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The Martinborough Hotel

4.0 star property
Colonial hotel with a restaurant and a bar

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The Martinborough Hotel is the perfect blend of eco-friendly and luxurious. Enjoy a meal at Union Square Bistro, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby, or explore the nearby surroundings on bike rentals. With amenities like a library, garden and free self parking for your convenience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 363
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Room options

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Superior Garden Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Heritage Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Heritage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Petit Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Petit Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
The Square, Martinborough, 5711

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Road - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Muirlea Rise - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palliser Estate - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tirohana Estate - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Square Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Medici - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Martinborough Hotel

Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at The Martinborough Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Union Square Bistro, the on-site bistro. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 2 meeting rooms, a water dispenser, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 20 to 35 for adults and NZD 20 to 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Union Square Bar
  • Union Square Bistro

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1882
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 50.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 35 for adults, and NZD 20 to 35 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 50.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Hotel Martinborough
Martinborough Heritag
Martinborough Hotel
Martinborough Hotel Heritag
Peppers Hotel Martinborough
The Martinborough Hotel Hotel
The Martinborough Hotel Martinborough
The Martinborough Hotel Hotel Martinborough

Frequently asked questions

Is The Martinborough Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Martinborough Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Martinborough Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Martinborough Hotel located?

Situated in Martinborough, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cambridge Road, Muirlea Rise, and Palliser Estate. Schubert Wines and Ata Rangi Vineyard are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Martinborough Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 511 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robina

Liked: Amenities
We were comfortable- the hotel was quiet, roomy, which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally very good 'landmark' historic hotel. Pleasant staff, very helpful. Room clean & tidy. Unfortunately no breakfast available during our stay. One minor cautionary note: the shower stall requires a non-slip surface on the floor as very slippery after washing in the shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable beds and pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Beautiful Historic Hotel. Very clean with well appointed facilities, and a lovely restaurant attached. Would highly recommend!! Many thanks for the stay, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy

Enjoyed stay, close to everything needed for a cute night away
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great food and cool vibe :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desirae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Staff all do friendly. Rooms are very comfortable and clean. Great food too. So pleased we stayed here. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old verandah hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, stopped here a few times
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ged

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the hubub of village excitement -quaint shops, cafes, bars and a short trip to the vineyards. Will def be staying at The Martinborough Hotel again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing heritage building and beautiful facilities. The library room was wonderful to curl up by the fire and dream! Absolutely recommend for an amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, super comfortable beds and in the heart of town. Dinner was also beautiful at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful accommodation, excellent service and good food. We especially loved the private patio to spend time in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very central to the regions wineries. Spacious comfortable rooms. Relaxed convivial bar. The WiFi can be a little dodgy
Convivial bar 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was beautiful. Facilities were immaculate, a real pleasure. We ate at the restaurant for both dinner and breakfast, and the service/food was wonderful. A recommended stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend destination

Just ticked all the boxes for a gourmet/wine/gin/beer themed weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, comfy bed & pillows, nice decor, good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No sky or abililty to use apps on tv
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic stay at the historic Martinborough. Very large, clean, comfortable Garden Room. Great dining area, plenty another places of interest within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay for a weekend. Food and wine was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Lovely historic hotel right in the centre. Excellent staff comfortable rooms, heating was a bit difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature, lovely old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025