Where to stay for an event

If you’re looking for accommodation to match the dazzling quality of live music and theatre in Wellington, then Naumi is for you. Talented New Zealand artists and designers have created a sumptuous environment full of unique interiors. 

The contemporary Naumi Hotel has 62 luxurious rooms. Located on Cuba Street it’s a short walk to most performance venues. You can take advantage of the huge collection of hospitality venues on your doorstep or check out what’s in-house. Lola Rouge serves modern Asian cuisine while The Parlour and The Atrium provide beautiful spaces to sit back with a drink from the lobby bar.

Sitting on the cusp of Oriental Parade and Courtenay Place, Ohtel is only a few minutes’ walk from Tākina, St James Theatre, and a vast array of bars and restaurants. Each of the hotel’s 10 rooms have been individually designed with unique furniture and special pieces in a mid-century style. The five-star rooms are set up for a lavish and relaxing stay with king-size beds, 42-inch smart televisions, air-conditioning and double-glazed windows. If you want some downtime Ohtel has an excellent onsite café bar called Pantry.

Housed in a fully renovated heritage-listed building, TRYP Wellington delivers clean contemporary lines while keeping true to its Art Deco era roots. Its 77 rooms have a mix of studio apartments, classic hotel rooms, and the largest luxury penthouse in central Wellington. Best of all, TRYP Wyndham is only one block east of Tākina and one block west of Courtenay Place. An abundance of excellent restaurants are at your doorstep and if the conference runs late it’s a two-minute walk back to your room. A café serves free breakfast every morning and the in-house gym is open 24 hours.

This four-star-rated seaside hotel has stunning harbour views and is still within walking distance of Courtenay Place. The multitude of bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues are just a few blocks away. Go to a show and let the tunes echo as you walk back along the waterfront to your room. Many of the 118 rooms have individual balconies so you can sit and watch the Oriental Bay cyclists, runners, strollers, and swimmers. Copthorne also boasts an award-winning restaurant. One80° Restaurant and Lounge Bar gives you a menu to match the stunning views.

Flanked by Te Papa and Tākina, QT Wellington could not be better positioned for an exhibition lover. The hotel itself is a work of art. It has an eclectic art collection covering nationally significant artists through to the curious and quirky. The fusion of art and flamboyant décor makes this five-star hotel a unique stay. The 180 rooms range from self-contained apartments to plush individualised rooms. Take high tea or breakfast at the sumptuous award-winning restaurant Hippopotamus. If you prefer the hospitality offering of Cuba Street, Courtenay Place and the surrounding side streets are a short walk away.

Experience a taste of inner-city living at the West Plaza Hotel. The 102 rooms in this four-star hotel can be configured to suit your group size. There is room to spread out and enjoy your Wellington stay. It’s also well-positioned to enjoy the night spots around the city. If you’re in town for a show or concert, then Michael Fowler Centre is opposite the hotel’s lobby. St James Theatre and The Opera House are a five-minute walk away. You’re also on the cusp of boutique shopping on Cuba, Victoria, and Willis Streets.