Sojourn Riddiford is located directly opposite Wellington Regional Hospital, making it an easy walk for patients, families and visitors.
Sojourn Riddiford is directly opposite Wellington Regional Hospital, providing a comfortable apartment-style place to stay for patients, families and visitors. With kitchen facilities, 24-hour reception and a caring local team, we help make medical travel to Wellington a little easier
Just across the road from Wellington Regional Hospital.
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Whether you’re here for treatment, an appointment or supporting someone you care about, the right place to stay can make things a little easier.
Directly Opposite Wellington Regional Hospital - Stay close to where you need to be.
Apartment-Style Comfort - Kitchen facilities let you make something simple when you get back.
A Comfortable Place to Rest - Premium bedding and thoughtfully designed rooms give you somewhere comfortable to switch off.
Here When Plans Change - With 24-hour reception, there’s always someone here to help.
Born from personal experience.
Sojourn Riddiford has a very personal connection to Wellington Hospital.
Our founders, Mike Price and Michelle Dykes, spent time at Wellington Hospital after their daughter was born prematurely and cared for in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Years later, when the opportunity arose to purchase the former Salvation Army building opposite the hospital, that experience helped shape what would become Sojourn Riddiford.
It also left them with a belief that continues to shape Sojourn today:
When people are tired, under pressure and away from home, the smallest details matter most.
A comfortable bed. A warm welcome. Somewhere to make a meal. Someone there when you need help. And the reassurance of knowing you're staying close to where you need to be.
That's the thinking behind Sojourn Riddiford, and it's still how we approach every stay today.
Confidence matters when you already have enough to think about.
Every direct stay is backed by our StaySure™ Guarantee, our commitment to delivering the Sojourn experience we've promised.
If something isn't right, we'll take ownership and work to make it right.
Award-Winning Hospitality
Sojourn Riddiford was recognised in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Awards 2026:
#3 Hotel in New Zealand, #8 Hotel in the South Pacific, Top 1% of Hotels Worldwide
Book Direct Benefits
When you book directly with Sojourn, you'll also enjoy:
Complimentary off-site parking*
Early check-in and late check-out*
Direct support from our Wellington team
*Subject to availability where applicable.
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"I have never stayed at a more friendly and helpful place. I had a friend in the Wellington hospital that was very sick. The staff at the hotel bent over backwards to help me, for this I'm truly grateful." William White
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"Superb stay at Sojourn. Staff were so lovely, caring and helpful. Rooms were immaculately clean and modern... an awesome space to relax during a stressful time with a parent in hospital." Nikki & Tony
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"Perfect location for Wellington Hospital, great staff, lovely rooms. Stayed with Dad to support my Mum who had heart surgery. Last minute booking, but they couldn't have been more helpful and understanding. Recommend to anyone.” Isabelle Omundsen
Sojourn Riddiford is located directly opposite Wellington Regional Hospital, making it an easy walk for patients, families and visitors.
Yes. Whether you're staying for a few nights or several weeks, our studios include kitchen facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi and everything you need to feel at home.
Medical situations can be unpredictable. If your plans change, we'll always do our best to accommodate extensions or amendments, subject to availability.
Yes. Complimentary offsite parking is available for guests who book directly with us (subject to availability), making visits to Wellington Hospital even easier.
Yes. Our rooms have been designed to provide a peaceful environment, helping guests rest and recharge after long days at the hospital.
Because we're more than just close to the hospital. We understand that medical travel can be stressful, and everything we do is designed to make your stay as comfortable, convenient and worry-free as possible.
Whether you're visiting Wellington for surgery, specialist treatment, rehabilitation or to support someone close to you, we're here to make your stay just a little easier.
Because sometimes the best hospitality isn't about luxury.
It's about removing one more worry.