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A conference room set up with tables in a U-shape, red office chairs, pens, note pads and water glasses with a view of a harbour outside the windows.

Willeston Conference Centre

  • Location

    11/15 Willeston Street, Wellington

  • Website

    Willeston

Willeston Conference Centre offers several flexible spaces for your business needs.

Situated in the heart of the city, Willeston Conference Centre has plenty of hotels and restaurants nearby. Major businesses and government offices are within walking distance. 

Seven modern spaces are available, with flexible event options to meet your needs. Willeston can cater to small intimate meetings, to medium-sized conferences. The dining room area is a perfect place for after-work evening cocktail functions. 

All rooms have natural light with views of the harbour, audio-visual equipment, and air conditioning units. On offer are full event management services and catering for special dietary needs. The friendly team can accommodate individual requirements and offer half-day rates for all rooms.

A big conference room set up with tables in a U shape, chairs, notepads, pens, and water glasses.

Highlights

  • Modern space with technology support for meetings and events.
  • Waterfront and harbour views enhance the venue experience.
  • Tailored services and all-day catering are available.
  • When you book a conference with Willeston, you can get a 20% discount at nearby accommodation with the Village Accommodation Group.
A conference room set up with a big table, six rolling desk chairs along opposite sides, pens, note pads, water glasses and pitchers.

Rooms available

Space Name Floor area Ceiling Height Theatre Banquet Cabaret Cocktail Classroom Boardroom
Pohutukawa 50m2 2.35 m 60 30 30   30 24
Monarch 60m2 2.35 m 70 36 36   36 28
Tussock 34m2 2.35 m 35 15 15   15 14
Monarch+ Tussock 94m2 2.35 m 120 60 60   60 44
Kauri 31m2 2.35 m 35 20 20   20 16
Moana 24m2 2.35 m 20 10 10   10 12
Koru 16m2 2.35 m   6 6   6 6
Aoraki 140m2 2.35 m 80 55 55 100 55 30
Dining room 140m2 2.35 m       100    

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