The Martinborough Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial hotel with free WiFi

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Front of property
Superior Garden Suite
Interior detail
Courtyard
Garden Suite

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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The Square, Martinborough, 5711
  • Place, Cambridge Road
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Palliser Estate
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ata Rangi Vineyard
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Petit Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Martinborough

In Martinborough .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Cambridge Road and Muirlea Rise. Also, Palliser Estate is within half a mile (1 km) and Schubert Wines is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Road - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Muirlea Rise - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palliser Estate - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tirohana Estate - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Square Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Medici - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Martinborough Hotel

4-star Colonial hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Martinborough Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Martinborough hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1882
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Martinborough Hotel offers 20 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 20 to 35 for adults and NZD 20 to 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 50.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 35 for adults, and NZD 20 to 35 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 50.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Hotel Martinborough
Martinborough Heritag
Martinborough Hotel
Martinborough Hotel Heritag
Peppers Hotel Martinborough
The Martinborough Hotel Hotel
The Martinborough Hotel Martinborough
The Martinborough Hotel Hotel Martinborough

The Martinborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 511 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Beautiful Historic Hotel. Very clean with well appointed facilities, and a lovely restaurant attached. Would highly recommend!! Many thanks for the stay, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy

Enjoyed stay, close to everything needed for a cute night away
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rory

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

Long Weekend

Bathroom shower had curtains and quite difficult to step in and out of bath. Restaurant not open for breakfast on Monday morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable beds and pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desirae

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Staff all do friendly. Rooms are very comfortable and clean. Great food too. So pleased we stayed here. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very central to the regions wineries. Spacious comfortable rooms. Relaxed convivial bar. The WiFi can be a little dodgy
Convivial bar 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing heritage building and beautiful facilities. The library room was wonderful to curl up by the fire and dream! Absolutely recommend for an amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Miles

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old verandah hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the hubub of village excitement -quaint shops, cafes, bars and a short trip to the vineyards. Will def be staying at The Martinborough Hotel again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great food and cool vibe :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was beautiful. Facilities were immaculate, a real pleasure. We ate at the restaurant for both dinner and breakfast, and the service/food was wonderful. A recommended stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Great

Lovely historic hotel right in the centre. Excellent staff comfortable rooms, heating was a bit difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature, lovely old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

Great weekend destination

Just ticked all the boxes for a gourmet/wine/gin/beer themed weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, stopped here a few times
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ged

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful accommodation, excellent service and good food. We especially loved the private patio to spend time in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, super comfortable beds and in the heart of town. Dinner was also beautiful at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic stay at the historic Martinborough. Very large, clean, comfortable Garden Room. Great dining area, plenty another places of interest within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025