The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt, WellingtonThe Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt in Wellington, New Zealand has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 30 of 58 hotels we score in Wellington. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 1.3, Google 3.3. Rooms from about $106 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt is a 4.5-star apartment hotel located on Queens Drive in Lower Hutt. It offers 60 contemporary studios and one-bedroom apartments, making it suitable for travellers seeking self-catering options. Guests can view the Hutt River, Riddiford Gardens, or Wellington Harbour from their rooms. The property is positioned near the Queensgate Shopping Centre and the Dowse Art Museum. On-site facilities include a fitness centre, Grazie Restaurant, and private parking. While the apartments provide modern interiors and air conditioning, the hotel operates under mandatory eco-rules regarding cleaning services. The building is a short drive from the Interislander Ferry Terminal.What stands out

Self-catering apartment facilities

Views of the river and harbour

Close to local shopping

On-site fitness centre

Watch out for

Mandatory eco-cleaning rules

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