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A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.
A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

1. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Kelly
€116
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.
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 modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

2. The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
Te Aro, 0.4 km from Te Papa
Australia
Fiona
€96
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Cobbler Hotel
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 reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Timothy
€128
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sofitel Wellington
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Newtown, 2 km from Te Papa
Canada
Rebecca
€83
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.
A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.
A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Norman
€85
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.
A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

6. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
France
Florian
€58
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Marion Hostel
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 wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

7. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
Te Aro, 0.5 km from Te Papa
Australia
Rachel
€61
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

8. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Shane
€100
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bolton Hotel
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.
A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

9. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
chris
€93
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Boulcott Suites
Pool
A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.
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

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Te Papa
Australia
Rob
€155
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Front of property
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.
A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

11. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Mohammad
€81
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Adina CityLife Wellington
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.
A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.
Exterior

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Sarah
€95
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.
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.

13. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Hataitai, 2.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Jennifer
€89
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
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 multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

14. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
Pipitea, 1.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Megan
€90
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Quest on Thorndon
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.

15. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Wellington Waterfront, 0.1 km from Te Papa
Australia
Angela
€112
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.
A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.
A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Te Papa
Australia
Julie
€75
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.
A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.
A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

17. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Nicola
€68
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

18. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
Newtown, 2.2 km from Te Papa
Australia
Stephen
€83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Southgate Motor Inn
A group of people dining at a table with a city view.
A person standing at a reception desk with a computer and a vase of flowers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view.
Three children looking out a large window at a cityscape with mountains in the background.

19. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Te Papa
Australia
Emma
€85
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
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 interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington
Te Aro, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Con
€115
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Naumi Hotel Wellington
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Compare popular hotels close to Te Papa

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
The Intrepid Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
249 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.
The Cobbler Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
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A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.
Sofitel Wellington
9.4
Exceptional
780 reviews
View
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
9.4
Exceptional
314 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
9.4
Exceptional
294 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Te Papa

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.
A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Te Aro
€81
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A long dining table set for a meal with various dishes, glasses, and a pool table in the background.
A modern multi-story building with a prominent mural on the side, a traffic light, and cars passing by.
Room
A bar area with multiple chandeliers, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

QT Wellington

QT Wellington
Te Aro
€137
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
QT Wellington
A luxurious dining setup with a tiered dessert stand, elegant tableware, and a selection of beverages.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a newspaper on the bed.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Te Aro
€107
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
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.

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Te Aro
€112
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with glasses, a TV, and a picture on the wall.
Meeting facility
Exterior
Room

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Te Aro
€75
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Oaks Wellington Hotel
A buffet with various food items and beverages, a coffee station, and a salad bar.
A spacious lobby with leather sofas, large windows with sheer curtains, and a mezzanine level with a staircase.
A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a checkered ottoman, and a bar area with beer taps.
A hotel sign with the name "WEST PLAZA HOTEL" in large, bold letters.

West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel
Te Aro
€75
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
West Plaza Hotel
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent building with a flat roof and multiple windows.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a view of the city through large windows, and a ceiling with patterned light fixtures.
A reception area with a black counter, patterned floor tiles, and two potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, a small table with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

Bay Plaza Hotel

Bay Plaza Hotel
Oriental Bay
€66
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bay Plaza Hotel
Pool
A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.
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.

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Wellington CBD
€155
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Top Te Papa Hotel Reviews

The Viv Hotel Wellington

The Viv Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Should have wine glasses in room"
Yu Fen 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Viv Hotel Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Great and quick to stadium I would stay again"
Leanne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good
"Good"
Divine Amber 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ibis Wellington
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and convenient location , clean tidy and cozy quiet too, considering how close it is to nightlife , room was nice and clean , friendly staff"
Chloe 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, comfortable and very convenientely located. Car parking is a bit tight but otherwise a great venue"
Roger 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good
"Loved the fun, whimsical decor of the hotel, my kids thought it was Willy wonkas hotel! Made it very fun and exciting. The choice dice in the room was a highlight for them too! Great comfy beds, clean and felt luxurious. Only issue was that the pool wasn't heated and nowhere was it stated online that it wasnt' a heated pool..which was a big reason we chose to stay at Naumi. If it wasn't for that it would have been a 10/10 stay. Would still choose to go back thoigh. Very cool hotel."
Tessa 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Naumi Hotel Wellington
Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Ahleum 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Quest 256 Lambton

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Michael Fowler Centre

8.6/10 (85 reviews)
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Circa Theatre

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St James Theatre

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 theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 198 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Te Papa?
Adjacent to Te Papa, Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 will I find near Te Papa?
Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Te Papa.
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 theatre.