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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 Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

Lavina.

NT$2,271

NT$2,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.4 km from St James Theatre

Kelly

NT$3,421

NT$3,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 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.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Tamara

NT$3,808

NT$4,379 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 hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

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

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

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.6 km from St James Theatre

Timothy

NT$3,959

NT$4,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

5. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 0.3 km from St James Theatre

Florian

NT$1,821

NT$2,094 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 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.

6. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.1 km from St James Theatre

Nga Tokorua

NT$2,255

NT$2,593 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 modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

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

7. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.6 km from St James Theatre

Shane

NT$3,090

NT$3,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

8. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 0.5 km from St James Theatre

Julian

NT$3,438

NT$3,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 1 km from St James Theatre

Rob

NT$4,767

NT$5,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1 km from St James Theatre

Mohammad

NT$2,647

NT$3,044 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 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 multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Rachel

NT$1,685

NT$1,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

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

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

Sarah

NT$2,896

NT$3,331 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, 1.9 km from St James Theatre

Stephen

NT$2,748

NT$3,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 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.

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Angela

NT$4,117

NT$4,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.3 km from St James Theatre

Jennifer

NT$2,747

NT$3,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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, and a chair.

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

16. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.9 km from St James Theatre

Megan

NT$2,779

NT$3,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

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.

17. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1 km from St James Theatre

Christina

NT$2,152

NT$2,475 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 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.

18. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.7 km from St James Theatre

Waimarie

NT$2,867

NT$3,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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.

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

NT$2,562

NT$2,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.5 km from St James Theatre

Con

NT$2,608

NT$3,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Theatre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 802 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
The Marion Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews	View

Top St James Theatre Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"A modern centrally located apartment hotel with amazing & efficient staff at the reception. The room even has a F&P washer & dryer. The room I have requested looks at the back which has no view but it’s very quiet. Loved my stay and will be my go to place next time here. 👍"

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"One of my favourite places to stay in Welly, great location and super close to everything. Clean and warm rooms and great staff."

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fabulous stay, loved the art, the room, the staff and ease of getting to anywhere"

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great communication, friendly reception staff in a welcoming reception area. The room on the first floor was standard, but clean and comfortable. The location was excellent for access to Lambton Quay & TSB Arena. On-site parking was a bonus."

Liberty Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Always a great stay."

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"

The Viv Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"great place to stay close to everything, clean, nice staff, quiet, the shower was great bed a little hard 4 me would stay again"

QT Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"I arrived around 2am due to a late flight and the hotel was very accommodating, lovely to jump straight into a clean beautiful bed."

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A bar with various bottles and decorations.

Courtenay Place

8.4/10 (2,096 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

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A vibrant street with colorful buildings, a playground, and a small water feature.

Bucket Fountain

Bucket Fountain is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Te Aro Pa

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Te Aro Pa. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

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New Zealand Film Archive

You can study the exhibits at New Zealand Film Archive, 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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Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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The Opera House

8.0/10 (41 reviews)

The Opera House is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Downstage Theatre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Downstage Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St James Theatre?

St James Theatre is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 197 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near St James Theatre?

Adjacent to St James Theatre, Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to St James Theatre?

Expedia has 197 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St James Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St James Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to St James Theatre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St James Theatre?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near St James Theatre, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near St James Theatre?

Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Carter Observatory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Michael Fowler Centre, Embassy Theatre, and Downstage Theatre.

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Our top choices for St James Theatre hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. The Marion Hostel

6. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

7. Bolton Hotel

8. Ohtel Wellington

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. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

16. Quest on Thorndon

17. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

18. Boulcott Suites

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

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Top St James Theatre Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

Naumi Studio Wellington

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

The Viv Hotel Wellington

QT Wellington

Other attractions near St James Theatre

Courtenay Place

Bucket Fountain

Te Aro Pa

New Zealand Film Archive

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish

The Opera House

Downstage Theatre

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