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252 Cheap Hotels Near Te Papa

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
0.3 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$140 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.3/5Excellent! (255 reviews)

"This is a high standard hotel in a central city location. Our room was very spacious and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful. We arrived early but they allowed us into our room. Only downside for us was the lack of privacy to the toilet, but admittedly that may not be an issue for ..."…"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2020

Oaks Wellington Hotel
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
0.2 km from Te Papa
The price is NZ$229 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.5/5Wonderful! (986 reviews)

"Very professional staff They were able to cater to our needs"…"

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2020

QT Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
1 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$130 per night from 29 Nov. to 30 Nov.
4.2/5Very Good! (1,179 reviews)

"Good value for what it offers; clean comfortable rooms and great customer service."…"

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2020

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
1.1 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$172 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.2/5Excellent! (1,183 reviews)

"It was different from my past visits to this hotel. We arrived well by the advertised check-in time of 2:00 pm but had to go away, come back again and wait till after 3:20 pm when one of the two rooms was available. Otherwise, this hotel is very conveniently located in the CBD with dining options, ..."…"

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2020

Rydges Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
0.9 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.1/5Very Good! (973 reviews)

"So central to shopping, train station. Great location. Comfortable bed and very pleasant staff."…"

Reviewed on 20 Oct. 2020

ibis Wellington
Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
1 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$169 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.3/5Excellent! (984 reviews)

"It needs a pool and spa. Otherwise fantastic. Had a great time here. Breakfast was great. Staff friendly and helpful. Room clean and modern. Great location too."…"

Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2020

Novotel Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
0.7 km from Te Papa
The price is NZ$134 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.4/5Excellent! (976 reviews)

"Pleasant, quiet, clean, and centrally located for many of Wellingtons places"…"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2020

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

4 out of 5
0.8 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.1/5Very Good! (978 reviews)

"Close to city centre attractions, comfortable room, large shower"…"

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2020

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
InterContinental Wellington

InterContinental Wellington

5 out of 5
0.8 km from Te Papa
Free cancellation
The price is NZ$199 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.5/5Wonderful! (967 reviews)

"Incredible service. The staff was very nice. Enjoyed the breakfast. The room was clean and the view was lovely (we stayed at level 4). The rooms are a bit dated though- especially the bathrooms."…"

Reviewed on 26 Oct. 2020

InterContinental Wellington
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
0.4 km from Te Papa
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$125 per night from 1 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4/5Very Good! (979 reviews)

"Clean, convenient and central location makes it an ideal place to stay"…"

Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2020

West Plaza Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand)?
Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) is located in a welcoming area of Wellington CBD known for its top museums and popular theatre scene. If you’re looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 124 hotels and other accommodation options you’ll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand)?
Adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand), Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 4.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include QT Wellington and James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand), will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on “Search”, then use the filter option “free cancellation” to get top deals in Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand).
What can I see and do near Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand)?
Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Carter Observatory and Cable Car Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you’re in town. Sights like Old St Paul’s, Old Government Buildings and Colonial Cottage Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, Embassy Theatre and St James Theatre if you’re interested in local theatre.

Recent Reviews in Te Papa

    CityLife Wellington
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Good size room, fairly quiet and very handy to everything. Great to be able to find a quality 2 bed hotel mid city. …
    A verified traveller stayed at CityLife Wellington
    Posted 3 weeks ago
    CityLife Wellington
    InterContinental Wellington
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Great location, great service, next rooms.........…
    A verified traveller stayed at InterContinental Wellington
    Posted 3 weeks ago
    InterContinental Wellington
    Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman
    Expedia Verified Review…
    4 / 5 Good
    We stayed overnight and was generally standard, there was nothing to complain or rave about…
    A verified traveller from Gisborne stayed at Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman
    Posted 3 months ago
    Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman
    James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Good value for what it offers; clean comfortable rooms and great customer service.…
    A verified traveller from Auckland stayed at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
    Posted 3 days ago
    James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
    YHA Wellington City - Hostel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Handy to everything, easy, simple, good friendly staff.…
    A verified traveller from Hastings NZ stayed at YHA Wellington City - Hostel
    Posted 9 months ago
    YHA Wellington City - Hostel

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