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This weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Lyall Bay historic hotels

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

1. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.4 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,810 reviews)
"Super nice and good location."
Canada
Kailie
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a distant cityscape.

2. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
4.0 star property
Mount Victoria, 4.3 km from Lyall Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel and lovely staff"
Australia
Victoria
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
Lobby

3. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 4.3 km from Lyall Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Super close to main restaurants along Courtney Place. Great breakfast"
Australia
Simon
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks Wellington Hotel
A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

4. Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
1.5 km from Lyall Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is perfect for that early morning flight. Great food options at the airport, and comfortable rooms."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rydges Wellington Airport
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.4 km from Lyall Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Love the room and friendly staffs. The place is very affordable and accessible to everything."
Australia
Enrico
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

6. Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington
4.5 star property
Pipitea, 5.7 km from Lyall Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rydges Wellington
A multi-story building with balconies, a central courtyard with a seating area, and a small garden.

7. Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.3 km from Lyall Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,467 reviews)
"Good central location. Photos are slightly deceiving as rooms are quite small."
Australia
Trevor
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

8. Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.2 km from Lyall Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay , convenient location friendly staff"
Australia
Kevin
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Pool

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.3 km from Lyall Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and very helpful staff, really good location."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

10. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.3 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,640 reviews)
"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."
Australia
Georgia
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A modern hotel with a multi-story structure, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

11. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 4.6 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff, offering great tips on where to visit and eat. Beautiful hotel, lovely decor, quiet and away from the bustle of the Central City, but close enough to walk into the CBD."
Australia
Emma
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Front of property

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.3 km from Lyall Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,181 reviews)
"Great location to Wellington city. Very spacious rooms, everything you need."
Australia
Rachel
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Adina CityLife Wellington
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large decorative sculpture.

13. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 4.4 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and appealing decorations in both the public area and guest room. Very nice breakfast with lots of choices."
Canada
Kwok Kwong
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent 'Ibis Hotel' sign.

14. ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.4 km from Lyall Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, great breakfast"
Australia
suraya
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
ibis Wellington
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

15. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 4.2 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The room is spacious, clean and has so many amenities that you may need. This has become our place of choice for a staycation in Wellington city"
Australia
Siasana
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Naumi Hotel Wellington
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

16. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 4.5 km from Lyall Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (295 reviews)
"Very clean bathroom. Reasonably priced for the room size and location. Heaps of restaurants around."
Australia
Norman
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

17. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.9 km from Lyall Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Bolton Hotel
Exterior

18. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 5.9 km from Lyall Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (785 reviews)
"Beautiful stay with great Brekky service - all amenities were great!"
Australia
ANITA
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sofitel Wellington
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

19. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 4.2 km from Lyall Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, lovely staff."
Australia
Brent
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Naumi Studio Wellington
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a seating area, and a sign indicating a fire door.

20. The Viv Hotel Wellington

The Viv Hotel Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 3.9 km from Lyall Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (747 reviews)
"great place to stay close to everything, clean, nice staff, quiet, the shower was great bed a little hard 4 me would stay again"
Australia
BRENDA JOY
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Viv Hotel Wellington
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Top Lyall Bay Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Très bon déjeuner, bien situé et très belle chambre"
Patrice 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Lyall Bay?
A trip to the significant historical sites in Lyall Bay is probably on top of your travel itinerary. While you're in town, why not also discover the many sights to visit such as beaches?
How many historical hotels are located in Lyall Bay?
Lyall Bay is home to 2 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Lyall Bay?
Places to visit in the wider area include Wellington Zoo, ASB Sports Centre and Basin Reserve. You'll also find The Weta Cave and Mount Victoria Lookout in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Lyall Bay?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Lyall Bay, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Lyall Bay have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Lyall Bay, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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