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

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

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

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Lavina.

NT$2,275

NT$2,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

NT$3,522

NT$4,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

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

NT$3,444

NT$3,961 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 reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

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

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

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Timothy

NT$3,974

NT$4,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

5. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Julian

NT$3,445

NT$3,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

6. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Florian

NT$1,995

NT$2,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

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.

7. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Shane

NT$3,096

NT$3,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Nga Tokorua

NT$2,259

NT$2,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rob

NT$4,723

NT$5,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Mohammad

NT$2,651

NT$3,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

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

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rachel

NT$1,878

NT$2,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Sarah

NT$2,901

NT$3,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

13. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephen

NT$2,575

NT$2,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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.

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Angela

NT$4,126

NT$4,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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.

15. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

Waimarie

NT$2,874

NT$3,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

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.

16. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Megan

NT$2,790

NT$3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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.

17. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

NT$2,757

NT$3,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, < 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Christina

NT$2,160

NT$2,484 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 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.

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

NT$2,567

NT$2,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a red sofa, a red armchair, a black table, and a large TV on the wall.

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

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

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

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Con

NT$2,614

NT$3,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 803 reviews	View
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
Ohtel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 378 reviews	View

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

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"

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"Our room was a little cramped with the free standing air conditioning/heating unit. The courtyard in the Atrium is beautiful and so sheltered and an optical illusion with the tiling. Would stay here again. It’s not"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great central spot. Large room with huge comfortable bed. Clean and tidy"

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."

Sofitel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very nice appointed with lots of decorations decor"

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?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Wellington Central Business District, click here.

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. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Ohtel Wellington

6. The Marion Hostel

7. Bolton Hotel

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Southgate Motor Inn

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

15. Boulcott Suites

16. Quest on Thorndon

17. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Central Business District

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Quest Wellington

Sofitel 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

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