Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Wellington CBD Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$103 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$103
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,613 reviews)
"Very central, walking distance to Wellington sights. Clean good size rooms, and comfortable beds"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$119 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$119
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,370 reviews)
"Hotel room great , reception staff efficient and friendly will stay again"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$170
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Always a nice visit. A very quiet area at the weekend but not far to walk to shops, cafes, bars etc. staff are always really nice, the room we selected was big, spacious, and had a very comfy bed. All makes for a relaxing stay."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Bolton Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street, 28 Grey Street, Wellington, NZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$149 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$149
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"One of my favourite hotels"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$103 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$103
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff were super helpful and friendly. Rooms tidy and comfortable while the dining experience was excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street, Wellington
The price is AU$261 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$261
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Overall excellent but I recommend some safety features in the Shower area...perhaps a handle, as the floor gets very slippery easily..maybe a nonslipat?Otherwise no problems!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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.

Wellington Waterfront
Carter Observatory which includes modern architecture, interior views and an observatory

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Thorndon

4/5(162 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

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

Oriental Bay


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