Top 10 Wellington CBD Hotels of 2026

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Where to stay in Wellington CBD

Find the best Wellington CBD areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Wellington CBD

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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Wellington which includes night scenes, a city and a bay or harbour

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

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Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

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A predawn view of the recently rebuilt Chaffers Wharf, with the CBD of Wellington behind, as seen from a small breakwater near Freyberg Pool

Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

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Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and signage

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Wellington CBD Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, easy communication regarding transport and arrival time, great that each room has a laundry machine. Close to the Cable Car and easy walk to harbour restaurants and the Beehive / government sites. On our second stay here in a week, we were upgraded to a suite which was an additional nice comfortable touch. Highly recommended!"

Quest Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"The room, while a little dated, was very clean and comfortable. It had the amenities we were looking for and was within walking distance of the cable car, Te Papa, Cuba street and the Oriental bay areas. In addition, our arrival was delayed until about 10 pm, 2 hours past the time the reception desk is staffed. Within minutes of me informing them by phone that we would be late they sent me the information for late check-in which was a very easy process and did not delay us reaching our room."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fair sized room right on the doorstep for City centre, museums, wharfs. Washing machine in Queen suite, and a bigger machine available if required. Spotless. Parking available if booked everyone very friendly. Wifi worked for us no problems. Upgrading air con so will be even more comfortable. "

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

8/10 Good

"Good central position, nice and quiet rooms, comfortable bed just let down slightly by the staff. We hung both towels up for reuse but they took them anyway and only left one, asked early evening for a second towel but it didn’t turn up until the next morning. Breakfast was nice they don’t clear used plates etc away until your table is covered, not what I’d expect from a 5star hotel. "

Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good downtown location. Used the pool and hot tub both of which were nice. Our Ferry out the next day was 3.5 hours late so they let us leave our car in the parking garage (we had valet parking the previous day) all the next day at no additional cost. Cooked in the kitchenette but the dinner menu looked good. The washer/dryer did not work well so beware."

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"One night stay. Very conveniently situated for the Bluebridge Ferry terminal. Having checked in and used the lift to our room we found we'd been allocated a room type that differed to the one we'd booked and paid forin advance. Reception was surprised that I wasn't happy with one double bed, even though I'd booked a room with two double beds. I had to insist on being moved."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Wellington CBD?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Wellington's Wellington CBD neighbourhood. Are you looking for Wellington CBD travel tips? Make sure that you visit Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Wellington CBD?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, InterContinental Wellington by IHG is the highest ranked property in Wellington CBD. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an indoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington and James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor.

How many hotels will I find in the Wellington CBD area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Wellington, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 34 Wellington CBD hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wellington CBD, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Wellington CBD.

What is there to do in this Wellington neighbourhood?

Wellington CBD's sights and attractions like Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Wellington Town Hall and Michael Fowler Centre offer insight into the local culture. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Wellington CBD include Wellington Central Business District, Academy Galleries and New Zealand Portrait Gallery. When you're sightseeing in Wellington, Antrim House and Lambton Quay are also worth a stop.

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Bolton Hotel

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Sofitel Wellington

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest on Lambton

ibis Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

Park Hotel Lambton Quay

Novotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Quest on the Terrace

Quest on Johnston

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Quest Wellington

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Rydges Wellington Airport

Where to stay in Wellington CBD

Te Aro

Wellington Waterfront

Petone

Oriental Bay

Newtown

Top Wellington CBD Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

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