Hotels in Wellington

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The capital of New Zealand, Wellington is found in the southwest of North Island built around a hook-shaped harbour backed by mountains that have snow caps in winter. Wellington is a place for foodies, arts enthusiasts, nature lovers and more. The coastline provides a clutch of beautiful urban beaches to a city that is a pleasing blend of Victorian and modern architecture. There’s kudos with the movie fraternity with The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings and Avatar all filmed around here. There’s something for everyone in Wellington.

There is a full range of holiday accommodation to suit all budgets from backpacking students to mature business travellers. Wellington has hotels from cheap to luxury along with motels, bed and breakfasts and lodges.

Neighbourhoods of Wellington

If you’re looking for the coolest areas to stay, try any of the following:

  • Central Business District: If you want to be in the centre of everything, the CBD delivers with walking tours, plenty of trails near the water, easy access to transportation, and tasty restaurants and coffee shops.
  • Te Aro and Aro Valley: Called the melting pot of Wellington, this neighbourhood boasts hiking and museums and is known for Asian and Latin American cuisine that blends with the local foods in a delicious way.
  • Courtenay Place: Warranting the epithet of 'entertainment district', the area has plenty of trendy bars and nightclubs, as well as high-quality dining, theatres and shopping.
  • Miramar Peninsula: Families will love the array of outdoor activities and movie tours, as well as the various beaches for lounging, playing and water sports.
  • Lower Hutt: Some of the best cheap hotels in Wellington are in this area. There are beaches, water sports, mountain biking and fishing and also some of the best places to shop.

What to See and Do in Wellington

Some of the best that this enigmatic destination has to offer are:

  • The Beaches: Stunning beaches are within a five-minute walk of the city centre. For sun, sea and sand, head to Oriental Bay, Scorching Bay and Lyall Bay.
  • Lookout points: Wellington is hilly, which means great views, including those from Mount Victoria, Wrights Hill, Massey Memorial and Mount Kaukau.
  • Landmarks: Architectural highlights befit a capital city and include major institutions like the National Library of New Zealand, the Old Government Buildings, Carter Observatory and Old St. Paul’s.
  • Museums: The city presents a selection of nationally important museums as well as more localised including the Museum of Wellington City and Sea, the Early Settlers Museum, the City Museum and the Enjoy Public Art Gallery.
  • Natural attractions: The Brooklyn Wind Turbine, Matiu/Somes Island, the botanical gardens and Kaitoke Regional Park are just a few examples of the wonderful nature in and around the city.
  • Animal attractions: Enjoy New Zealand wildlife at Red Rocks/Seal Colony, the Karori Wildlife Sanctuary and the Eastern Walkway.

What to eat in Wellington

In addition to the wonderful international cuisine that you can find scattered throughout Wellington, there are also several local foods you won’t want to miss out on, including:

  • Hangi: A traditional Maori dish, hangi is a blend of meats and vegetables cooked in an earthen pit. It usually contains lamb or pork and kumara (A type of sweet potato.)
  • Fish and chips: A favourite wherever you go but always best when eaten by the sea.
  • Pie: Once just available with as a meat pie, now it’s available with all kinds of fillings.
  • Pavlova: Was it invented in New Zealand or Australia? Whatever, it’s a delicious meringue with fruit and whipped cream.

Events and Festivals in Wellington

Highlights of the calendar include:

  • New Zealand Festival of the Arts: Held every two years (next in 2022), national and international acts representing all the performing arts attend.
  • New Zealand Fringe Festival: This open access arts festival happens in February/March
  • World of Wearable Art: A design competition that features entries from more than 40 countries is held in the first two weeks of October.
  • Artsplash Festival: This weeklong event in September features music, dance and art for students around the area.

How to Get Around in Wellington

Accessible on foot, there’s also bus, train and ferry services. The cable car runs from Lambton Quay to Kelburn next to the botanical gardens, and there’s plenty of taxis. The international airport is about 6 km from the city centre, and Wellington is connected by the State Highways 1 and 2.

The Climate in Wellington

The marine temperate climate gives the city warm summers and mild winters. January and February are the warmest months with an average daily temperature of 20°C. July is the coldest month, with wind chill a factor. The city is known for being windy all year round.

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Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington

355 yd from city centre Excellent location
Hotel Ibis Wellington

Hotel Ibis Wellington

339 yd from city centre Excellent location
Hotel Oaks Wellington

Hotel Oaks Wellington

850 yd from city centre
Hotel Qt Wellington

Hotel Qt Wellington

879 yd from city centre Excellent location
Hotel Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman

Hotel Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman

568 yd from city centre Excellent location

Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Wellington

The most centrally located hotels in Wellington with the best ratings are: Hotel Intercontinental Wellington, Hotel Gilmer Apartment and Hotel Bolton.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Wellington, the average price per night is 66 , while you will pay an average of 55 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 72 .

You can make reservations at Hotel Copthorne Wellington Oriental Bay, Hotel Mövenpick Wellington and Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection By Evt if you"re looking for a hotel with valet service for your visit to Wellington.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Wellington, we recommend Hotel Intercontinental Wellington, Hotel Gilmer Apartment and Hotel Copthorne Wellington Oriental Bay.

The best hotels in Wellington for adults only are Hotel Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington and Hotel Astelia Apartment.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Wellington are Hotel West Plaza, Bella Vista Motel Wellington and Hotel Rydges Wellington.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Wellington with express check-in and check-out are Hotel Intercontinental Wellington, Novotel Wellington and Hotel Citylife Wellington.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Wellington are Hotel Intercontinental Wellington, Hotel Gilmer Apartment and Hotel Atura Wellington.

In Wellington, Hotel Intercontinental Wellington, Hotel Bolton and Hotel James Cook Grand Chancellor offer 24-hour front desk service.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Wellington, like Hotel Gilmer Apartment, Hotel Copthorne Wellington Oriental Bay or Hotel Mövenpick Wellington.