The Best Hotels Closest to Te Papa in Wellington 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 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, 0.9 km from Te Papa

Shelley

AED 267

AED 307 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa

Kelly

AED 391

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 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 coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

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

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Te Papa

Tamara

AED 350

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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.

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

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa

Bekah

AED 459

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2 km from Te Papa

Sarah

AED 299

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa

Norman

AED 306

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

7. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa

Florian

AED 200

AED 232 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

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.

8. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 0.4 km from Te Papa

Julian

AED 370

AED 435 total

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

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

9. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa

Anna

AED 358

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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.

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Te Papa

Rob

AED 538

AED 619 total

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

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

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

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.3 km from Te Papa

Gayle

AED 306

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa

Mohammad

AED 238

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

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

13. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.5 km from Te Papa

Tracey

AED 187

AED 219 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa

Sarah

AED 335

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.3 km from Te Papa

Jennifer

AED 303

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

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

16. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Te Papa

Con

AED 266

AED 309 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 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.

17. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.6 km from Te Papa

Glen

AED 300

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

18. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa

Waimarie

AED 332

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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.

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.

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.1 km from Te Papa

Angela

AED 401

AED 465 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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.

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

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Te Papa

AED 297

AED 342 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Te Papa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 796 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 246 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 310 reviews	View

Top Te Papa Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good

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Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was one of the most comfortable we have had in Wellington. Very clean and everything we needed.The staff had the room ready for us at 11.00am even though check in was 2.00pm. It was great to get in from the plane and not have to carry bags around the city for a couple of hours. Easy access to Uber, taxis and busses right at the door. Excellent stay. Thank you."

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Excellent location. Beds and pillows great. Bathrooms good. Spacious for 3 bed apt. Staff nice. Downsides very pricey for not having the room serviced over the day ( we were there 2 nights), having the pressure washer on the bedroom window's at 8.30 in the morning was loud and unexpected, the apartment was up a flight of stairs ( no lift access) which would have been good to know in the listing. It really is the location that makes it a good place to stay."

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, good size room, awesome brekkie with lots of different options. Only negative was that it was extremely windy when we stayed and it sounded like someone was trying to get into our room all night."

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"friendly staff, they knew all as"

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and views. Room was comfortable and had everything we needed."

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Happy with the service thanks"

QT Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"I arrived around 2am due to a late flight and the hotel was very accommodating, lovely to jump straight into a clean beautiful bed."

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"The Trekker"

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7.8/10 (6 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Te Papa?

Te Papa is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 198 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Te Papa?

Adjacent to Te Papa, Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Te Papa?

Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Te Papa.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Te Papa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Te Papa?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Te Papa, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Te Papa?

Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Carter Observatory, and Cable Car Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Te Papa hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

7. The Marion Hostel

8. Ohtel Wellington

9. Bolton Hotel

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

13. Liberty Apartment Hotel

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

15. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

16. Naumi Hotel Wellington

17. Quest on Thorndon

18. Boulcott Suites

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Top Te Papa Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Quest 256 Lambton

Adina CityLife Wellington

Rydges Wellington

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

ibis Wellington

QT Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Other attractions near Te Papa

Michael Fowler Centre

Circa Theatre

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish

Te Aro Pa

St James Theatre

City-to-Sea Bridge

Frequently asked questions