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Bolton Hotel

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed
Reception
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Residence Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington, 2094
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lambton Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, TSB Bank Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Studio, 1 King Bed

Premier Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Residence Suite | Living area

Residence Suite

  • Harbour view
  • 170 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Living room

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Wellington

With a stay at Bolton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, within a 5-minute drive of Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Central Business District. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St Andrew's on the Terrace and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Turnbull House.

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
  • TSB Bank Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sir Breadwins - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Colonial Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Angry Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel offers 137 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPads and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 137 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and iPads. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 40-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this Beaux Arts hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Artisan Dining House, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Wellington? This hotel has 750 square feet (70 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Artisan Dining House - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Artisan Cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.
24-hour room service is available.

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

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 40 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 40 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 22 2026 to May 22 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

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 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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Bolton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 702 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff. Lovely room. A great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in quiet area yet walking distance ro evrything in Central Wellington. Room was spacious and clean, with benefit of kitchen area. Staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovelybplace to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lyn, Trinity Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Dit Khiong, Auckland

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lyn, Trinity Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, great service, good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff, the room was spotlessly clean and well appointed. There was no noise at night and noisy air con.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Saskia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lovely staff. Room was spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, very well appointed suite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Sabrina

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Well equipped room. Decor a bit tatty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shyam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, incredible staff and pretty much everything that's in the listing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room. Lots of space. Perfectly clean. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynette MV

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shyam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, cozy and clean. Walkability is great and the staff were quite warm and friendly. Would recommend staying here. As for the food, I've only had breakfast and it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Valet parking was efficient
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cosy room. Clean with lovely bathroom products and a fully stocked bar fridge. Helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gill

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being on the edge of botanical garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Roslyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bolton is my go to place when visiting Wellington. It is a cut above the rest and we have tried a number of different Hotel/Motels in Wellington. The service is great, the staff are awesome and helpful and the price is very competitive compared to others . We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was kept very clean and all staff were very helpful and friendly. The only let down was the Xmas Dinner 6 course meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025