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 long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

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

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.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Lavina.

₩94,457

₩108,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

₩137,444

₩158,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

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

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Pedro

₩109,083

₩125,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

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

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Norman

₩105,545

₩121,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern dining area with a glass table set for six, surrounded by comfortable seating.

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

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOFITEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

5. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Craig

₩167,064

₩192,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

6. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Angie Kim

₩130,373

₩149,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

7. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julian

₩146,754

₩168,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Ashley

₩105,552

₩121,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

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

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rob

₩197,135

₩226,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

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

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephanie

₩106,134

₩122,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

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

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Mark

₩123,647

₩142,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

A modern bar area with a curved marble counter, red bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a decorative wall with arched windows.

12. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Brent

₩100,238

₩115,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

13. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, < 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Georgia

₩96,898

₩111,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

14. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Megan

₩110,721

₩127,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hedge.

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩115,899

₩133,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

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

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julie

₩91,066

₩104,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern balcony with a wooden table and seating, large glass doors, and a view of buildings and hills.

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

17. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

chris

₩134,669

₩154,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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

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

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

Angela

₩155,474

₩178,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

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

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.

19. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephen

₩139,154

₩160,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel room with large windows, a round table, two blue armchairs, and a remote control on the table.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a round mirror, a small table with chairs, and a view of buildings through large windows.

20. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kylie

₩111,371

₩128,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 807 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 251 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 316 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 294 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Good restaurant, friendly staff."

Rydges Wellington

8/10 Good

"Was ok not bad"

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good

"Was very convenient having washer/dryer in room. Parking is available but offsite parking is very tight (something to consider if you have a larger vehicle). Location was convenient to the CBD (be prepared for hilly walking)"

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"We had an overnight stay at this hotel and loved it. The location was fabulous, reception staff were friendly and having a kitchen within our 2 bedroom accommodation was a bonus. Would certainly stay with you again"

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Great location. Very small room but adequate."

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room and Hotel were awesome, carpark not so much allocated parking but found other cars parked in it twice"

Quest Wellington

8/10 Good

"Vintage furniture and building"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and beautiful rooms. Bed was incredibly comfy. Pillows too. Easy access to car park next door - park in Wilson’s HSBC tower car park for direct door through to hotel. Disappointed that no decent coffee in the room. Some small issues with lifts not working and room key not working whilst we stayed."

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

A historic house with a large porch and a sign in the foreground.

Antrim House

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Antrim House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene 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 blue building with a sign for the Wellington Museum.

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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A modern library building with glass windows and a curved facade.

Central Library

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

This modern public library is regarded for its functional architecture, free events year-round and many collections of books and other resources.

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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 fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and shops 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 198 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 InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

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

Expedia has 198 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. Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wellington Central Business District hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

5. Sofitel Wellington

6. Bolton Hotel

7. Ohtel Wellington

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

12. Naumi Studio Wellington

13. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

14. Quest on Thorndon

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

17. Boulcott Suites

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

19. Southgate Motor Inn

20. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Rydges Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Adina CityLife Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Quest Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

Antrim House

Wellington Cable Car

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

TSB Bank Arena

Central Library

Academy Galleries

Saint Mary of the Angels

Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

Frequently asked questions

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