⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Victoria University of Wellington for 2026

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

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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.

1. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.7 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Kelly

S$117

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 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.

2. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Julie

S$121

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 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 reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

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

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Morgan

S$122

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from Victoria University of Wellington

S$197

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

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

5. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.4 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Julian

S$157

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 two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

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.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.3 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Jennifer

S$126

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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 rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

7. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 0.9 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Florian

S$88

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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

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

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

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Gayle

S$121

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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, 1.1 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Laura

S$144

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

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

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

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Alexander

S$223

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.9 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Kurt

S$86

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Kelly

S$128

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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.

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

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Sabiha

S$116

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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 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.

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.9 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Judy

S$140

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

15. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Gill

S$155

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

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

16. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.7 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Glen

S$117

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

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

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.

17. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.5 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Colleen

S$140

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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

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.

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Mario

S$102

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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.

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Victoria University of Wellington

S$105

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A luxurious dining setup with a tiered dessert stand, elegant tableware, and a selection of beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a newspaper on the bed.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

20. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Wellington Waterfront, 1.1 km from Victoria University of Wellington

Deane

S$144

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Victoria University of Wellington

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 237 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 777 reviews	View
Ohtel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 376 reviews	View

Top Victoria University of Wellington Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was in good order and the staff very helpful.. Breakfast is a bit steep but in line with everyone else… There’s a brilliant breakfast place less than 1 min walk which was amazing and quite a bit cheaper, I would hands down recommend breakfast there. Good location for cable car to the botanical gardens and the rest of wellington. I’ve stayed a few times now and it’s always an enjoyable stay"

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Not just the perfect location, the Quest 256 Lambton was perfect for our 8-day stay. The room provided everything we needed and was serviced daily. The staff were pleasant and attentive and dealt with our enquiries efficiently. I would recommend this hotel."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and central very convenient very clean and tidy well presented property"

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Thankyou for returning my work clothes so quickly. I am grateful. Also thankyou for a comfortable stay."

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Super location and perfectly ‘lux’ for a special occasion"

West Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean and overall well maintained. This is an older hotel and bathroom reflects this."

Boulcott Suites

8/10 Good

"This was our favorite place to stay on our trip because each room had two separate bedrooms with doors, two bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a dining table, a washer and dryer in the room, and was within walking distance of many eateries and the cable car. Josie was very helpful with check-in. We would definitely stay here again if we go to Wellington in the future."

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

8/10 Good

"Great location, room was a good size for our party of 4. Very well insulated, the heated bathroom floors were a hit and the beds were very comfortable. Would definitely stay again!"

Other attractions near Victoria University of Wellington

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

Cable Car Museum

Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.

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A historic building with a balcony and columns, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.

Antrim House

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a visit to Antrim House. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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)

Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.

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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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Saint Mary of the Angels

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Wellington when you take a trip to Saint Mary of the Angels. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

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St. John's in the City

You can find out about the history of Wellington when you stop by St. John's in the City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Spinks Cottage

Find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Spinks Cottage. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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St. Peter's Anglican Church

St. Peter's Anglican 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Victoria University of Wellington?

Victoria University of Wellington is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 185 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Victoria University of Wellington?

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 just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Victoria University of Wellington. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Victoria University of Wellington?

Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Victoria University of Wellington.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Victoria University of Wellington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given 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 top deals close to Victoria University of Wellington.

What can I see and do near Victoria University of Wellington?

Te Papa, Carter Observatory and Museum of Wellington City and Sea feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Te Aro Pa, Parliament House and Old St Paul's are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Circa Theatre.

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Our top choices for Victoria University of Wellington hotels

1. The Intrepid Hotel

2. The Cobbler Hotel

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Ohtel Wellington

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

7. The Marion Hostel

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

9. Bolton Hotel

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

15. Boulcott Suites

16. Quest on Thorndon

17. Southgate Motor Inn

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

19. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

20. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Compare popular hotels close to Victoria University of Wellington

Top Victoria University of Wellington Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

Adina CityLife Wellington

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

West Plaza Hotel

Boulcott Suites

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Other attractions near Victoria University of Wellington

Cable Car Museum

Antrim House

Carter Observatory

Kelburn Park

Saint Mary of the Angels

St. John's in the City

Spinks Cottage

St. Peter's Anglican Church

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