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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Bolton Hotel	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 785 reviews	View
Quest 256 Lambton	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 808 reviews	View
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,804 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Crofton Downs

Find the best Crofton Downs areas and neighborhoods 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

Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car.

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

Te Aro

Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants.

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A waterfront with a boathouse, a crane, and modern buildings.

Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating 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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A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Nestled between the Hutt River and Wellington Harbour, Petone boasts a sandy beach for family swimming and a historic main street with unique businesses. Explore the Petone Settlers Museum or stroll along the Hutt River.

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

Mount Victoria

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

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Top Crofton Downs Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Good central location and also close to Wellington Train Station. Rooms very clean and tidy. Breakfast good selection and hot. Staff mixed. Bar crew fantastic. Breakfast team don't know much about customer service."

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Good location with lower level entry straight on to Lambton Quay despite reception being way up on 6th floor on Gilmer Terrace. Close to all major shops including Woolworths supermarket. Quite nice well-appointed. 2 bedroom apartment. Good heating and air conditioning. Washing machine and dryer were a bonus after several days travelling. Single drawer dishwasher (Fisher & Paykell?) did not wash cups and plates adequately on standard setting. Contents of dishwasher were still wet at end of cycle. We had to use tea towel to dry them. We hand-washed our crockery and cutlery after trying dishwasher on day 1. Rather noisy from Lambton Quay traffic - does it have double glazing? Bedroom curtains were a bit old and did not blackout all the light from Lambton Quay adequately. Access alleyway to downstairs entry was consistently dirty with rubbish floating round during our stay. Parking was a problem with parking building being at least 100 metres up the road. I generally resent parking charges - this place charged me $NZ 96.00 for 3 days parking. Temporary parking outside reception was tight- it took me a 6-point turn to back out of it."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is well managed and conveniently located in the city with good amenities in the unit. The hotel is located up the hill from the CBD, so be prepared for some steps and ramps when walking. There are also some lifts as well. The hotel parking is easy and convenient, but it is limited so be sure to book it ahead of time to ensure a spot."

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

8/10 Good

"Location was close to waterfront, Te Papa Museum, Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, short walk to Courtenay Place and handy to New World for drinks and snacks etc... Appreciated the sauna, gym, pool and spa. Valet parking was handy. Staff were friendly and had good advice on where to eat. The room was spacious, and addition of a small couch (rather than a metal chair with no cushion) to watch the sea views from would be nice. Bathroom was tight with shower and bath. Plenty counter space for all my makeup/toiletries. Room had a well equipped kitchenette with dishwasher. With all the dark wood finishes, some more lights inside wardrobe/cubbies or mirror glass would help with that. There was washer/dryer (that I could not figure out - that's a ME problem, not the hotel's fault). I could not hear any noise from rooms around me. All in all, I would happily stay here again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Crofton Downs like?

Travelers to the Crofton Downs neighborhood in Wellington will be sure to enjoy their stay.

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

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Crofton Downs.

What are the top things to see and do in Crofton Downs?

Otari-Wilton's Bush, Waiohine Gorge, and Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden are just a few of the places to visit in and around Crofton Downs. Katherine Mansfield Birthplace and Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wellington.

How can I get around Crofton Downs and the greater Wellington area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Wellington Crofton Downs Station.

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1. Bolton Hotel

2. Sofitel Wellington

3. WQ Wellington Quarter

4. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

5. Rydges Wellington

6. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

7. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

8. Quest 256 Lambton

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10. Boulcott Suites

11. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

12. Travelodge Hotel Wellington

13. Novotel Wellington

14. Quest on Thorndon

15. Rydges Wellington Airport

16. ibis Wellington

17. The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

18. Adina CityLife Wellington

19. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

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Where to stay in Crofton Downs

Wellington CBD

Te Aro

Wellington Waterfront

Petone

Mount Victoria

Top Crofton Downs Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wellington

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