostel, not the ritz Carlton. Don’t like that they close the kitchen at 10.30pm, but this seems to be common in NZ hostels. I don’t usually write reviews but all the bad reviews on this place are uncalled for, it’s pretty sick here. Conclusion: come here if you’re a backpacker, if you’re not, don’t waste everybody’s time please.