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WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter
3.0 star property
Thorndon
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Yes great stay "
Australia
Shane
The price is ￥11,781
￥13,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
WQ Wellington Quarter
View from property
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House
2.0 star property
23.5 km from Thorndon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (109)
"So clean, comfortable. Staff super friendly Location is amazing"
Australia
Kelly
The price is ￥11,114
￥12,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Moana Lodge - Guest House
View from room
Mana Motel

Mana Motel

Mana Motel
2.0 star property
21.2 km from Thorndon
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (49)
"It was perfect for a stopover night."
Australia
Erica
The price is ￥9,275
￥10,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Mana Motel
Ballroom
Wallaceville Motor Lodge

Wallaceville Motor Lodge

Wallaceville Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
28.5 km from Thorndon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (459)
"Excellent service, lovely surrounding, very accomodating and peaceful. Would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Doug and Bev
The price is ￥15,214
￥17,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Wallaceville Motor Lodge
Water park
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
3.0 star property
16.2 km from Thorndon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (420)
"Location is good, room size and bed were comfortable "
Australia
Greg
The price is ￥15,513
￥17,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Garden
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge
3.0 star property
18.3 km from Thorndon
7.6 out of 10, Good, (129)
"Staff upon arrival were super polite and wonderful. Even though it is under renovation and a bit messy the Room was clean and spacious, bed was very comfortable. "
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥9,737
￥11,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Aotea Lodge
Front of property
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel
2.0 star property
16.6 km from Thorndon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (39)
"Location is great to eateries, supermarket and train station. "
Australia
Darni
The price is ￥10,915
￥12,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
The Post Hotel
Premium Studio with Kitchen (Newly Refurbished) | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Thorndon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (121)
"Handy location, great shower"
Australia
Nick
The price is ￥15,749
￥18,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Newlands Court Motel
Property entrance
Best Western Wellington

Best Western Wellington

Best Western Wellington
4.0 star property
Johnsonville, 6.6 km from Thorndon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (316)
"Really nice place to stay and within walking distance to plenty of restaurants and shops. Owners were really pleasant and gave us recommendations on where to eat. Would definitely stay here if in the area. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥15,749
￥18,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Best Western Wellington
Gemini | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.8 km from Thorndon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (195)
"Great room, friendly staff."
Australia
Paige
The price is ￥16,969
￥19,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
The Intrepid Hotel
Front of property
Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
4.0 star property
5.8 km from Thorndon
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (190)
"Great location to food and entertainment. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ￥14,487
￥16,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Thorndon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1653)
"Good place to stay "
United States
Rahul
The price is ￥10,329
￥11,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Outdoor wedding area
Silverstream Retreat

Silverstream Retreat

Silverstream Retreat
3.0 star property
22.8 km from Thorndon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (257)
"Spotless room good amenities easy checkin"
Australia
Tania
The price is ￥13,558
￥15,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Silverstream Retreat
Exterior
Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge
3.0 star property
26.7 km from Thorndon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (540)
"Great spot to spend the night. We arrived early and they had a room cleaned and allowed us to check in. Friendly, helpful staff. There is a bar next door which was great."
United States
Graeme
The price is ￥16,301
￥18,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Totara Lodge
Exterior
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Thorndon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (524)
"Nice central location tucked a little bit out of the way."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥15,739
￥18,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Courtyard view
Bristol Motel

Bristol Motel

Bristol Motel
3.0 star property
27.4 km from Thorndon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
"Spotless👌Quedos to the cleaner's. Comfortable beds😊 Awesome big shower this time ❤️👌 Hospitable as always 😍❤️ If I need to relax I'll always go to Bristol Motel 💕💕"
Australia
Geraldine Catherine
The price is ￥13,891
￥16,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Bristol Motel
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, iPod dock, first-run movies
Quest Petone

Quest Petone

Quest Petone
4.0 star property
10.1 km from Thorndon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (617)
"Very well laid out rooms. Excellent amenity. Lovely staff. This place was ideal for our family stay "
Australia
Andrew
The price is ￥10,987
￥12,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Quest Petone
Beach
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Thorndon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Had a great stay"
Australia
Louise
The price is ￥12,206
￥14,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Deluxe Studio | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott Lodge
4.0 star property
14.4 km from Thorndon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (348)
"All facilities were in great working order. Very clean and the staff were universally helpful and friendly. Highly recommended for an easy stay in Lower Hutt!"
Australia
Chris
The price is ￥13,568
￥15,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Boulcott Lodge
Beach/ocean view
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4.0 star property
10.2 km from Thorndon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (590)
"On arrival till you leave amazing motel .I will be going back to stay next time I am in the Wellington area."
Australia
Karen
The price is ￥14,128
￥16,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
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Where to stay in Thorndon

Find the best Thorndon areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Wellington which includes kayaking or canoeing and interior views

Wellington CBD

Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car.

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

Te Aro

Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Wellington showing a sunset, a bridge and a bay or harbor

Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating 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.

Petone

Nestled between the Hutt River and Wellington Harbour, Petone boasts a sandy beach for family swimming and a historic main street with unique businesses. Explore the Petone Settlers Museum or stroll along the Hutt River.

Oriental Bay

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

Top Thorndon Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent
"Met family for mini holiday. Rooms spacious & comfortable although bathroom needs an upgrade. "
Steven 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Frequently asked questions

What is Thorndon like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Wellington's Thorndon neighborhood. Be sure to check out Lambton Quay and National Library as part of your Thorndon travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Thorndon?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, WQ Wellington Quarter is the highest ranked property in Thorndon. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Thorndon?
With 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Thorndon to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wellington area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Thorndon, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Thorndon.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Thorndon?
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What are the top things to see and do in Thorndon?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park, Tinakori Hill, and Khandallah Park. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Lambton Quay and National Library are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Thorndon include Parliamentary Library, Parliament House, and Archives New Zealand. Old St Paul's and Beehive are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wellington.

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