What is Thorndon like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Wellington's Thorndon neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Lambton Quay and National Library as part of your Thorndon travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Thorndon?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, WQ Wellington Quarter is the highest ranked property in Thorndon. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Thorndon?

With 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Thorndon to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wellington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Thorndon, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Thorndon.

What are the top things to see and do in Thorndon?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park, Tinakori Hill and Khandallah Park. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Lambton Quay and National Library are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Thorndon include Parliamentary Library, Parliament House and Archives New Zealand. Old St Paul's and Beehive are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wellington.

Top 10 Thorndon Hotels of 2026

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

WQ Wellington Quarter

Thorndon

Nikolay

RM320 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Motel 22

12.5 km from Thorndon

Mona

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Moana Lodge - Guest House

23.5 km from Thorndon

Elizabeth Cornelia

RM382 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

Harbour View Lodge

19.2 km from Thorndon

andrew

RM293 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Wallaceville Motor Lodge

28.5 km from Thorndon

Janet

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Feb - 26 Feb

Mana Motel

21.2 km from Thorndon

Cassandra

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Feb - 24 Feb

The Post Hotel

16.6 km from Thorndon

Peter

RM351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

16.2 km from Thorndon

Greg

RM465 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Aotea Lodge

18.3 km from Thorndon

Adrian

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Newlands Court Motel

6.2 km from Thorndon

Nick

RM472 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Best Western Wellington

Johnsonville, 6.6 km from Thorndon

Mark

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Feb - 21 Feb

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Thorndon

Theresa

RM339 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bristol Motel

27.4 km from Thorndon

Geraldine Catherine

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

5.8 km from Thorndon

Anthea

RM443 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.8 km from Thorndon

Anna

Totara Lodge

26.7 km from Thorndon

jason

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Airport Stays

Miramar, 6.1 km from Thorndon

Grant

RM502 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Silverstream Retreat

22.8 km from Thorndon

Fiona

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Mar - 19 Mar

Quest Petone

10.1 km from Thorndon

Andrew

RM351 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Thorndon

Michael

RM422 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

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Where to stay in Thorndon

Find the best Thorndon areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

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Te Papa featuring theater scenes, night scenes and modern architecture

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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Wellington which includes a city, night scenes and a bay or harbor

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

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Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

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A predawn view of the recently rebuilt Chaffers Wharf, with the CBD of Wellington behind, as seen from a small breakwater near Freyberg Pool

Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Thorndon Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Gilmore Hotel is absolutely fabulous! It’s in a great location in Wellington, with easy walking access to one of the best shopping streets along with some of the historic district areas. Staff is wonderful and the facilities have been updated and are very modern. Would highly recommend!"