How to Find Us
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is in the main building of Wellington Regional Hospital in the suburb of Newtown, Wellington. Hospital maps and information on transport options are provided below.
Wellington ICU is located on level 3 of the Main Hospital Building.
The unit is most easily accessed through the Hospital Main Entrance on Riddiford Street. From the atrium, take the escalator (on the left), lifts (on the right) or stairs (further in on the right before the cafe) up one level to level 3. The ICU is to the right of this area and is clearly signposted. Entrance to ICU is via a volunteer receptionist during office hours or by using the intercom at other times.
A waiting area is located immediately adjacent to the main entrance to the unit and also in the mezzanine area outside.
For After Hours access (between 9.30pm and 6am), please go to the After Hours entrance at the south end of the hospital by Delivery Suite and the Emergency Department.
WELLINGTON REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Location Map
This map shows the location of Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown. It can be downloaded below.
WELLINGTON REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Elevation Map
This map shows a cross-section of Wellington Regional Hospital. It can be downloaded below. The ICU is on the third floor of the Main Hospital Building.
Interactive Map
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TRANSPORT OPTIONS
Getting Here
Wellington Regional Hospital is situated on a public transport hub. It is easily accessible by a variety of means
Taxis & Shuttles
There are a number of taxi companies operating in Wellington. There is a taxi rank directly outside the main hospital entrance, serviced by Wellington Combined Taxis.
A free shuttle is available for patients, family and whānau travelling between Kenepuru and Wellington Regional Hospital. A shuttle is also available for travel to/from the Kāpiti Coast. Both services require a booking to be made in advance. More information can be found here.
Bicycle
The hospital has 3 areas where bike racks are available. These can be found:
- in the underground car park by the North access ramp
- outside the Children's Hospital (left side of entrance)
- outside the Orthopaedic Clinic on the Mein Street side of the Clinical Services Building (CSB)
Train
Wellington Central railway station is located in the CBD, close to the ferry terminals. It is the terminus for frequent trains to and from Johnsonville, Melling, Hutt Valley, Waikanae, and Masterton. There are frequent bus connections to the hospital. More information on trains can be found here.
Private Car
Wellington Regional Hospital is clearly signposted by name from State Highway 1. It is also shown as a white cross on a blue background.
The main underground car park for visitors is accessible from the Riddiford Street entrance. On-site hospital parking is provided by Care Park but is often limited. Parking charges apply; the rates are available here.
We are able to provide one free parking ticket per day for relatives of patients in ICU. Please ask the ward clerk or nurse in charge for more information.
Airport
The hospital is about 15 minutes away from Wellington International Airport in the suburb of Miramar. There are frequent domestic and international connections available with a number of airlines. The airport is well served by taxis, shuttles, and buses.
Accessibilty
Wellington Regional Hospital is wheelchair accessible throughout with lifts or ramps to every public area. Further information on accessible parking can be found on the hospital website here.
Location
Level 3
Wellington Regional Hospital
Riddiford Street
Newtown, Wellington
New Zealand