The Cube Hall , Te Hōro o Cube

Apartments

Enjoy both independence and social living in our shared apartments. There are 3 to 5 bedrooms in each apartment – rooms are approximately 8 square metres and include:

• Double bed – rest comfortably on a spacious double bed, complete with a mattress and mattress protector for a good night's sleep. Studios are single-occupancy only.
• Study area – study from the comfort of your own room. Your room includes a designated study desk and chair.
• Shelf, pinboard and wardrobe – you will have plenty of storage space for your clothes, books, and personal items.
• Heater – for a cozy and comfortable living environment year-round.
• Privacy and security – all apartments, including each bedroom, have secure lockable main doors and opening windows fitted with security stays.

Studio units

The Cube’s studio apartments are modern and spacious, with open plan living and separate bathroom with shower. Here's what you can expect in each fully furnished room:

• Double bed – rest comfortably on a spacious double bed, complete with a mattress and mattress protector for a good night's sleep. Studios are single-occupancy only.
• Ensuite bathroom with shower
• Kitchenette – including stove top, oven, mini fridge, sink and kitchen pack.
• Study area – study from the comfort of your own room. Your room includes a designated study desk, chair, and desk light.
• Shelf, pinboard and wardrobe – you will have plenty of storage space for your clothes, books, and personal items.
• Living area – relax in your down time with a 2-seater sofa and TV table.
• Heater – for a cozy and comfortable living environment year-round.
• Privacy and security – enjoy peace of mind with a lockable door and privacy screens.

Apartments

All apartments, including each bedroom, have secure lockable main doors and opening windows fitted with security stays.

• Shared kitchen – each apartment's kitchen is fitted with a stove top, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, sink and kitchen pack.
• Dining area – tables and chairs provide a perfect space for meals and socializing.
• Living area – relax in your down time with couches and TV table.
• Heater – for a cozy and comfortable living environment year-round.
• Shared bathroom – each apartment has a shower and toilet.

Communal spaces

The Cube has a shared common room with TV and couches, located on the ground floor.

Laundry facilities

A shared laundry is located on the ground floor.

• Washing machines – $3 per wash
• Dryers – select your own cycle:
  • $1 – 20 mins
  • $2 – 40 mins
  • $3 – 60 mins

By bringing along these essential items, you'll be well-prepared for your stay in the Cube hall and can settle in comfortably from day one:

• Bedding and towels – ensure a comfortable sleep by bringing your own bedding, including sheets, blankets, and pillows. Don't forget to pack towels for personal use.
• Clothing hangers – keep your wardrobe organized with clothing hangers for hanging clothes in your wardrobe.
• Toiletries and toiletries bag – bring along your toiletries, such as toothpaste, shampoo, and soap, and store them in a toiletries bag for easy access.
• Laundry basket – stay organized with a laundry basket for collecting dirty clothes and transporting them to the laundry facilities.
• Laundry powder – stock up on laundry powder to keep your clothes clean and fresh throughout your stay.
• Cleaning products – keep your living space tidy by bringing cleaning products such as surface cleaner and wipes.

Optional

• Electric fan – while each room has an opening window, you may also wish to bring an electric fan to cool your room during the summer months.

Wellington halls are self-catered, but if you prefer the convenience of catering, you can opt for a Tussock meal package on Massey Campus.

Purchase your meals at Tussock Café using your Hospitality meal package ID card. You can choose to dine in or take away.

Your meal package gives you a $60 weekly credit from orientation week onwards. Unused credits accrue during study weeks only and expire on the last exam day of the year/semester.

Purchase your meal package.

Parking, including for motorbikes and scooters, is not available at The Cube. However, reserved parking is available across the road at our Kāinga Rua Hall.

When accepting your offer, you can indicate if you would like a car park. Priority is given to students who need a car park for their studies.

For those who prefer biking, bicycles can be stored in the Cube Bike Shed for $15.

Payment options

• Full pre-payment – Pay your entire accommodation fees in one payment, either by semester or for the full year.
• Semester payments – Pay your accommodation fees in two instalments, one prior to the start of each semester.
• Weekly payments (domestic students only) – Domestic students may choose to pay via direct debit, with an advance payment followed by weekly instalments.

When your application for accommodation is successful, you will receive an official offer. To secure your place in the halls, you must:

• Pay the required deposit
• Complete and return the Residential Agreement.

Both must be completed by the offer expiry date stated in your offer letter.

Please note: this deposit is in addition to your Accommodation Fees.

Payment process

Payment methods and deadlines will be outlined in your offer letter.

Once your deposit has been received and processed, you will receive:

• a confirmation of place
• your Accommodation Fees invoice
• further instructions about move-in dates and procedures.

To secure a refund of the bond, mattress protector and activity fee, you must cancel before the specified deadline. The processing fee is non-refundable and will not be included in the refund amount.

Withdrawal deadline

• Returning halls residents – cancellations must be received by 1 December 2025.
• New hall residents – cancellations must be received by 23 January 2026.