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Our top choices for Kelburn hotels

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

1. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Kelburn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,805 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the breakfast is excellent!"
Australia
Jo
The price is RM291
RM335 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

2. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location."
Australia
Karen
The price is RM304
RM349 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Quest 256 Lambton

3. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Kelburn
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Great location, facilities and amenities."
Australia
Alexander
The price is RM621
RM714 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a great location"
Australia
Jody
The price is RM375
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

5. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Kelburn
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
Australia
Laura
The price is RM416
RM479 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Bolton Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

6. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Kelburn
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (776 reviews)
"Great!"
Australia
Murray
The price is RM544
RM625 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sofitel Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a laptop, and two red chairs.

7. Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Kelburn
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Easy to find, clean rooms & helpful staff. Food was excellent."
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM296
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Novotel Wellington
A modern hotel dining area with a long table set for four, a staircase with a glass railing, and a large window offering a view of the city.

8. Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"location really good, breakfast and dinner menu great, parking was easy."
Australia
Allen
The price is RM254
RM292 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
A modern building with a prominent entrance labeled "QUEST."

9. Quest on Johnston

Quest on Johnston
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Kelburn
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,352 reviews)
"Good location, Room clean, tidy and quiet. Would stay there again."
Australia
Peter
The price is RM287
RM330 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Quest on Johnston
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

10. Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington
4.5 star property
Pipitea, 1 km from Kelburn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great central place to stay"
Australia
Judith
The price is RM371
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Rydges Wellington
A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent 'Ibis Hotel' sign.

11. ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Kelburn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
Australia
Kate
The price is RM257
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
ibis Wellington
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

12. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,592 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Mario
The price is RM245
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,151 reviews)
"Centrally located in Wellingtons CBD it offers you great value for money"
Australia
Chris
The price is RM320
RM368 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Adina CityLife Wellington
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

14. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.9 km from Kelburn
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,360 reviews)
"Small but functional room. Location is great."
Australia
Gill
The price is RM429
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Boulcott Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

15. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Kelburn
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Staff were awesome clean room and cleaning staff were great to room was very nice easy place to walk to everything in CBD"
Australia
Morgan
The price is RM318
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A buffet with various food items and beverages, a coffee station, and a salad bar.

16. West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Kelburn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel, wonderful breakfast, pleasant staff. "
United States
Toby
The price is RM312
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
West Plaza Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a clean, white facade, a sign for 'Park Hotel', and a 'Fuel Espresso' shop to the left.

17. Park Hotel Lambton Quay

Park Hotel Lambton Quay
2.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Kelburn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (331 reviews)
"Great shower and very spacious studio style room."
Australia
Sophia
The price is RM250
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Park Hotel Lambton Quay
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Kelburn
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"A nice stay in town close to the night life"
Australia
bradley
The price is RM312
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Oaks Wellington Hotel
A group of people dining at a table with a city view.

19. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Kelburn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids very helpful staff."
Australia
Kerry
The price is RM374
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of buildings in the background.

20. WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter
4.0 star property
Thorndon, 1.2 km from Kelburn
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean, comfortable, and highly recommended!"
Australia
Kelvin
The price is RM300
RM345 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
WQ Wellington Quarter
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Where to stay in Kelburn

Find the best Kelburn areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

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.

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Top Kelburn Hotel Reviews

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very helpful when I had a tech issue with my phone"
Clare 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Rydges Wellington

Frequently asked questions

What is Kelburn like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Wellington's Kelburn neighbourhood. Are you looking for Kelburn travel tips? Make sure that you visit Botanic Gardens and Zealandia while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kelburn, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Kelburn.
What can I see and do in this Wellington neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Botanic Gardens, Zealandia and Kelburn Park. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Carter Observatory and Cable Car Museum are some other places worth a visit. Khandallah Park, Tinakori Hill and Ascot Street are just a few of the places to visit in and around Kelburn. When you're sightseeing in Wellington, Wellington Cable Car and Wellington Central Business District are also worth a stop.

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