Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Wellington CBD Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is NZ$156 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$156
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,468 reviews)
"Wonderful strong shower much appreciated to start our busy days."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is NZ$132 per night from 22 June to 23 June
NZ$132
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,291 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times now and always clean, tidy with good service, price and good amenities. Will be back again."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 out of 5
2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is NZ$134 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$134
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Hotel was slightly difficult to find but once we did we were very happy with our room, comfortable bed, microwave, jug, fridge, small TV and table and chairs. Lovely staff on arrival, fast check in. We stayed in room 1601 and while compact was more than expected for a night's stay, very good central ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is NZ$118 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$118
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great service. Close to Willis Street & the waterfront . Nice & quiet."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5 out of 5
2 Grey Street, Wellington
The price is NZ$283 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$283
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Luxury at the end of a long working day. Just what you need when you are away from home"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street, 28 Grey Street, Wellington, NZ
The price is NZ$169 per night from 20 June to 21 June
NZ$169
20 June - 21 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, handy being in the CBD. Staff were wonderful and rooms nice and large."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

Wellington Waterfront
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Zealandia and Botanic Gardens.

Kelburn
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

4/5(162 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

Te Aro
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay

Wellington CBD Travel Guide

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