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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 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.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

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

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Central Library

Lavina.

Rp1.277.439

Rp1.469.101 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.5 km from Central Library

Kelly

Rp2.074.108

Rp2.385.224 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

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

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.4 km from Central Library

Fiona

Rp2.159.912

Rp2.483.899 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Central Library

Timothy

Rp2.259.378

Rp2.598.285 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.5 km from Central Library

Norman

Rp1.507.138

Rp1.733.209 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.2 km from Central Library

Pedro

Rp1.475.241

Rp1.696.527 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 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

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Central Library

Florian

Rp992.354

Rp1.141.207 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Central Library

Rachel

Rp1.083.703

Rp1.246.259 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

9. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 0.9 km from Central Library

Julian

Rp2.121.157

Rp2.439.331 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

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

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

10. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Central Library

Nga Tokorua

Rp1.427.395

Rp1.641.504 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.4 km from Central Library

Rob

Rp2.720.114

Rp3.128.131 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

12. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Central Library

Shane

Rp1.763.165

Rp2.027.681 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

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

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

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.4 km from Central Library

Mohammad

Rp1.435.370

Rp1.650.675 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A hotel room with a dark wooden door, a framed artwork on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a notebook.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Central Library

Mark

Rp1.672.205

Rp1.923.036 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A round table with a floral centerpiece, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a decorative wall with arched windows.

15. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Central Library

Brent

Rp1.355.627

Rp1.558.971 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 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.

16. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.8 km from Central Library

Jennifer

Rp1.567.424

Rp1.802.538 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

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

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.

17. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.4 km from Central Library

Angela

Rp2.102.639

Rp2.418.035 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.4 km from Central Library

Nicola

Rp1.278.764

Rp1.470.629 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 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.

19. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.2 km from Central Library

chris

Rp1.818.135

Rp2.090.855 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 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.

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Central Library

Julie

Rp1.320.185

Rp1.518.213 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Library

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 806 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 249 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 110 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 294 reviews	View

Top Central Library Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"Shower put water everywhere in bathroom and street noise was a little load apart from that was gd"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and beautiful rooms. Bed was incredibly comfy. Pillows too. Easy access to car park next door - park in Wilson’s HSBC tower car park for direct door through to hotel. Disappointed that no decent coffee in the room. Some small issues with lifts not working and room key not working whilst we stayed."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and tidy hotel close to the city"

West Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very handy to the CBD. There is parking (by plate) at the rear of the property - go to the end of the shared space."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was wonderful"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Older style hotel in good location - not good if you have a big car 🚗 car parking is awful - handy location - don’t forget they charge extra for parking"

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, comfy room. Great service from staff, worth what you pay for."

Naumi Studio Wellington

8/10 Good

"It is as funky as the photos! Everything we needed, with some fun not just a white room. Not that sound proof but that's an old building fur you. Great location and super friendly staff"

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Good location, good facilities, needs a facelight though"

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City Gallery Wellington

8.4/10 (30 reviews)

Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.

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A plaza with modern buildings, a large sculpture, and a clear blue sky.

Civic Square

8.6/10 (360 reviews)

Relax outdoors in the center of Wellington, surrounded by public artworks and some of the city’s most iconic buildings.

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A large, historic building with classical architecture, a modern glass structure, and a flagpole with multiple flags.

Wellington Town Hall

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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A modern building with a glass facade and a curved roof, surrounded by a grassy area with colorful bean bags and a white picket fence.

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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A city park with a playground, trees, and modern buildings in the background.

Frank Kitts Park

8.4/10 (108 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

8.4/10 (25 reviews)

After visiting Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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City-to-Sea Bridge

8.8/10 (25 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Wellington when you take a trip to City-to-Sea Bridge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Saint Mary of the Angels

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Wellington when you take a trip to Saint Mary of the Angels. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Library?

Central Library 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 203 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Central Library?

Adjacent to Central Library, Gilmer Apartment Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

How many hotels are there near Central Library?

Expedia has 203 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Central Library.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Central Library.

What can I see and do near Central Library?

Study the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea or Carter Observatory. Sights like Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa and Parliament House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Central Library hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

7. The Marion Hostel

8. Liberty Apartment Hotel

9. Ohtel Wellington

10. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

11. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

12. Bolton Hotel

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

15. Naumi Studio Wellington

16. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

17. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

19. Boulcott Suites

20. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Top Central Library Hotel Reviews

Quest 256 Lambton

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

West Plaza Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

ibis Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

Other attractions near Central Library

City Gallery Wellington

Civic Square

Wellington Town Hall

Michael Fowler Centre

Frank Kitts Park

Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

City-to-Sea Bridge

Saint Mary of the Angels

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