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A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
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 window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.
A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

1. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Kelly
CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.
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 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 coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

2. The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
Te Aro, 0.4 km from Te Papa
United States
Julie
CA $114
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Cobbler Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.
A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Murray
CA $187
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Sofitel Wellington
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 reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.
A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Morgan
CA $116
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

5. Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
Oriental Bay, 0.4 km from Te Papa
New Zealand
Julian
CA $149
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Ohtel 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 hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.
A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Newtown, 2 km from Te Papa
Australia
Jennifer
CA $119
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.
A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.
A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

7. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
France
Florian
CA $82
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Marion Hostel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Te Aro, 0.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Gayle
CA $114
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.
A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.
A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Te Papa
Australia
Alexander
CA $212
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.
A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

10. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Laura
CA $134
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Bolton Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.
A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

11. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
Te Aro, 0.5 km from Te Papa
Australia
Kurt
CA $80
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Liberty Apartment Hotel
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.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Sabiha
CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Adina CityLife Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.
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.
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.

13. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Wellington Waterfront, 0.1 km from Te Papa
Australia
Judy
CA $131
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.
A building with a sign indicating trading hours, a security camera, and potted plants.
A patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hedge.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

14. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Hataitai, 2.3 km from Te Papa
Australia
Jennifer
CA $121
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.
A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.
A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

15. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Te Papa
Australia
Gill
CA $147
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Boulcott Suites
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.
A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.
A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Kelly
CA $121
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A luxurious dining setup with a tiered dessert stand, elegant tableware, and a selection of beverages.
A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large decorative sculpture.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

17. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Wellington Waterfront, 0.2 km from Te Papa
Australia
Deane
CA $136
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.
A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.
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.

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Te Papa
Australia
Jo
CA $100
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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 hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

19. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
Newtown, 2.2 km from Te Papa
Australia
Colleen
CA $131
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Southgate Motor Inn
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.
A corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.
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.

20. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Te Papa
Australia
Mario
CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Te Papa

Property
Star rating
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
237 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
108 reviews
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A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
Sofitel Wellington
9.4
Exceptional
776 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
283 reviews
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A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.
Ohtel Wellington
9.4
Exceptional
376 reviews
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Top Te Papa Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent
"Not just the perfect location, the Quest 256 Lambton was perfect for our 8-day stay. The room provided everything we needed and was serviced daily. The staff were pleasant and attentive and dealt with our enquiries efficiently. I would recommend this hotel."
Lynne 5-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Quest 256 Lambton
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Room was great….huge tv …super soft bed..shower pressure was fabulous….i had a harbour view with shared balcony Staff were friendly Hotel clean and tidy in a great location ..all in all good place to stay"
Julie 5-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and central very convenient very clean and tidy well presented property"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Adina CityLife Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent
"Thankyou for returning my work clothes so quickly. I am grateful. Also thankyou for a comfortable stay."
George 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay"
Deane 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Super location and perfectly ‘lux’ for a special occasion"
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good
"The room was very clean and overall well maintained. This is an older hotel and bathroom reflects this."
Nolian 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
West Plaza Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

8/10 Good
"Great location, room was a good size for our party of 4. Very well insulated, the heated bathroom floors were a hit and the beds were very comfortable. Would definitely stay again!"
Noeline 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed my stay at Gilmer"
Deborah 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

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Michael Fowler Centre

8.6/10 (85 reviews)
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
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Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Te Aro Pa

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Te Aro Pa. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
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St James Theatre

7.8/10 (6 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at St James Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
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City-to-Sea Bridge

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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 theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 192 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Te Papa?
Adjacent to Te Papa, Oaks Wellington Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Rydges Wellington.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Te Papa?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near 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 Te Aro Pa, Parliament House, and Old St Paul's are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theater.