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SilverOaks Hotel On Thorndon

2.0 of 5
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20 Glenmore Street, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Ranked #44 of 55 Wellington B&B and Inns
2.5 of 5 stars 76 Reviews
SilverOaks Hotel On Thorndon
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wellington
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Although the hotel is looking a bit tired, it was very clean and the service was friendly and efficient. Our original room was next to a noisy air conditioning unit and we were easily able to change to another room. It was lovely and quiet at night - we didn't hear any noise from other guests or from traffic outside.... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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Right across the road from the Botanical Gardens. Booked for ourselves and two grandchildren. We were given two adjoining rooms and this worked out really well. The hotel is dated but for the price we felt it was good value. It was clean and the beds were comfortable. Staff were helpful and the free internet was a bonus. would recommend... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

The hotel does have a musty smell about it and it is badly in need of redecorating. The price was cheap and it did include free Wi Fi which was brilliant. The parking was free which is a bonus. The tv was small and there was no remote which was annoying. The towels were holey and scratchy. One was so... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Yes, there was a musty smell about the place and some of the carpet was threadbare. At least our room was clean and the price was good. But, as they say, you get what you pay for. Getting information from reception staff was like pulling teeth. A selling point for us was the complimentary shuttle, but the vehicle was off... More

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Christchurch
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Just as well we didn't spend much time at the hotel. It is probably the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. Didn't feel clean, peeling wallpaper in the room, carpet lifting, lights not working, prehistoric TV, and unhelpful staff.

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SophieAuckland, Manager at SilverOaks Hotel On Thorndon, responded to this review
30 April 2012

We are disappointed that you did not enjoy your stay. The Hotel is an older style Hotel but offers a great sense of warmth, our staff do their very best to be helpful and friendly to all guests. We feel you may be mistaken about peeling wallpaper as all the walls are painted. We do appreciate your comments More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
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Yes, it's in need of a makeover. Wouldn't take much to lift it to a higher category as everything is there. Probably needs new carpets, re-staining of varnished woodwork, fresh coat of paint, quite a few minor repairs, new TVs and improved TV reception, etc. But I found the rooms and linen clean. In spite of being on a busy... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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people found this review helpful

If you have a thing for 70s student digs kitsch complete with worn through carpet and filthy bathroom then the Silveroaks on Thorndon in Wellington is for you. For the rest of us it's best avoided as an insult to the nation's capital. The staff work hard enough with the pig's ear they're given, but the owners deserve a size... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012
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people found this review helpful

Upon entering the lobby, the musty smell was the most noticeable thing. We checked in and were told our room was on the top floor. We were in a hurry due to our booking at Zealandia so didn't really notice the room much. We asked the person behind the desk directions to Zealandia (they had brochures on the counter) and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I chose this hotel for it's price and location. My room that I booked through expedia included a queen and a single bed. Free breakfast (toast, cereal, juice, tinned fruit) was included in the room price. Towels were changed daily and bed made. My room was large with wardrobe and drawer space. If you are looking for a decent sleep... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

upon check ion the reception did not know of where sites were sucj as cuba mall and te papa and did not know how to get there. Th cooked breakfast was only average as was the cooked dinner. The elevator did not work. There was a fire alarm when we stayed and nobody took chage and so the gueste were... More

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20 Glenmore Street, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Price range (per night):* INR2,508 - 5,071

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