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

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

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.

1. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

₩140,514

₩161,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

2. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Tamara

₩136,174

₩156,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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 reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Timothy

₩166,928

₩191,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rebecca

₩108,994

₩125,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

5. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Florian

₩82,482

₩94,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

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

6. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julian

₩144,639

₩166,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Norman

₩111,351

₩128,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rachel

₩79,006

₩90,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

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

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Nga Tokorua

₩94,861

₩109,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

10. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Shane

₩130,003

₩149,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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.

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rob

₩200,968

₩231,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

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

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Mohammad

₩86,431

₩99,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

13. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩115,805

₩133,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 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 multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

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

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Sarah

₩121,857

₩140,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 modern hotel room with a red leather sofa, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

15. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Angela

₩155,033

₩178,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

16. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

Waimarie

₩120,895

₩139,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

17. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Con

₩103,102

₩118,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

18. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephen

₩72,006

₩82,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, < 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Christina

₩87,687

₩100,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

₩107,794

₩123,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 248 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 314 reviews	View
The Marion Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews	View

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"If you have anything that needs a plug by the bed forget it. Ask at the desk for an extension cord. Bed was comfy. If you need parking book early otherwise it is offsite."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the fact that my room was spacious, well furnished, spotless and quiet. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The parking was extra, but I was very glad that I reserved a space because there was no or minimal parking on the roads around the hotel."

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning hotel! Quirky. Arty. Plush. The room was very clean and the bed was super comfy. Staff were friendly and helpful. I’ll be back."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"It was nice and quiet, we liked the swipecard lift access security and the reception staff were lovely . The room was clean and well lit, we enjoyed the buffet breakfast . Would recommend and/or stay again . Thanks travelodge hotel wellington"

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Room staff were very helpful and attentive, and the coffee was amazing. We had a very enjoyable stay, location is great. Will definitely stay again."

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Interactions with Reception were always slow and transactional, going through the motions like robots. Older decor throughout but room was spacious, clean and comfortable and enjoyed the 11am checkout time. Would stay again if price was right"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, comfy bed. Parking on site is quite tight if you have a big car but staff very helpful, would stay here again"

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, staff were great The room was well equipped & the food was great"

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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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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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 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. The Intrepid Hotel

2. The Cobbler Hotel

3. Sofitel Wellington

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

5. The Marion Hostel

6. Ohtel Wellington

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10. Bolton Hotel

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

13. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

15. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

16. Boulcott Suites

17. Naumi Hotel Wellington

18. Southgate Motor Inn

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Naumi Studio Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Rydges Wellington

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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