The Best Hotels Closest to Wellington Central Business District in Wellington for 2026

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

A modern living room with a coffee machine, a sofa, a side table, and a bookshelf.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Shelley

₩110,890

₩127,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

₩119,845

₩137,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There is a leather sofa with cushions and a small wooden table.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Tamara

₩122,457

₩140,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Murray

₩177,689

₩204,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Morgan

₩114,047

₩131,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

6. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julian

₩150,363

₩172,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩117,869

₩135,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Florian

₩82,119

₩94,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

9. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Laura

₩140,874

₩162,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

10. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Gayle

₩100,667

₩115,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Natasha

₩218,749

₩251,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Mega

₩140,864

₩161,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Alastair

₩114,683

₩131,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

14. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kurt

₩88,879

₩102,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

15. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Glen

₩116,808

₩134,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

16. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

Waimarie

₩154,186

₩177,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

17. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

₩98,540

₩113,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a distant hill.

A modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Judy

₩141,106

₩162,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

A building with a sign indicating trading hours, a security camera, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

A compact room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden wardrobe.

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩126,725

₩145,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

20. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephen

₩125,300

₩144,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 778 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 239 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 777 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 284 reviews	View

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

West Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room, good breakfast"

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good

"Great staff, and extremely central. We found the rooms a little dated."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Always value for money and great location. Perfect for us, 4th time staying"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Parking very restrictive and only suitable for small vehicles Room was not serviced after first night and required 2 calls to put right. ie fresh towels etc. Breakfast was lukewarm the first morning but was excellent the second morning after telling staff and receiving complementary breakfast. Restaurant manager was proactive in addressing our concerns. Food was plentiful and presented well"

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"We will definitely stay here again, a very comfortable stay, with amazing staff, loved the art, the bar downstairs and what a comfy bed too 😁"

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"Very central, quiet, clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Will stay here again."

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable room and great service."

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"Basic and small room but has everything you need in a great location. Easy to walk to shops and waterfront. Restaurant downstairs was average with both service and food not great."

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff"

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

A historic building with a balcony and columns, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.

Antrim House

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Antrim House. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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A red cable car on a bridge with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

Wellington Cable Car

9.0/10 (1,313 reviews)

Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.

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A maritime museum exhibit featuring a large sailing ship with multiple masts and sails, a brass ship's wheel, and informational plaques.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

8.6/10 (15 reviews)

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

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A modern building with a glass facade and colorful geometric patterns.

TSB Bank Arena

8.8/10 (395 reviews)

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

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Academy Galleries

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Academy Galleries, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

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Saint Mary of the Angels

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Saint Mary of the Angels. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

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Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Learn about the events happening at Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

8.4/10 (25 reviews)

After visiting Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wellington Central Business District?

Wellington Central Business District is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 193 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Wellington Central Business District?

Adjacent to Wellington Central Business District, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.

How many hotels are there close to Wellington Central Business District?

Expedia has 193 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wellington Central Business District.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wellington Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Wellington Central Business District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wellington Central Business District?

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What can I see and do near Wellington Central Business District?

Study the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, or Carter Observatory. Te Aro Pa, Parliament House, and Old St Paul's are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Circa Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wellington Central Business District hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

6. Ohtel Wellington

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. The Marion Hostel

9. Bolton Hotel

10. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. Liberty Apartment Hotel

15. Quest on Thorndon

16. Boulcott Suites

17. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

20. Southgate Motor Inn

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Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

West Plaza Hotel

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Quest 256 Lambton

Rydges Wellington

ibis Wellington

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

Antrim House

Wellington Cable Car

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

TSB Bank Arena

Academy Galleries

Saint Mary of the Angels

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

Frequently asked questions

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