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

Our top choices for Wellington historic hotels

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

1. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

2. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
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
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sofitel Wellington
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro
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$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

5. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
Germany
Tobias
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Marion Hostel
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

6. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bolton Hotel
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.

7. Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
"Gorgeous retro style rooms, very comfy bed, wonderful staff & close to Te Papa Museum and other attractions. Right in Oriental Bay where you can walk for miles around the waterfront of you want. Would definitely stay here again."
Canada
Cindy
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ohtel Wellington
Pool

8. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and very helpful staff, really good location."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.5 star property
Te Aro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (860 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Small but nice rooms that are perfect for just sleeping for a few nights. Excellently stationed just off of Courtenay place and the staff are always lovely. Would happily stay here again."
Australia
Ashley
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the room and friendly staffs. The place is very affordable and accessible to everything."
Australia
Enrico
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

12. U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection

U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4.0 star property
Te Aro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"Excellent location. So close to everything. Loved having a kitchen, and balcony, which for a city can be hard to find."
Australia
Angela
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"We had stayed there before, we came back to stay again and we will come back!"
Australia
Megan
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest on Thorndon
A coastal road with a beach, a wooden pier, and buildings along the shoreline.

14. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
4.0 star property
Hataitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (337 reviews)
"Nice location - friendly staff."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Front of property

15. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,183 reviews)
"Great location to Wellington city. Very spacious rooms, everything you need."
Australia
Rachel
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Adina CityLife Wellington
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

16. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Friendly staff & clean rooms, spa bath in family room was a bonus"
Australia
Stephen
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Southgate Motor Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

17. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,380 reviews)
"Good location and easy booking and check in"
Australia
Susan
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Boulcott Suites
A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

18. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, room was clean and I felt safe."
United States
Gretchen
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Naumi Studio Wellington
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,804 reviews)
"Super nice and good location."
Canada
Kailie
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A long dining table set for a meal with various dishes, glasses, and a pool table in the background.

20. QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very central. Fantastic staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
QT Wellington
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Top Wellington Hotel Reviews

Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good
"Good location with lower level entry straight on to Lambton Quay despite reception being way up on 6th floor on Gilmer Terrace. Close to all major shops including Woolworths supermarket. Quite nice well-appointed. 2 bedroom apartment. Good heating and air conditioning. Washing machine and dryer were a bonus after several days travelling. Single drawer dishwasher (Fisher & Paykell?) did not wash cups and plates adequately on standard setting. Contents of dishwasher were still wet at end of cycle. We had to use tea towel to dry them. We hand-washed our crockery and cutlery after trying dishwasher on day 1. Rather noisy from Lambton Quay traffic - does it have double glazing? Bedroom curtains were a bit old and did not blackout all the light from Lambton Quay adequately. Access alleyway to downstairs entry was consistently dirty with rubbish floating round during our stay. Parking was a problem with parking building being at least 100 metres up the road. I generally resent parking charges - this place charged me $NZ 96.00 for 3 days parking. Temporary parking outside reception was tight- it took me a 6-point turn to back out of it."
Guy 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Adina CityLife Wellington

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Wellington?
You're likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Wellington. Be sure to check out the major shopping area and fascinating museums while you're here. You can also take some time enjoying the picturesque gardens.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Wellington?
Wellington is home to 342 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Wellington?
Wellington is notable for landmarks like Parliament House, Old St Paul's and Te Aro Pa. Known for its museums, cultural venues include Wellington Town Hall, Michael Fowler Centre and Te Papa. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are TSB Bank Arena and City Gallery Wellington.
What is a historic hotel like in Wellington?
A guest who chooses a historic hotel has an opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like palaces, castles, stately homes or even lodges, pubs or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Wellington usually retain original elements such as period features or traditional architecture in their communal spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These terms are similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and building. Mainly a heritage hotel draws meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Wellington have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Wellington, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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