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Sofitel Wellington

Property class: 5 and above

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A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
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Exterior
A modern lounge area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a glass partition.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec

Explore the area

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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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Club lounge access

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

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Club lounge access

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Club Access)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a telephone, and a lamp.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Club Access)

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table with a lamp, phone, and notepad. There are framed botanical prints on the wall.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Wellington

A luxury stay in Wellington awaits you at Sofitel Wellington. You'll be within steps of New Zealand Parliament Buildings and within a short 5-minute stroll of Lambton Quay. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Jardin Grill, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 4 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Wellington CBD hotel include Botanic Gardens and St Paul's Cathedral.

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
  • Botanic Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Papa - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Angry Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bethel Woods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mojo Aurora - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dilly Dally - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Wellington

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre 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 centre, 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
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sofitel Wellington offers 129 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Wellington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and a hairdryer. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 65 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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

Restaurants on site

  • Jardin Grill

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Minors may not be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests may be required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Restaurant

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.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: from approximately NZD 52 per person
  • 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • One child aged 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sofitel Wellington?

Sofitel Wellington offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Wellington?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Wellington on 6 Dec 2026 start from NZ$255, including 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.

Is parking available at Sofitel Wellington?

Yep, Sofitel Wellington has secured covered valet parking for NZD 65 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Sofitel Wellington?

The closest beach to Sofitel Wellington is Oriental Bay Beach (2 km).

What makes Sofitel Wellington a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sofitel Wellington.

Does Sofitel Wellington serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sofitel Wellington?

No, Sofitel Wellington does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sofitel Wellington?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Monday.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sofitel Wellington?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sofitel Wellington?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sofitel Wellington Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 582 out of 785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 785 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean tidy restaurant fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and awesome staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay! Great room, a little out the way in terms of location but not bad. Breakfast was really great even a mimosa available as part of it so that was a nice little extra treat as my husband and I were having a weekend away for our anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming staff, easy check in, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Comfortable. Clean and stylish rooms. Excellent breakfast spread and nice lobby bar. Friendly helpful staff. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great food and room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best experience in all my travels, hands down! Being selected as "Guest of the day" was amazing, two room upgrades and access to the lounge. The hotel was lovely, the gym top notch and the restaurant excellent. Overall, perfection. Will definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was DELICIOUS- lots of yummy stuff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service, friendly staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, superb service and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and superb property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service, and a great room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular breakfast. Confortable rooms and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel. Fantastic staff and delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice hotel. Lots to do around the area. Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, amenities and cleanliness. Beautiful decor. Not noisy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very comfortable here. I missed having bottles of water in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, food, service and rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay clean and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025