Sofitel Wellington

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

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.

A modern building entrance with a water feature in the foreground, a covered walkway, and a view into the building.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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11 Bolton Street, Wellington, 6011

Place, Wellington Central Business District
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Lambton Quay
‪2 min walk‬
Place, New Zealand Parliament Buildings
‪2 min walk‬
Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
‪17 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and framed artwork on the wall.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

City view
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a minibar.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

City view
28 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

City view
28 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

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

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent

City view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

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

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access

Very good

City view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a suitcase, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Club Access)

City view
32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible)

Wonderful

City view
20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

About the area

Wellington

Wellington CBD stay.A stay at this Wellington CBD hotel places you steps from New Zealand Parliament Buildings and within a 5-minute walk of Lambton Quay. Botanic Gardens and St Paul's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Lambton Quay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
New Zealand Parliament Buildings - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Wellington Cable Car - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
TSB Bank Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Wellington Station - 7 min walk
Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mojo Featherston - ‬7 min walk
D4
The Thistle Inn
‪The Old Bailey - ‬3 min walk
‪Angry Ramen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Wellington

5-star luxury hotel near Lambton Quay

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 4 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Sofitel Wellington. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Wellington hotel is smoke free.

1 building

129 guestrooms or units

13 levels

Built in 2016

Charging station for electric cars

Conference center

Business facilities

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-out

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Concierge

Wedding services available

Garden

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Bellhop

Elevator

No smoking on site

Water dispenser

Bar or lounge

Coffee shop

Dining venue

Sofitel Wellington offers 129 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Wellington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Restaurant

CA $243 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Property amenities

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 65 per night)

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NZD 52 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Things to do

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

48-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday:

Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80 per night.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 52 per person
Covered valet parking fee: NZD 65 per night
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80 per night

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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

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, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sofitel Wellington to the airport?

Sofitel Wellington is 5.7 mi (18-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Wellington?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Wellington on Aug 21, 2026 start from CA $185, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sofitel Wellington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sofitel Wellington.

How close is Sofitel Wellington to the beach?

This hotel is 1.7 mi (7-min drive) from Oriental Bay Beach and 6.3 mi (21-min drive) from Island Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sofitel Wellington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sofitel Wellington, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 52 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sofitel Wellington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sofitel Wellington?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sofitel Wellington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 65 per night.

Does Sofitel Wellington have a pool?

Sofitel Wellington does not have a pool.

Does Sofitel Wellington have a restaurant?

Sofitel Wellington is home to Jardin Grill, which features international cuisine.

Does Sofitel Wellington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sofitel Wellington to downtown Wellington?

Sofitel Wellington is 0.5 mi away from Wellington.

Sofitel Wellington Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Nov 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Attentive staff and room was clean with all amenities required for a short stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible)

About the area

Wellington

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Sofitel Wellington

Similar properties

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Renovations and closures

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property class

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

Sofitel Wellington Reviews

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Craig

10/10 Excellent

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Adriana

10/10 Excellent

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Mary

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