The Best Hotels Closest to Wellington Central Business District in Wellington for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Wellington Central Business District?

Wellington Central Business District is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 198 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best hotel to stay near Wellington Central Business District?

Adjacent to Wellington Central Business District, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and InterContinental Wellington by IHG .

Q: How many hotels are there close to Wellington Central Business District?

Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wellington Central Business District.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wellington Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Wellington Central Business District.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wellington Central Business District?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Wellington Central Business District, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near Wellington Central Business District?

Study the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, or Carter Observatory. Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wellington Central Business District hotels

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

1. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kelly

￥21,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

2. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Pedro

￥15,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

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

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Norman

￥14,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

4. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Tobias

￥9,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

5. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Angie Kim

￥18,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

6. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

paula

￥26,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

7. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Ashley

￥14,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rachel

￥12,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

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.

9. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Cindy

￥21,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

10. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Wellington Central Business District

Susan

￥18,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Enrico

￥17,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Rachel

￥14,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Megan

￥14,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

14. U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District

Angela

￥20,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A coastal road with a beach, a wooden pier, and buildings along the shoreline.

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 3.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Jennifer

￥14,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

16. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Wellington Central Business District

Stephen

￥16,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

17. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Wellington Central Business District

Kailie

￥13,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, < 0.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Georgia

￥14,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A multi-story building with a classic architectural design, featuring large windows and a central courtyard.

19. The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Wellington Central Business District

Sam

￥17,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

20. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Wellington Central Business District

Gretchen

￥10,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 4 - Dec 5

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The Intrepid Hotel 4.5 star property Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District View	Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford 4.5 star property Newtown, 2.5 km from Wellington Central Business District View	Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee 4.5 star property Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Central Business District View	The Marion Hostel 2.0 star property Te Aro, 1 km from Wellington Central Business District View	Bolton Hotel 4.5 star property Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Central Business District View
9.8 Exceptional 253 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 316 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 295 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 77 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews
The price is ￥18,625 ￥21,419 total includes taxes & fees Dec 6 - Dec 7	The price is ￥13,172 ￥15,230 total includes taxes & fees Nov 28 - Nov 29	The price is ￥12,307 ￥14,153 total includes taxes & fees Dec 6 - Dec 7	The price is ￥7,957 ￥9,240 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20	The price is ￥15,915 ￥18,455 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9
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Hotels recommended for families near Wellington Central Business District

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD

￥15,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, the staff is fantastic, the location is perfect. Easy access to Lambton Quay for buses, restaurants, shops, the cable car station to ride up for great scenic views and proximity to the observatory. A couple of blocks to waterfront for ferry rides, museums, restaurants, and shops. Definitely coming back on our next visit to 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."

Quest Wellington

8/10 Good

"The check in didn’t go as planned as they have NO onsite parking and the loading zone near the property was in use. We paid for parking to go back and work out what to do and had to use their trolley to offload two blocks away. Leaving today was much easier as the loading zone was available. The biggest disappointment was that we weren’t aware there was no onsite parking. The property is very tired and the toilet flush surrounding was loose and got stuck a lot. It was also drafty, as one of the windows didn’t lock properly and there was a breeze in the main bedroom even though the doors didn’t open. The wardrobe doors didn’t close properly and the hot water ran out in the shower. The proximity to everything was good, but it wasn’t an easy start. It wasn’t the fault of the staff, they were more than obliging."

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

A historic house with a large porch and a sign in the foreground.

Antrim House

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Antrim House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wellington Central Business District?

Wellington Central Business District is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 198 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Wellington Central Business District?

Adjacent to Wellington Central Business District, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Wellington Central Business District?

Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wellington Central Business District.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wellington Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Wellington Central Business District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wellington Central Business District?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Wellington Central Business District, click here.

What can I see and do near Wellington Central Business District?

Study the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, or Carter Observatory. Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wellington Central Business District hotels

1. The Intrepid Hotel

2. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

4. The Marion Hostel

5. Bolton Hotel

6. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

7. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

9. Ohtel Wellington

10. Boulcott Suites

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

13. Quest on Thorndon

14. U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

16. Southgate Motor Inn

17. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

19. The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

20. Naumi Studio Wellington

Compare top hotels near Wellington Central Business District

The Intrepid Hotel

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

The Marion Hostel

Bolton Hotel

Hotels recommended for families near Wellington Central Business District

Quest 256 Lambton

Top Wellington Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Other attractions near Wellington Central Business District

Antrim House

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