Looking for a city in New Zealand with the greatest food scene and culture? Meet Wellington, your next holiday destination, a city that combines culinary delights, nature scenery, and culture as one. Wellington is not only the capital city of New Zealand, but also the cultural center of the country.
All the things that you can do in Wellington are about exploring the culture and tasting each delicious dish. Cafes, restaurants, and pubs are easily found. Indulge yourselves in some of the famous dishes in Wellington: the New Zealand green-lipped mussels, lamb, and local seafood. As for learning the history and the culture of New Zealand, you can head to Te Papa Tongarewa Museum.
Sure you’ll need to book one of the best hotels in Wellington to have a good time thoroughly. We already made you the list of those recommended best hotels in Wellington below!
Location: 11 Bolton Street, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011
Room Rates: Starts from AU$ 335.12
Nearby Attractions: Old Government Buildings, Ascot Street
Sofitel is a famous hotel chain all over the world, and you can experience its greatness when you’re in Wellington too. Sofitel Wellington is located close to some premium shopping centers and Sky Stadium. If you pick this hotel, you’ll have a good rest laying on their famous Sofitel MyBed, which is so soft and comfy.
The rooms are in good size and some of them allow you to enjoy the city view. As for breakfast, you can either order for room service or go to Jardin Grill to enjoy a buffet or breakfast a la carte. Have some beverages at La Serre Lounge Bar, available from 9 AM to 10 PM daily
Sofitel Wellington
11 Bolton Street
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Location: 2 Grey Street, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011
Room Rates: Starts from AU$ 371
Nearby Attractions: Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station), Frank Kitts Park
InterContinental Wellington, an IHG Hotel, is a waterfront luxurious hotel, rich with extraordinary facilities, including pool, hot tub, sauna, and gym. Not only is the view that is amazing, the hotel will pamper you with accommodations that are beyond comfort.
The space and the in-room facilities will make your stay satisfying. Every room is complete with coffee maker, hair dryer, bath amenities, TV, work space, and complimentary WiFi. With all these facilities, you’ll have a good rest and a good preparation before you go around town.
The culinary delights of the hotel are mandatory to taste. Visit GPO and taste the tasty seafood, handmade pastas, and meats in Mediterranean style. The Lobby Lounge is also available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a wide array of wines and cocktails too!
InterContinental Wellington, an IHG Hotel
2 Grey Street
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Location: 133 The Terrace, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011
Room Rates: Starts from AU$ 228
Nearby Attractions: Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station), Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Looking for the best hotel in Wellington that is more simple and affordable? Try Novotel Wellington, the 4-star hotel located in the CBD. It fits for both business trips and holidays. The location is perfect, where some of the iconic places for tourists in Wellington are within walking distance.
The floor-to-ceiling window lets you enjoy the view of the surroundings. You can be amused by the facilities inside your room, including the flat screen TV, complimentary bathroom products, hairdryer, kettle, fridge, and coffee/tea maker. If you come to work, you will love the working desk and the complimentary WiFi that makes your work easier.
Have a great breakfast at Caucus Restaurant, the in-house dining place in Novotel Wellington. A fitness center and a pool are also available so you can have your workout during your trip in Wellington.
Novotel Wellington
133 The Terrace
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Location: 90 Cable Street, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011
Room Rates: Starts from AU$ 365.40
Nearby Attractions: St James Theatre, Byrd Memorial, Central Library
You’ll have a nice stay in one of the best boutique hotels in Wellington: the luxurious QT Wellington. Enjoy the rooms with eclectic style, where you can see patterns as the artwork on the room’s wall. From the floor-to-ceiling window, you can see the view of the harbour or the urban hills.
Our favorite is the QT Harbourview King, overlooking Wellington Harbour. Aside from the comfortable king bed it has, the private balcony is why we love this accommodation so much. You can enjoy both sunset and sunrise without having to get out of the hotel!
Beside the comfy rooms, they have various in-house restaurants to enjoy: Hippopotamus, Hot Sauce, and Gallery Lounge. Hippopotamus is a Parisian chic restaurant serving the best breakfast, while Hot Sauce is a place for people craving Asian dishes like ramen or salmon sashimi.
QT Wellington
90 Cable Street
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Location: 345 The Terrace, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand, 6001
Room Rates: Starts from AU$ 381.79
Nearby Attractions: Bucket Fountain, Victoria University of Wellington, Colonial Cottage Museum
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington is our last pick for the best hotel in Wellington. It has the great location that you’ll find popular attractions that are only separated by walking distance. The hotel provides luxurious accommodations divided as rooms and suites. Both allow you to enjoy great views, but if you want a greater one, you can request for rooms on a higher floor.
The other facilities you can enjoy are the fitness centre, complete with sauna, and a large indoor heated pool. Not enough, there’s also a library where you can explore and read books in a calm atmosphere, located on level 7 of the hotel’s building.
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington will pamper your palate with their restaurant and bar. Spend your breakfast or dinner in Forage Kitchen + Bar, full with delicious dishes.
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
345 The Terrace
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Wellington is the worthy place for your holiday, so don’t hang back, plan your trip to Wellington immediately! Traveloka is here for you to book your favorite best hotel in Wellington, and to book your flight right away to New Zealand!