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Bolton Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Property amenity
Indoor spa tub
Residence Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPad
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
The Bolton Hotel in Wellington CBD welcomes visitors with a cozy fireplace and rejuvenating sauna. Enjoy the indoor pool and meals at Artisan Dining House from breakfast to dinner, including kids' options. Guests appreciate free in-room WiFi, plus access to the bar and gym.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Residence Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPad

Residence Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 170 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Living room | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPad

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington, 2094

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Te Papa - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cuba Street Mall - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sky Stadium - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 8 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Concorde Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noah's Ark Teahouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bethel Woods - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee 32 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bolton Hotel

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Te Papa
At Bolton Hotel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Artisan Dining House, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and 3 meeting rooms
  • Concierge services, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 137 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like iPads and pillow menus. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, childcare services, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 40 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 40 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 25 to 35 for adults and NZD 25 to 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Artisan Cafe
  • Artisan Dining House

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 750 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 2005
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPad

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 21 2026 to April 21 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 35 for adults, and NZD 25 to 35 for children
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 40 per day
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 40 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Bolton Hotel
Bolton Hotel Wellington
Bolton Wellington
Hotel Bolton
Bolton Hotel Hotel
Bolton Hotel Wellington
Bolton Hotel Hotel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

Does Bolton Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Bolton Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bolton Hotel?

Valet parking is available for NZD 40 per day. Extended parking is available for NZD 40 per night.

What time is check-in at Bolton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bolton Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bolton Hotel located?

This family-friendly Wellington hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of St Andrew's on the Terrace and Te Papa. Lambton Quay and Turnbull House are just steps away. Wellington Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Bolton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful team, and suite had everything we needed, plus good location near lots of good dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jitya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room for family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riva

Liked: Amenities
Staff are really accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My cousin and I traveled to Wellington for WOW. We were very close to everything we needed. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Definitely coming back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Checkout wasn’t that pleasant as we had to wait in the lobby until someone checked the room before getting our deposit back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the room, the spa and sauna and the yummy food with very nice, professional and reassuring staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area for walking, staff made excellent suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast; high quality cafe in lobby. Chess board and sitting area in lobby. Great pool and spa with tons of pool toys for the kids. Above, super kind staff made everything comfortable and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really loved this place - very nice and comfortable - a perfect place to stay in downtown Wellington. We enjoyed walking to restaurants and shops and through the botanical gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfort of room, choice of menu, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Amenities
Lovely place to stay, walkable to town and great facilities with sauna, pool and spa! Throughly enjoyed our weekend away!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to waking and exploring the Botanical Garden and Bolton cemetery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bolton is located in the central city so it’s close to everything. The valet parking is a very useful service. Lovely hotel with very courteous and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a convenient location. Able to walk to eateries, shops etc. Good size room with everything we needed for our Three night stay in Wellington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bolton is a very central location to stay and is a lovely smaller hotel with great service from the team and a quiet bar and restaurant on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Staff were excellent. I'd stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at the Bolton multiple times a year and always have a fantastic stay. The rooms and food are great, but it’s the staff and the way they always make our family feel at home that keeps us coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and pool but no safe and tiny robe in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay, and good to be back after a couple of years!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was a okay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Overnighter

Great location, easy to find, easy to park, welcome on arrival, nice big room overlooking the gardens and central location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the similar pricing this is by far the best 5 star hotel in NZ we have stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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