Wellington city lies between a magnificent harbour and rolling green hills.
Wellington is New Zealand’s capital city, as well as being the centre of government; it is renowned for its active arts and cultural focus. There is always something going on, from international shows and festivals to sporting events. For a big city, it has a remarkably compact downtown area with a village atmosphere, where everything is within easy walking distance. Wellington contains many shops, exciting galleries as well as great restaurants and cafés.
Our Halls in Wellington are located a 7 to 18 minute walk from campus and within walking distance to all the city’s attractions.
We have three types of Halls of Residences to choose from:
- Kainga Rua
- The Cube
- Whanake Hall.
Accommodation comparison 2024
The following table compares the prices and services of all the Wellington campus accommodation options.
Payments for accommodation can be pre-paid by semester or for the full year. Domestic students are also able to pay on a weekly basis by direct debit.
| Accommodation option | Beds | Housing style | Room size | *Full Year Cost | Ideal for | Catering | Wheelchair accessible | Walking time to campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cube Hall | 261 |
Apartments and studio units Flatting environment |
Double | $13,902 - $18,438 | Students aged 18-30 years | Self-catered / Meal packages available to purchase | Yes | 8 mins |
| Kāinga Rua | 155 |
Hall of Residence Community living |
Standard single or large single with ensuite bathroom | $14,322–$15,246 | Students aged 17-23 years | Self-catered / Meal packages available to purchase | Yes | 5 mins |
| Whanake Hall | 280 |
Apartments and studio units Flatting environment within Halls community |
Single | $11,214 - $16,674 | Students aged 18-23 years | Self-catered / Meal packages available to purchase | Yes | 18 mins |
*Cost includes deposit
Services included
Internet
Internet/wifi is available throughout Massey's Wellington accommodation and is included in the room cost.
Power and water
Power and water for all our Halls is included in the room cost.
Gym membership
A gym membership at our Massey Recreation Centre.
Cleaning
We clean the communal spaces of our halls but residents must clean up after themselves in these spaces. You are responsible for cleaning your own room/apartment.
Security and safety
All Massey University accommodation facilities have CCTV and 24/7 pastoral care staff. Residents are responsible for their own security and the security of their hall community – it is highly recommended that residents keep their apartments/room doors locked at all times.
Map
This map outlines all accommodation at the Massey University Wellington campus.
2024 occupancy dates
Your accommodation contract term must reflect your study programme – if your programme of study is full year you must apply for full year accommodation.
| Term | Start Date | End Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Year | 18 February 2024 | 8 December 2024 | 42 Weeks |
| Semester 1 | 18 February 2024 | 30 June 2024 | 19 Weeks |
| Semester 2 | 7 July 2024 | 8 December 2024 | 22 Weeks |
| NZ School of Dance & Massey Nursing Students | 28 January 2024 | 8 December 2024 | 45 Weeks |
Please note NZ School of Dance & Massey Nursing Students
Catering
Our Wellington halls are all self-catered, however, we do have a meal package that you can purchase via Tussock Café on the Massey campus if you wish.
The meal package provides you with a $60 credit for each week of the term from orientation week onwards. If you don't use the full credit each week it will be accrued during study weeks only, and expires on the last exam day of the year/semester.
Meals are served at Tussock Café, located in the heart of the Massey campus, or they can be taken away. The café offers a diverse range of food options, simply order with everybody else but pay by presenting your meal package ID card.
| Full Year Meal Package | Semester 1 Meal Package | Semester 2 Meal Package |
|---|---|---|
| $1,500 | $780 | $720 |
International students
We encourage all new international students to live at Massey halls for their first year of study. Our halls provide a supportive, welcoming environment for international students.
Accessibility
Massey's Wellington campus accommodation offers accessibility options for those students who require it. Please outline any requirements you have in your accommodation application.
Alcohol
Massey's Wellington halls has an alcohol policy; drinking in moderation is permitted. Each hall has designated areas to where alcohol can be consumed and only on a Wednesday, Friday and Saturday between permitted hours. Spirits and hard liquors, and alcohol in large quantities such as beer kegs, crates or casks of wine, are not allowed.
Residential Life Team
Our accommodation team provides support all day, every day to our residents. We pride ourselves on caring for our students and work closely alongside other university support services to make sure your needs are met.
Accommodation staff are made up of dedicated professionals, along with a team of Residential Assistants who are senior students. They offer a supportive community environment 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They help to create a positive culture and opportunities to have fun, while making sure our environment is safe for everyone. Allocated staff members and RAs live on site.
24/7 support
Our accommodation team at Massey University’s Wellington Campus provide 24/7 support to all student residents.
Other support services
- Muslim prayer room
- Chaplaincy services
Accommodation handbooks
There is more information on living at Massey Halls Wellington, what to expect and how to prepare, in our accommodation handbook.
Release of contract
You can apply to be released from your contract if you are withdrawing:
- before our official withdrawal date:
- returning halls residents must withdraw before 1 December 2023
- new halls residents must withdraw before 22 January 2024.
- from study at Massey University
- for compassionate reasons.
If you are currently living in the halls, talk to a senior member of the Residential Life Team before you complete this form.
Please email your application form and any supporting documents to our office at accommodation.wellington@massey.ac.nz
If your application is approved, all penalties are calculated from the date we received your application.
Your applications will be reviewed and considered by our Release of Contract Panel, and we’ll make a decision within seven working days.
Once a decision has been made, you will be contacted by a member of our team informing you of the outcome.
Wellington accommodation office
- Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
- Phone
- The Cube – After-hours emergency
0800 722 823 (calls Residential Assistant on duty)
- Kāinga Rua – After-hours emergency
0800 574 255 (calls Residential Assistant on duty)
- Whanake Hall – After-hours emergency
0800 964 255 (calls Residential Assistant on duty)
- Location
The Cube
242 Taranaki Street
Mount Cook
Wellington 6011
Kāinga Rua
217 Taranki Street
Mount Cook
Wellington 6011
Whanake Hall
Postal Address
Massey Halls Wellington
222 Willis Street
Te Aro
Wellington
6011
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