The Best Hotels Closest to Botanic Gardens in Wellington - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

A modern living room with a coffee machine, a sofa, a side table, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Botanic Gardens

Shelley

₹7,685

₹8,838 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Botanic Gardens

Kelly

₹7,752

₹8,998 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.

A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

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.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 1.4 km from Botanic Gardens

Tamara

₹8,906

₹10,242 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

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

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Botanic Gardens

Morgan

₹7,904

₹9,090 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

5. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Botanic Gardens

Murray

₹12,315

₹14,162 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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 hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

6. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.9 km from Botanic Gardens

Julian

₹10,421

₹11,984 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

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.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 3 km from Botanic Gardens

Jennifer

₹8,169

₹9,394 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

8. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Botanic Gardens

Laura

₹9,666

₹11,130 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

9. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Botanic Gardens

Florian

₹5,691

₹6,545 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

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 spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Botanic Gardens

Natasha

₹14,571

₹16,757 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

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.

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.7 km from Botanic Gardens

Gayle

₹6,756

₹7,769 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Botanic Gardens

Mega

₹8,298

₹9,543 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Botanic Gardens

Alastair

₹7,948

₹9,140 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

14. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Botanic Gardens

Kurt

₹5,544

₹6,468 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

15. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Botanic Gardens

₹6,829

₹7,854 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

16. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.9 km from Botanic Gardens

Gill

₹10,244

₹11,781 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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 with a chair, and a small table with a bowl of fruit.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

17. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.5 km from Botanic Gardens

Glen

₹7,771

₹8,986 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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 modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a distant hill.

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 1.4 km from Botanic Gardens

Judy

₹9,584

₹11,051 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

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.

A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Botanic Gardens

Mario

₹6,525

₹7,504 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

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.

20. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 3.2 km from Botanic Gardens

Stephen

₹8,423

₹9,726 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Botanic Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 778 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 238 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 284 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 777 reviews	View

Top Botanic Gardens Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good

"Great staff, and extremely central. We found the rooms a little dated."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Always value for money and great location. Perfect for us, 4th time staying"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Parking very restrictive and only suitable for small vehicles Room was not serviced after first night and required 2 calls to put right. ie fresh towels etc. Breakfast was lukewarm the first morning but was excellent the second morning after telling staff and receiving complementary breakfast. Restaurant manager was proactive in addressing our concerns. Food was plentiful and presented well"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"My only grizzle was the night light by the bed that we couldn’t find how to turn off. Otherwise it was another fantastic stay ☺️"

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"Very central, quiet, clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Will stay here again."

Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, excellent location, clean and nice restaurant food"

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable room and great service."

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"Basic and small room but has everything you need in a great location. Easy to walk to shops and waterfront. Restaurant downstairs was average with both service and food not great."

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff"

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A brick observatory with a large dome under a clear blue sky.

Carter Observatory

8.4/10 (42 reviews)

Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.

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A historic windmill exhibit with a wooden structure, glass panels, and a metal fence.

Cable Car Museum

Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.

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A historic building with a central dome, large windows, and a flagpole.

Victoria University of Wellington

8.8/10 (368 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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A red cable car on a bridge with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

Wellington Cable Car

9.0/10 (1,313 reviews)

Take a ride on one of Wellington’s iconic cable cars for a great way to see the city as well as to reach the big attractions.

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Khandallah Park

Explore the great outdoors at Khandallah Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Kelburn Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kelburn Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Tinakori Hill

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Ascot Street

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Botanic Gardens?

Botanic Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 117 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Botanic Gardens?

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Botanic Gardens. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Botanic Gardens?

Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Botanic Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Botanic Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Botanic Gardens.

What can I see and do near Botanic Gardens?

You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Carter Observatory and Museum of Wellington City and Sea. Parliament House, Old St Paul's and Te Aro Pa are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Botanic Gardens. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Botanic Gardens hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

5. Sofitel Wellington

6. Ohtel Wellington

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. Bolton Hotel

9. The Marion Hostel

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. Liberty Apartment Hotel

15. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

16. Boulcott Suites

17. Quest on Thorndon

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

20. Southgate Motor Inn

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Top Botanic Gardens Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Adina CityLife Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

Bolton Hotel

Rydges Wellington

ibis Wellington

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Other attractions near Botanic Gardens

Carter Observatory

Cable Car Museum

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington Cable Car

Khandallah Park

Kelburn Park

Tinakori Hill

Ascot Street

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