The Best Hotels Closest to Zealandia in Wellington - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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 Zealandia

Lavina.

£68

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.1 mi from Zealandia

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 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.

A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 1.2 mi from Zealandia

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 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.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOFITEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.3 mi from Zealandia

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

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

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

5. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.3 mi from Zealandia

Shane

£78

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

6. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1.2 mi from Zealandia

Florian

£50

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

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

7. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.7 mi from Zealandia

Julian

£94

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

8. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 1.2 mi from Zealandia

Rob

£130

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

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

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.5 mi from Zealandia

Nga Tokorua

£61

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

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

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.2 mi from Zealandia

Mohammad

£65

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

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

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.3 mi from Zealandia

Rachel

£45

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

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

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.2 mi from Zealandia

Sarah

£79

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

13. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.7 mi from Zealandia

Megan

£71

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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.

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

A modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 1.4 mi from Zealandia

Angela

£105

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

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

15. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 1.9 mi from Zealandia

Stephen

£78

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

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

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

16. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.1 mi from Zealandia

Con

£70

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 modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

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

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

17. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 1 mi from Zealandia

Waimarie

£79

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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 hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

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

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Zealandia

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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1.1 mi from Zealandia

£70

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A long dining table set for a meal with various dishes, glasses, and a pool table in the background.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a motorcycle.

A bar area with multiple chandeliers, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern multi-story building with a prominent mural on the side, a traffic light, and cars passing by.

20. QT Wellington

Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 mi from Zealandia

Heiko

£116

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Zealandia

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 Zealandia Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

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"

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and friendly staff, offering great tips on where to visit and eat. Beautiful hotel, lovely decor, quiet and away from the bustle of the Central City, but close enough to walk into the CBD."

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great central spot. Large room with huge comfortable bed. Clean and tidy"

Stunning views and amazing central location

10/10 Excellent

"We had our flight cancelled and Kate looked after us. Thanks Kate."

Other attractions near Zealandia

A historic windmill exhibit with a wooden structure, glass panels, and a metal fence.

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

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A large glass conservatory surrounded by manicured gardens and a hilltop house.

Botanic Gardens

9.0/10 (620 reviews)

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

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A historic building with a central dome, large windows, and a flagpole.

Victoria University of Wellington

8.8/10 (368 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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A brick observatory with a large dome under a clear blue sky.

Carter Observatory

8.4/10 (42 reviews)

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

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Wrights Hill Fortress

You can learn about the history of Wellington with a trip to Wrights Hill Fortress.

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Kelburn Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kelburn Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Karori Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Karori Arts Centre during your stay in Wellington.

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Khandallah Park

Explore the great outdoors at Khandallah Park, a lovely green space 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 Zealandia?

Zealandia is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its beautiful island views and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 25 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Zealandia?

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Zealandia. Other good options within 5 miles include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Zealandia?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Zealandia.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Zealandia.

What can I see and do near Zealandia?

You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Carter Observatory and Museum of Wellington City and Sea. While you're exploring, swing by Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa and Parliament House to learn a bit about the area. 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 Zealandia 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. Adina CityLife Wellington

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Quest on Thorndon

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

15. Southgate Motor Inn

16. Naumi Hotel Wellington

17. Boulcott Suites

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

20. QT Wellington

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Top Zealandia Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Stunning views and amazing central location

Other attractions near Zealandia

Cable Car Museum

Botanic Gardens

Victoria University of Wellington

Carter Observatory

Wrights Hill Fortress

Kelburn Park

Karori Arts Centre

Khandallah Park

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