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Exterior view of the InterContinental Hotel on the corner of Grey Street and Customhouse Quay.

InterContinental Wellington

Adjacent to the Wellington waterfront and in the heart of the central business district, this hotel offers state-of-the-art technology, unique catering options, and diverse meeting spaces.

Drawing on the experience of its global brand, InterContinental Wellington is designed to inspire delegates and drive results.

Mix business and pleasure with Wellington’s largest collection of hotel facilities and seamless personalised service. From the award-winning concierge team to the views and flexible meeting spaces, this five-star hotel will make your event or stay in Wellington memorable.

The classic conference floor of the InterContinental is undergoing a refurbishment in 2025. During this period, there are five exclusive function rooms set high above Wellington's vibrant cityscape, named The Tower Collection. The hotel remains fully operational, and the classic conference spaces will be available again in 2026.

Highlights

  • Located close to the Wellington waterfront.
  • A pre-function area and nine flexible meeting rooms, including Wellington’s largest pillarless ballroom, accommodating events for up to 400 people.
  • Awarded Oceania’s Leading Conference Hotel at the World Travel Awards for four years running (2017 to 2022).
  • GPO is an on-site restaurant, while Two Grey is the on-site café and bar. There is also The Lobby Lounge for small meals, cocktails, and high tea.
  • 236 guest rooms.
The Club InterContinental Lounge has views of Wellington Harbour, soft couches, and a fireplace.

The Tower Collection, available April to December 2025

Spaces Floor area Cabaret Theatre Boardroom Banquet
Kēreru 70m2 32 40 22 40
Weka 54m2 24 35 15 30
Tūī 34m2     12  
Kea 14m2     6  
Pūkeko 172m2 96 120   120

Classic venues, available 2026

Spaces Floor area Ceiling height Theatre Classroom Boardroom U-shape Banquet Cabaret Cocktail
Lambton Room 290m² 3.8m 350 150 90 90 200 168 350
Thorndon Room 40m² 2.9m 25 16 16 13 20 16 20
Aurora Room 37m² 2.9m     12   12    
Rosanna Room 80m² 2.9m 60 25 20 25 40 32 70
Featherston Room 108m² 3.0m 100 50 40 30 70 56 110
Wellington Room 74m² 2.9m 50 25 20 20 40 32 50
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