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

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from St. John's in the City

Lavina.

SAR 297

SAR 342 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

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

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.3 km from St. John's in the City

Kelly

SAR 372

SAR 430 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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 hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

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

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2 km from St. John's in the City

Pedro

SAR 309

SAR 355 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

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

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.3 km from St. John's in the City

Norman

SAR 299

SAR 344 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

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

5. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from St. John's in the City

Craig

SAR 473

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

6. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.3 km from St. John's in the City

Angie Kim

SAR 340

SAR 395 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 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.

7. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.1 km from St. John's in the City

Julian

SAR 422

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 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 living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.7 km from St. John's in the City

Ashley

SAR 299

SAR 344 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

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

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

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from St. John's in the City

Rob

SAR 570

SAR 655 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern bar area with a curved marble counter, red bar stools, and pendant lighting.

10. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 0.5 km from St. John's in the City

Brent

SAR 241

SAR 284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

11. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from St. John's in the City

Stephanie

SAR 301

SAR 346 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from St. John's in the City

Mark

SAR 369

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

13. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from St. John's in the City

Georgia

SAR 255

SAR 293 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 compact room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden wardrobe.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

14. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.9 km from St. John's in the City

Jennifer

SAR 309

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

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

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

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

15. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.8 km from St. John's in the City

Megan

SAR 289

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

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

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from St. John's in the City

Julie

SAR 258

SAR 297 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 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.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

17. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.2 km from St. John's in the City

chris

SAR 381

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.6 km from St. John's in the City

Angela

SAR 374

SAR 440 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A group of people dining at a table with a city view.

A modern living room with a blue patterned wall, a fireplace, and a yellow sofa.

Three children looking out a large window at a cityscape with mountains in the background.

A person standing at a reception desk with a computer and a vase of flowers.

19. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.5 km from St. John's in the City

Emma

SAR 314

SAR 361 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

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

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.5 km from St. John's in the City

Con

SAR 308

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to St. John's in the City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 807 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 251 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 316 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 294 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View

Top St. John's in the City Hotel Reviews

Rydges Wellington

8/10 Good

"Was ok not bad"

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good

"Good location, parking information unclear."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"We had an overnight stay at this hotel and loved it. The location was fabulous, reception staff were friendly and having a kitchen within our 2 bedroom accommodation was a bonus. Would certainly stay with you again"

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Great location. Very small room but adequate."

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room and Hotel were awesome, carpark not so much allocated parking but found other cars parked in it twice"

Willis Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean but carpet stained and needs replacing"

Naumi Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Awesome quirky decor in this boutique hotel.Good location but the car park was a bit of a challenge. Bar & restaurant looked great ,although we did not have a meal here."

Other attractions near St. John's in the City

A sign with the word "CUBA" in large red letters.

Cuba Street Mall

8.6/10 (3,907 reviews)

During your trip to Wellington, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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A vibrant street with colorful buildings, a playground, and a small water feature.

Bucket Fountain

Bucket Fountain is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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A modern library building with glass windows and a curved facade.

Central Library

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

After visiting Central Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Spinks Cottage

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Spinks Cottage. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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St. Peter's Anglican Church

St. Peter's Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene 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 spend time at Saint Mary of the Angels. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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 theater scene in this walkable area.

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The Opera House

8.0/10 (41 reviews)

The Opera House is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. John's in the City?

St. John's in the City is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 200 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near St. John's in the City?

Adjacent to St. John's in the City, Naumi Studio Wellington is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to St. John's in the City?

Expedia has 200 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St. John's in the City.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. John's in the City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near St. John's in the City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. John's in the City?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near St. John's in the City, click here.

What can I see and do near St. John's in the City?

Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Carter Observatory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for St. John's in the City hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

5. Sofitel Wellington

6. Bolton Hotel

7. Ohtel Wellington

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10. Naumi Studio Wellington

11. Adina CityLife Wellington

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

13. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

14. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

15. Quest on Thorndon

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

17. Boulcott Suites

18. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

19. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Compare popular hotels close to St. John's in the City

Top St. John's in the City Hotel Reviews

Rydges Wellington

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Adina CityLife Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

Naumi Hotel Wellington

Other attractions near St. John's in the City

Cuba Street Mall

Bucket Fountain

Central Library

Spinks Cottage

St. Peter's Anglican Church

Saint Mary of the Angels

Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

The Opera House

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