Wellington Accommodation Opti ions NZLC Wellington is centrally located in the CBD of Wellington. We offer a variety of options to choose from. Please contact us if you have any special equirements. accommodation Homestay Backpacker hostels Furnished apartments Summer accommodation Flatting Homestay Staying with a friendly and caring host family is one of the best ways to experience the Kiwii culture andd at the same time practise Englishh outside the classroom. Our homestays are all very carefully selected and regularly inspected by our experienced Accommodation Officers. Homestay housess are not usually situated within w walking distance of the school. Therefore, students applyingg for homestay accommodation shouldd be prepared to travel by public transport. The travel time can vary between 10 and 400 minutes. The advantage of this however is that the family s houses are usually located inn peaceful and green suburbs with nice views and gardens. Regular quality checks are conducted by our NZLC Accommodation Department. It is i very important for us and the host family to know if you have any special requests. You can choose between half board and full board. Half Board Full Board : Includes breakfast andd dinner during weekdays and 3 meals on weekends : Includes 3 meals a dayy including packed lunch during weekdays. City Accommodation Wellington is an experience that will reveal the creative, political and cultural nature of New Zealand, butt still provides blockbuster scenery. Iff you are seeking more freedom and a convenient location, then city accommodation is the right one for you. Wellington offers a selection of accommodation to suit different budgets. *Refer to the chart on the next page to see the pros and cons of different accommodation options. The map on the same page will also give you an idea of how farr each accommodation option is from NZLC Wellington. 1
Comparison chart of different accommodation options Homestay Backpacker Hostel Student Hostel Studio Apartment Summer Stays Flatting Costt $270/week (18+) $290/week (U18) from $30/ /night; from $160/week from $200/week from $250/week $199 $180 $250 /week Minimum stay 1 week 1 night; 5 weeks to qualify for weekly rate 5 weeks 1 month 5 weeks 3 months Close to the city? Mostly in suburbs depends Electricity included? Meals included? some Furnished? Mostly not Phone/Internet included? mostly not only in common area only in common area Charges apply Included Gym facility? some Locations of the accomm modation options inn relation to NZLC Wellington A3 B1 H2 A3 A4 B44 Keyy Backpackers B1 Trek Global B2 YHA Wellington B3 Base Wellington B4 Nomads Capital NZLC Student Hostels H1 The Carillon Motor Inn H2 Hotel St. George S1 A5 B3 B2 Studioo Apartmentss A1 Taranaki:217 A2 Southern Cross A3 Gilmer A4 The Setup on Manners A5 The Setup on Dixon A2 Summer Stay (University) S1 Te Puni Village H1 A1 2
Backpackers For short term stays, students may wish to t use backpackers or budget hotel accommodations. This is a great option for those who are unsure about wheree they would like to live, and allows students to havee a look at a range of options before making a long term commitment. If you enjoy meeting international travellers, staying central, or wish to travel New Zealand on a shoe string, Wellington has a wide selection of backpacker hostels to meet your budget. Trek Global $ 9 O Reily Avenue, Wellingtonn +64 4 471 34 80 5 minutes walk to Courtenay Place 10 minutes away from NZLC Wellington Cafés and bars on the doorstep Private rooms with ensuite facilities available Globall Gossip and wireless internet facilities Luxury Sanctuary floor (female only) with highh quality facilities and its own chill out lounge Dorm Rooms Shared bathroom Daily Rate Weekly Rate Ground Floor Dorm Dorm Special (4 or 6 bed dorm) 6-bed dorm 4-bed dorm 2-bed dorm Single above Double bed Double bed in shared room Private rooms with Shared bathroom Single Twin bunk Standard Double room Deluxe Double Retreat Female only Rooms Twin share $22 $161 $25 $182 $27 $182 $299 $196 $32 $207 $299 $175 $500 $350 Daily Rate Weekly Rate $599 $310 $899 $440 $799 $415 $85 $446 Daily Rate Weekly Rate $65 $341 $32 $207 YHA Wellington $ 292 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington Located within walking distance to t the bars, shops, Te Papa museum, and the Waterfront 5 star Enviro Gold Qualmark rated Free unlimited WiFii for YHA members and $5 per day for non members Fully equipped kitchen and diningg areas Supermarket conveniently located across the road TV lounge with projector and free movie hire Free comprehensivee travel booking service Onsite espresso bar *Different rates for YHA member and non memberr *Please refer to their website for more room options Daily rates (no long term rates available) 6-bed dorm Dorm with ensuite bathroom Single private $34.40 $35.50 $83.30 Twin/Double Ensuite private $133.30 3
Base Wellington 21 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington +64 4 801 56 66 $ Ultimate location in hip Courtenay Place 10 minutes away from NZLC Wellington Cafés and bars on the doorstep Private rooms with ensuite facilities available Global Gossip and wireless internet facilities Luxury Sanctuary floor (female only) ) with high quality facilities and its own chill out lounge Short term rates 6-bed dorm (ensuite) 6-bed dorm 4-bed dorm (ensuite) 4-bed dorm Twin room with private bathroom $27 per night $26 per night $29 per night $28 per night $89 per night Long term rates (maximum 7 nights) ) 4-bed dorm (mixed) $1800 for 7 nights only Nomads Capital $ 118 Wakefield Street, Wellingtonn +64 4 978 78 00 Centrally located opposite the i-site and library 5-Star Qualmark-rated flashpackers FREEE evening snack meal every night FREEE tea and coffee 24/7 FREEE linen and duvets 24-hour reception and fully equippedd kitchen Global Gossip and wireless internet facilities Daily rates (no long term rates available) 4 bed dorm with communal bathroom 4 bed dorm with ensuite bathroom 4 bed dorm (female only) 6 bed dorm with communal bathroom 6 bed dormwith ensuite bathroom 8 bed dormwith communal bathroom 10 bed dorm with communal bathroom Double/twin room elite $35 per night $37 per night $37 per night $33 per night $35 per night $31 per night $29 per night $105 per night 4
Student Hostels Hostel living allows students to live close to the campuss in a warm and comfortable environment. All the hostels listed below are within easy walking distance of the school. The roomss are usually furnished with a bed, desk and wardrobe, with communal spaces for cooking and relaxing with other students. The Carillon Motor Inn $$ 333 Thompson Street, Wellington www.carillon.co.nz +64 4 384 8795 15-minute walk away from NZLC Wellington 5 minutes away from the bustling Cuba Street Free 20GB Ultra-fast Broadband Long term accommodation available All long term rooms come with private bathroom and TV Fully equipped kitchen, communal dining room and lounge Coin operated washing machines and dryers All rooms are furnished and self-service Very caring host Short term rates (1 night to less 5 weeks) $90 per night Double room $95 per night Twin rooms $115 per night Family (double/twin) $160 per night Special: Stay 7 days, pay for only 6 Long term rate (5 weeks+) Single $200 per week Double (Twin or Double) $250 per week Hotel St. George $$ $ 124 Willis Street www.hotelstgeorge.co.nz +64 4 470 7777 Centrally located in the commercial district Private and shared rooms available A small kitchenettee on every level and a larger kitchen in the common area A large common room with Sky TV, internet kiosk, pool table and arcade games Paid high speed wireless internet availablee Coin operated washing machines and dryers Short term rates (3 months or less) with communal bathroom *1 with shared bathroom *2 Studio with private bathroom $240 perr week $260 perr week $320 perr week Long term rates (6 months+) with communal bathroom with shared bathroom Studio with own bathroom *1 communal bathroom shared with other rooms on the same level *2 ensuite bathroomis shared with only one other room $220 perr week $240 perr week $280 perr week 5
Studio Apartments If you are seeking a little more privacy and independence, and have a bit more cash to spare, studio apartments could be what you are looking for. All have their own kitchen k andd bathroom facilities. Apartments can be furnished or unfurnished. Prices start at aroundd $240 week for a studio or one bedroom apartment. A room in a two t to threee bedroom apartmentt starts at around $200 per week. Taranaki:217 $$ 217 Taranaki Street www.taranaki217.co.nz 0800 482 726 Taranaki:217 is an ideal accommodation concept for people studying or working short and long term in the Capital. Taranaki 217 provides affordable accommodation with very competitive rates whichh include electricity costs, right in the heart of Wellington. It is within walking distance to shops, cafes and a bars in downtown Wellington and in close proximity to major learning institutions in the CBD. Casual rates (2-6 days) Double room Short term rates (7-41days) Double room shared Linen (if required) Long term rates (42 days +) with shared balcony Double room shared Linen $60 per night $95 per week $280 per week $320 per week $100 per term of stay $200 per week $205 per week $285 per week Must provide your own * Rates are subject to change * Outside of opening hours will incur a check-in fee of o $50 Opening hours:mon, Wed, Fri 8am-9am, 12pm-1pm and 5pm-6pm. Tue, Thu 8am-9am and 12pm-1pmm only Southern Cross Serviced Apartme ents $$$ 35 Abel Smith Street, Wellington www.sxapts.co.nz +64 4 802 3441 Located in the Cuba Quarter of the inner city suburb known for its eclectic collection of cafés, small fashion stores, wine bars and art a galleries, they can tailor packages to suit your personal needs and offer all the essentials for a comfortable stay while you are away from home. All the apartments are fully furnished with kitchenettes ncluding an under bench oven, two stove hobs, microwave and mini fridge. Linen is also provided. Short/Long term rates (7 days to 6 months) Small double studio Standard Studio Apartment Premium studio 2-bedroom apartment * Rates are subject to change $567 per weekk / $81 per night $644 per week/ $92 per night $714 per weekk / $102 per night $840 per weekk / $120 per night Gilmer Apartmentt Hotel Accommo odation $ 10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington www.10gilmer..co.nz +64 4 978 1400 $$$ Only two minutes' walk to the upper commercial district of Wellington, Lambton Quay and the Terrace, All of the serviced apartments are fully furnished and include en-suite bathroom, kitchenette and free use of a local health andd fitness Club. Their nightly corporate rates start from just $99 per night for a studioo apartment, and also offerr weekly, monthly and long term rates. Short term rates (28 days+) Studio apartment $630 per week One bedroom apartment $700 per week Long term rates (6 months+) Studio apartment from $497 per week One bedroom apartment from $455 per week * Rates are subject to change 6
$$ 15 Dixon Street, Te Aro www.setupdixon.co.nz 57 Manners Street, Te Aro www.setupmanners.co.nz 04 830 0330 The Setup on Dixon and Manners provide short and long term accommodation in Wellington Central. It is only 5 minute walking distance away from NZLC Centre and Wellington largest entertainment district. Our extended stay package not only offers great value, it also includes electricity, water, and fast WiFi. Please refer to NZLC Accommodation Department wnenrol@nzlc.ac.nz for more information about the rates and room options. Summer Stays Each year between November and February, most university student halls offer short term stays for non university students and tourists over the summer. Whether you re arriving early, leaving late or would just like to stay in Wellington over the summer, this could be the ideal option for you. Te Puni Village $ 80 Fairlie Terrace, Kelburn www.tepunivillage.co.nz + +64 4 470 92255 Students staying at Te Puni Village over the summer period for 5 weeks or more will be given the discounted weekly rate from $180 (standard single room, Terrace Building, 1 meal per day) from 28/11/2016 to 12/02/2017. Power and internet included. Living rooms and bedrooms have facilities forr phone and internet connections at resident s own expense 15 minutes walk to CBD, 10 15 minutes to railway station, Te Papa and Courtenay Place The communal dining room serves continental breakfast every morning (e.g. coffee, yogurt, milk, cereals) from 8am 9am only Kitchenettes available on various floors, with a microwave, hot water and a small fridge. Commons complex includes TV Room (with Sky), two soundproof music rooms with piano, free telephone, photocopier, hall suitable for table tennis, basketball, study space and a food/soft drink vending machines Room type Long term rates (5 weeks +) Weekly Single bed, shared bathroom, shared common room ( Inc. Breakfast) with refrigerator, Max 1 person $180 (1 people) Studio room ( Inc. Breakfast) Double bed, ensuite bathroom, mini-fridgee / sink / microwave, max 2 people $250 (1 people) $325 (2 people) 3 bedroom apartment 3 double beds, 2 bathrooms, living room with TV, $600(3 people) ( Inc. Breakfast) kitchen, max 6 people $750(+4 People) $200 security bond(refundable when the t key is returned) to be paid upon arrival * Rates are only current to 2016/2017 and are subject to changee 7
Flatting You can share rental accommodation with other students. This is called 'flatting' and suits some people very well. Living together with people from other countries will also improve your English while gaining more autonomy. The cost of this sort of accommodation will vary along with the quality. This option usually suits students who have been in Neww Zealand for some time and are planning to stay in Wellington for a longer period (longer than 5 months). You can expect to pay anywhere from $120 too $250 rent per week for a room in a flat (house) and on top of that, pay a sharee of the other costs such as power and food. One house may have between 3 and 5 occupants or flatmates. Most flatss are unfurnished. Also be prepared p to stay in temporary accommodation (such as backpacker hostels or a motel) when you first arrive in Wellington for at least two weeks so youu have time to find suitable accommodation. Check out this website by The New Zealand Departmentt of Building and Housing for great advice and guidelines on flatting: www.dbh.govt.nz/flatting 101 moving in The table below is a sample budget based on an individual sharing a flat with 2 or 3 other tenants: Expenses/ Utilities Rent Power / gas Phone / Internet Cellphone (prepaid) Groceries Toiletries Transport Snacks and lunches Entertainment Total Cost per week $155 $30$ $15$ $10$ $30$ $10$ $25$ $15$ $40$ $330 The following websites have accommodation listings: www.share accommdation.co.nz www.easyroommate.co.nz www.quinovic.co.nz/ /site/propertysearch/default.aspx www.trademe.co.nz/ /flatmates wanted www.flatfinder.co.nz http://wellington.locanto.co.nz http://wellington.gumtree.co.nz 8