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Sofitel Wellington
5 stars

Sofitel Wellington

11 Bolton Street, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand
See location+64 4472 2001
From
C$ 190
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 983 reviews
983 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
C$ 190
Superior Room
C$ 203
Queen room
C$ 245

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Located close to Wellington Railway Station, Sofitel Wellington provides guests with a convenient base when in Wellington. It is moments from Bolton Street Memorial Park, eateries and nightlife options.

There are a range of facilities available to those staying at the hotel, such as a 24-hour reception, valet parking and meeting facilities. A fitness center can be readily accessed by those wanting to keep up their exercise regimes while travelling.

The rooms at Sofitel Wellington offer a mini bar and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. They are also equipped with a refrigerator and a hair dryer.

Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay nearby when looking for a bite to eat.

Sofitel Wellington is less than a 20-minute drive from Wellington International Airport and Wellington Cable Car is a brief stroll away. Wellington Cathedral of St Paul, as well as Lambton Quay Cable Car Station, are within a 10-minute walk.

Rating
8.6
Very good
Based on 983 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Sofitel Wellington

Thu 24/4
Fri 25/4
Classic room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Luxury Room
1 king bed
1 king bed
Queen room
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Executive room
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Superior Room
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Sofitel Wellington

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden

Things to do

  • Beach access

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Sofitel Wellington

8.6
Very good
983 verified ratings
Wonderful
597
Very good
178
Good
93
Okay
48
Fair
29
Mediocre
16
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests had mixed experiences at the hotel. While many appreciated the good location and the friendly staff, a significant number expressed disappointment with the service quality, particularly in the restaurant and room service. Cleanliness and the quality of amenities, especially breakfast, were also highlighted as areas needing improvement.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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Location

11 Bolton Street, Wellington 6011

What's nearby

  • Lambton Quay208 m
  • New Zealand Parliament Buildings258 m
  • Sacred Heart Cathedral332 m
  • Wellington Cathedral of St Paul0.4 km
  • National Library0.4 km
  • Wellington Cable Car0.5 km
  • City to Sea Bridge1.1 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre1.1 km
  • Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Museum1.1 km
  • Westpac Stadium1.2 km
  • Victoria University of Wellington1.3 km
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa1.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sofitel Wellington

Low season

February

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 391

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 215
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 43% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Sofitel Wellington

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sofitel Wellington

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sofitel Wellington, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and September.
  • How long should you stay at Sofitel Wellington? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Sofitel Wellington

  • Where is Sofitel Wellington located?

    Sofitel Wellington is located at 11 Bolton Street in Wellington Central, 0.8 km from the centre of Wellington. Lambton Quay is the closest landmark to Sofitel Wellington.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sofitel Wellington?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Sofitel Wellington.

  • Does Sofitel Wellington offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sofitel Wellington offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Sofitel Wellington from the airport?

    Sofitel Wellington is 5.6 km from Wellington. Sofitel Wellington is 45.9 km from Paraparaumu.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sofitel Wellington hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sofitel Wellington in Wellington and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sofitel Wellington and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sofitel Wellington.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to downtown

0.8 km

Nearest Airport

Wellington

Distance to airport

6.0 km