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Wild Zebra BackpackersvsThe Cambridge Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Cambridge Hotel scores slightly better than Wild Zebra Backpackers. The Cambridge Hotel ranks #12 in Wellington with endorsements from 3 sources including DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Wild Zebra Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
58 Tory St., Wellington, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "In an impossible-to-miss zebra-striped building, this welcoming independent hostel doesn’t have its own bar, but is just a stone’s throw from some of the city’s best."
Lonely Planet "This sociable, multistory zebra is hard to miss, spangled as it is with enormous black-and-white stripes." Full review
The Cambridge Hotel
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Lonely Planet
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand
From $16/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
DK Eyewitness "Within five minutes’ walk of Te Papa museum, the waterfront, Courtenay Place bars and the shops, cafés and restaurants of the commercial district and Cuba Quarter."
Rough Guide "Nicely renovated 1930s hotel that partly operates as a backpackers, with a popular, inexpensive restaurant and bar."
Lonely Planet "Comfortable, affordable accommodation in a heritage hotel. En suite rooms have Sky TV, phone and fridge... The backpacker wing has a snug kitchen/lounge, flash bathrooms and dorms." Full review
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Try for a room at the back if you’re a light sleeper.
