Hidden gem in Wellington. Great range of drinks and more cocktails than usual. Staff are friendly and helpful, ambience is welcoming and relaxing. The only downside is it's small and there are not many seats - that however is part of its charm.

I was so upset that I only found this great bar on my last night in Wellington! If I had more nights there, I would have definitely become a regular. The bar staff were brilliant and the cocktails were even better. Highly recommended!

Tucked away upstairs. Slightly hidden which makes it even better. Wonderful little place. Great vibe. Great music. Excellent drinks. Something for all tastes. Can’t wait to visit again.

I love Hawthorne- it is constantly great! I love the way it is set out warm, cosy and staff are super welcoming. Cocktails are always amazing. The cocktail list is always changing so something new each time you go!!

Difficult to find and access via 2 floors of very steep steps. Nice cosy vibe but the chairs are very uncomfortable and would benefit from more plush relaxing chairs as the current once are too upright for relaxing. There was a very poor choice of...More

Quite the surprise, not marked, locals know it well, latch on to someone if you cannot find it and don't be afraid to ask! Up a staircase and into the red velvet world of Hawthorn Lounge. A speakeasy of note. Lots of comfy lounges, cosy...More

We headed to Hawthorn early after a really disappointing dinner and it made our evening. The 2 bar staff (both women) were welcoming and knowledgeable. My companion had just come back from Portugal and there was a spirited conversation about port. A hot port drink...More