Wellington Police have arrested a man in relation to the fire at Loafers Lodge in Newtown on Monday night.

The man has been charged with two counts of arson and is scheduled to appear in Wellington District Court today.

The investigation into the fire is ongoing and Police have not ruled out further, more serious charges in relation to the deaths at the scene.

Acting Wellington District Commander Inspector Dion Bennett is confident that Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the fire.

As the matter is now before the Court, Police are unable to provide further comment at this stage.

On Thursday Police recovered two deceased from Loafers Lodge in Newtown, following the fatal fire earlier this week.

Recovery of further deceased from the building is expected to take place today.

Police can confirm Adelaide Road will partially re-open from 6am

The southbound lane will be open, under stop-go traffic management.

"We would again like to thank Wellingtonians – particularly those who work and live in the impacted area – for their support and cooperation this week while the road was fully closed," says a police spokesperson.

"Any further updates will be provided at the earliest opportunity."