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

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 1.2 mi from Basin Reserve

Lavina.

£68

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.6 mi from Basin Reserve

Kelly

£91

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There is a leather sofa with cushions and a small wooden table.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.6 mi from Basin Reserve

Tamara

£94

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.5 mi from Basin Reserve

Timothy

£108

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

5. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.5 mi from Basin Reserve

Shane

£78

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

6. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 0.5 mi from Basin Reserve

Florian

£46

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

7. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 0.6 mi from Basin Reserve

Julian

£94

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

8. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Basin Reserve

Rob

£128

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.5 mi from Basin Reserve

Nga Tokorua

£61

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.5 mi from Basin Reserve

Rachel

£45

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

11. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Basin Reserve

Mohammad

£65

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Basin Reserve

Sarah

£79

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a distant hill.

A modern hotel room with a red leather sofa, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

13. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 mi from Basin Reserve

Angela

£104

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

14. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.7 mi from Basin Reserve

Megan

£71

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 0.7 mi from Basin Reserve

Stephen

£78

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

A patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hedge.

A building with a sign indicating trading hours, a security camera, and potted plants.

A compact room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden wardrobe.

16. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 1.3 mi from Basin Reserve

Jennifer

£68

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

17. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.9 mi from Basin Reserve

Waimarie

£79

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

18. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.4 mi from Basin Reserve

Con

£70

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

A corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.

A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Basin Reserve

Christina

£59

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1.2 mi from Basin Reserve

£70

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Basin Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 803 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 248 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Bolton Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Basin Reserve Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good

"Great selections of food in a breakfast buffet with freshly cooked omelette, poached eggs and pancakes. Thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you:)"

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fabulous stay, loved the art, the room, the staff and ease of getting to anywhere"

Liberty Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Always a great stay."

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Interactions with Reception were always slow and transactional, going through the motions like robots. Older decor throughout but room was spacious, clean and comfortable and enjoyed the 11am checkout time. Would stay again if price was right"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, comfy bed. Parking on site is quite tight if you have a big car but staff very helpful, would stay here again"

The Viv Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"great place to stay close to everything, clean, nice staff, quiet, the shower was great bed a little hard 4 me would stay again"

Marksman Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Close to city and with free parking. Restaurants are within walking distance."

U Boutique Hotel, SureStay Collection by BW

8/10 Good

"Very clean and friendly staff. Room size good, bed very comfy. Good location & easy to get to Cuba Mall, shops etc, plus bus stops fairly close. Older building & no double glazing so sound travels easily. Being on ground floor helpful in some respects but not when people gather out front and everyone's coming & goings, noisy."

Other attractions near Basin Reserve

Greek-New Zealand Memorial

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Greek-New Zealand Memorial. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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National War Memorial

Learn about the local history of Wellington when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Wellington Buddhist Centre

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Wellington Buddhist Centre during your stay in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Greek Orthodox Church

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Greek Orthodox Church is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

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Elliott House

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a visit to Elliott House. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

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Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre during your travels in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Russian Orthodox Church

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Russian Orthodox Church is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Toi Pōneke Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Toi Pōneke Arts Centre during your stay in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Basin Reserve?

Basin Reserve is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 175 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Basin Reserve?

Adjacent to Basin Reserve, The Viv Hotel Wellington is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options within a short distance include Oaks Wellington Hotel and Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay.

How many hotels are there near Basin Reserve?

Expedia has 175 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Basin Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Basin Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Basin Reserve.

What can I see and do near Basin Reserve?

Study the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea or Carter Observatory. Explore landmarks like Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa and Parliament House. You can catch a show at St James Theatre, Michael Fowler Centre and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Basin Reserve hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Bolton Hotel

6. The Marion Hostel

7. Ohtel Wellington

8. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

11. Adina CityLife Wellington

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

14. Quest on Thorndon

15. Southgate Motor Inn

16. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

17. Boulcott Suites

18. Naumi Hotel Wellington

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Top Basin Reserve Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

The Viv Hotel Wellington

Marksman Motor Inn

U Boutique Hotel, SureStay Collection by BW

Other attractions near Basin Reserve

Greek-New Zealand Memorial

National War Memorial

Wellington Buddhist Centre

Greek Orthodox Church

Elliott House

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

Russian Orthodox Church

Toi Pōneke Arts Centre

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