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

Shelley

₩91,251

₩104,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

₩117,000

₩134,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Tamara

₩111,605

₩128,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Bekah

₩174,105

₩200,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Norman

₩111,340

₩128,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

6. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julian

₩152,047

₩174,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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.

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

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩113,680

₩130,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

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

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Florian

₩80,566

₩92,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 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.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Gayle

₩102,005

₩117,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rob

₩204,147

₩234,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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.

11. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Anna

₩135,867

₩156,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

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

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Caitlyn

₩87,934

₩101,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Mohammad

₩90,330

₩103,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

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

Mega

₩127,097

₩146,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a bowl of fruit.

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

15. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Glen

₩115,387

₩132,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

16. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

Waimarie

₩125,119

₩143,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

17. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Judy

₩143,681

₩165,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

₩110,023

₩126,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

₩120,807

₩138,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.

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

20. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, < 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Christina

₩92,714

₩106,620 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
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 792 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 244 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 288 reviews	View

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"Hotelwad"

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"The staff were excellent- very helpful and efficient- absolutely first rate. The hotel is in a good location for shopping and WOW. The room amenities are good - very nice having a tumble drier (for the towels)! No view, but didn’t expect one. No bar or restaurant but don’t need one as so many great places to eat and drink nearby. A nice, functional hotel in a great location and wonderful staff."

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

8/10 Good

"Clean but small twin bed room. Would have been much better with a coffee machine but loved the bathroom and lighting the room. Parking kind of painful but got the hang of it and was then ok. Nice vibe."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice, enjoyable stay, walking distance to most things downtown."

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"Clean room fitted out well."

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

8/10 Good

"Older hotel, which is showing its age (dings, chipped paint). Best feature is proximity to CBD and the Harbourside walk. Not many people staying there but we didn’t get a Harbourview room. $30/day parking. Quiet. Small fridge and kettle, instant coffees/hit choc/teas, no microwave or other way to warm food. Small balcony with views of surrounding hills/neighborhoods. Good wifi."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"It's handy to the centre of town"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"So close to the Michael Fowler Centre and lots of restaurants etc. in the area. The rooms were immaculate"

Quest Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Wellington Hunter Street Quest Hotel receptionist was very friendly and welcoming, our room was very clean and comfortable and the location in Wgtn CBD is perfect for a weekend in Wellington with shops, cafes, restaurants etc in very close proximity and buses to and from airport within minutes walk round the corner on Lambton Quay. The Art Deco vibe is great and their lift is amazing. Will definitely book them again for a weekend in Wgtn."

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 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 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 200 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 200 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. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. Bolton Hotel

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

15. Quest on Thorndon

16. Boulcott Suites

17. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

20. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Quest 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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