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Our top choices for Te Papa hotels

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

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Te Papa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (808 reviews)
"Room staff were very helpful and attentive, and the coffee was amazing. We had a very enjoyable stay, location is great. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Lavina.
The price is ￥13,739
￥15,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quest 256 Lambton
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is ￥16,668
￥19,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (781 reviews)
"Great service, clean tidy restaurant fabulous"
Australia
Craig
The price is ￥20,686
￥23,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sofitel Wellington
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
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 ￥13,824
￥15,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown, 2 km from Te Papa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is ￥13,824
￥15,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

6. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hostel !"
France
Florian
The price is ￥7,953
￥9,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The Marion Hostel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

7. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.5 km from Te Papa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is ￥9,388
￥11,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

8. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is ￥13,056
￥15,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Bolton Hotel
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
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.3 km from Te Papa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (858 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 ￥13,408
￥15,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Pool

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Te Papa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel, very comfortable and quiet."
Australia
Natasha
The price is ￥23,553
￥27,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

11. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,377 reviews)
"Very nice rooms. Close to the CBD. Staff very accommodating."
Australia
chris
The price is ￥15,908
￥18,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Boulcott Suites
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet, central and very comfortable."
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥15,359
￥17,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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, 1.6 km from Te Papa
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 ￥12,849
￥14,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Quest on Thorndon
Front of property

14. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,177 reviews)
"We had an overnight stay at this hotel and loved it. The location was fabulous, reception staff were friendly and having a kitchen within our 2 bedroom accommodation was a bonus. Would certainly stay with you again"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is ￥13,893
￥15,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Adina CityLife Wellington
A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
4.0 star property
Hataitai, 2.3 km from Te Papa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (337 reviews)
"Nice location - friendly staff."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is ￥12,472
￥14,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

16. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.8 km from Te Papa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay, lovely staff."
Australia
Brent
The price is ￥9,759
￥11,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Naumi Studio Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

17. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 0.1 km from Te Papa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (436 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 ￥19,328
￥22,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Te Papa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,807 reviews)
"Centrally located, clean and the buffet breakfast was good."
Canada
Ken
The price is ￥9,826
￥11,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

19. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown, 2.2 km from Te Papa
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 ￥12,113
￥14,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Southgate Motor Inn
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

20. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,638 reviews)
"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."
Australia
Georgia
The price is ￥10,319
￥11,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Te Papa

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.
Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
808 reviews
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A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
251 reviews
View
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
781 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
295 reviews
View
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
316 reviews
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Top Te Papa Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good
"It all went very well, the rooms are compact like you have everything a couple will require, Fridge, Microwave, clothes washing machine with a dryer built in, Toaster and hot water jug with coffee, Variety of tea bags and others. The beds are comfortable and the linen clean and tidy. In short it has all. Its very conveniently situated to the main CBD with short cuts, the receptionist can help you with that. All the Best and enjoy your stay. Godfrey J & C J"
Godfrey 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Other attractions near Te Papa

Michael Fowler Centre

8.6/10 (85 reviews)
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Te Papa?
Te Papa is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular theater 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.
Where is the best place to stay near Te Papa?
Adjacent to Te Papa, Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Te Papa?
Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Te Papa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Te Papa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Te Papa.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Te Papa?
For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Te Papa, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near Te Papa?
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, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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