⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Museum of Wellington City and Sea for 2026

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

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 living room with a coffee machine, a sofa, a side table, and a bookshelf.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.3 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Karen

S$112

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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."

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, 0.9 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Kelly

S$112

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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 coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Julie

S$134

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.9 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Morgan

S$115

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

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.

5. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Murray

S$196

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

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

6. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Courtney

S$162

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.6 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Jennifer

S$125

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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 hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Florian

S$88

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

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

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

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

9. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Laura

S$140

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Ivan

S$87

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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.

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

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.1 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Alexander

S$223

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Romita

S$115

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

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

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.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.2 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Jody

S$140

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 with a chair, and a small table with a bowl of fruit.

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.

14. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Glen

S$114

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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.

15. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.3 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

S$105

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

16. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Gill

S$155

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

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

17. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.9 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Jennifer

S$128

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.7 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Judy

S$127

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

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

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 hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.3 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Mario

S$90

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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.

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.

20. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.8 km from Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Colleen

S$83

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 771 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 237 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 107 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 281 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 776 reviews	View

Top Museum of Wellington City and Sea Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean simple room. Kind staff and convenience for walk to the CBD. Parking just by the hotel."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located in Wellingtons CBD it offers you great value for money"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second stay at Doubletree in the past month. We love this hotel, which is incredibly welcoming, friendly, comfortable and convenient. The restaurant staff even recognised us and welcome us back! The parking is great, the welcome cookie delicious and the staff are very helpful and efficient. We’ll be back again soon!"

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Our travel changed a the last minute and we ended up arriving early morning instead of mid afternoon- Gem (Jen?) was so lovely and helpful. All the front desk staff were great. Such a lovely hotel, would’ve liked to have stayed longer. Good facilities (although the spa wouldn’t get warm which was a shame so couldn’t use it - and was one of the main reasons I selected this hotel! But excellent experience overall."

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast need improvement"

Novotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and well maintained property"

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great stay!"

Sofitel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Tidy and clean room, the staff is also helpful. Would come to stay again."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Wellington City and Sea?

Museum of Wellington City and Sea 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 192 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Museum of Wellington City and Sea?

Adjacent to Museum of Wellington City and Sea, 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. Other good options within a short distance include Rydges Wellington and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Museum of Wellington City and Sea?

Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of Wellington City and Sea.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Wellington City and Sea, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Museum of Wellington City and Sea.

What can I see and do near Museum of Wellington City and Sea?

Te Papa, Carter Observatory and Cable Car Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Te Aro Pa, Parliament House and Old St Paul's are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Museum of Wellington City and Sea hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

5. Sofitel Wellington

6. Ohtel Wellington

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. The Marion Hostel

9. Bolton Hotel

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

14. Quest on Thorndon

15. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

16. Boulcott Suites

17. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

20. Southgate Motor Inn

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Top Museum of Wellington City and Sea Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Adina CityLife Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Rydges Wellington

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Novotel Wellington

ibis Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

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TSB Bank Arena

Wellington Central Business District

Frank Kitts Park

Wellington Cable Car

Antrim House

Academy Galleries

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

New Zealand Portrait Gallery

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