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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Wellington, New Zealand

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Rebuilt in 2014, Quest on Thorndon offers art deco-style apartments with free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests receive free access to the CityFitness gym located next to the property.

Quest on Thorndon Apartments are located in the government district of Thorndon, just 2 minutes' walk from Sky Stadium and Central Station. It is one of the closest accommodation options from the Interisland Ferry Terminal, just 8 km away.

Spent only 8 hours so can't say much

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8.6
Fabulous
1,149 reviews
Price from
Rs. 8,296
per night

Just 5 minutes' walk from Cuba Street's bars and restaurants, Capital View Motor Inn offers self-contained apartments with views of the harbor and Wellington city. Guests enjoy free onsite parking and unlimited free WiFi. Guests can watch all Rugby World Cup matches free and live on site.

Very spacious and clean, great location, kind staff

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8.4
Very good
1,393 reviews
Price from
Rs. 8,447
per night

Featuring stunning views of Wellington’s beautiful harbour, the Hippopotamus Restaurant & Bar specializes in French fusion dishes. 24-hour room service is provided. Hot Sauce serves Asian-inspired fare and cool cocktails evenings Tuesday to Sunday.

The hotel has a stunning art collection, breakfast is delicious and the staff is very nice and helpful.

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8.1
Very good
1,385 reviews
Price from
Rs. 9,359
per night

Centrally located in Wellington, Boulcott Suites is a unique luxury apartment hotel featuring a selection of stylish accommodation from studios to four-bedroom townhouses. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

Each apartment or townhouse boasts a fully equipped kitchen including an oven and dishwasher, as well as full laundry facilities and a living space. A Nespresso coffee machine is also provided as well as pillow menus to allow guests a personal choice. The North tower rooms at Boulcott Suites offer large windows overlooking the city.

Location and lots of room and clean.

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8.4
Very good
3,968 reviews
Price from
Rs. 11,026
per night

Just 5 minutes' walk from the waterfront, Gilmer Apartment Hotel offers accommodation with a kitchenette including a refrigerator, stove and microwave. Westpac Trust Stadium and Te Papa National Museum are each 15-minute walk away. Free WiFi is provided.

Was very nice an convenient to go places

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8.3
Very good
1,485 reviews
Price from
Rs. 7,491
per night

Astelia Apartment Hotel is located centrally in Wellington and offers a choice of spacious studio style or open plan one-bedroom apartments. It is situated in the shopping quarter of Willis Street, just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Wellington.

A convenient place in town to recover from jet lag.

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8
Very good
1,870 reviews
Price from
Rs. 9,077
per night

Naumi Hotel Wellington, a sensory dreamland where you can stay high and get low on Wellington’s electric Cuba Street.

Play, nestle, indulge and colour outside the lines at our boutique hotel’s carefully crafted and designed rooms.

Big room, bed was comfy, liked the snacks in the room

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8.7
Fabulous
1,375 reviews
Price from
Rs. 9,553
per night

Naumi Studio Wellington is centrally located on Cuba Street, with funky cafes, lively bars, art galleries, restaurants and shopping areas all within walking distance. Te Papa Museum is less than a mile from the hotel. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Wellington Airport.

Such a beautiful ambience and staff. Most comfy pillows and bedding. Nice bathroom. Snacks were great. Bar and staff were fab definitely will be back . Loved loved it

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8
Very good
4,709 reviews
Price from
Rs. 6,838
per night

Located on the corner of Hunter Street and Lambton Quay in Wellington's CBD, these harbourside apartments each offer laundry facilities and a kitchen or kitchenette.

Quest Wellington is 5 minutes' walk from Queens Wharf Harbour Ferry Terminal and 10 minutes' walk from Wellington Railway Station.

Amazing young lady on the front desk, who gave us a very early check in. Thank you. The unit was fantastic, roomy, with comfortable chairs to watch tv or read in. Dining table and chairs to have our meal. We will stay again.

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8
Very good
1,799 reviews
Price from
Rs. 6,788
per night

QT Wellington offers a fusion of luxurious art, technology and indulgence. It boasts an eclectic collection of New Zealand art and features a fitness centre.

Each of the rooms at QT Wellington include abstract lines and playful patterns. Surrounded by urban hills, the rooms include satellite TV, a private bathroom with hairdryer and ironing facilities. Some rooms feature harbour views.

This is a gorgeous hotel right across from the Te Papa Museum in downtown Wellington! The artwork in the lobby and public areas was spectacular and really fun to explore. Our room was beautiful with an exceptional bathroom and amazing shower! We enjoyed the indoor pool and hot tub and found them quite relaxing on a rainy day in Wellington.

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8.1
Very good
2,434 reviews
Price from
Rs. 10,206
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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    8.6
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    9.1
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    8.7
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    8.9
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    8.0
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