Bolton Hotel
12 Bolton Street Lambton CBD, Wellington 6011 New Zealand
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2023 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best
As Wellington's premier independent hotel, Bolton Hotel offers personalised service and boutique-style in the heart of the capital. From cosy studios to spacious apartment-style one and two-bedroom suites, guests enjoy exceptional amenities including the indoor heated lap pool, sauna and spa pool, complimentary high speed WiFi, a bustling lobby café and the outstanding on-site restaurant Artisan. Situated in the heart of the CBD, the highlights of Wellington’s eclectic shopping and constantly-evolving food and beverage scene can be found just steps away. After exploring downtown’s colourful streets, guests can retreat to their suite and unwind while taking in a sunset view over the green, expansive Thorndon Hills or the Wellington cityscape.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Car park
Wifi
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
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Grade: 96 out of 100
106Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
24Attractionswithin 0.5 km
12 Bolton Street Lambton CBD, Wellington 6011 New Zealand
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Bolton Hotel in Wellington was definitely a good find. The hallway looked and felt dated, but the full-functioning apartment was spacious, comfortable and felt quite homey. The ladies at the reception were pleasant, friendly and helpful. The location was strategic, within close walking distance to the waterfront, restaurants and shops in the business district. The free parking at the hotel was full so we had to park in the parking building across the street. It was still quite convenient, but we did have to pay for parking. Overall it was a bit pricey, but we enjoyed the experience of staying here so we felt it was worth it.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This hotel is alright - I'd recommend it if you just need a place to crash, but it's lacking in amenities though it is comfortable enough. The biggest headache here is parking. They recommend pre-booking valet parking ($$$) and if you don't, it will likely be full when you arrive. Their suggestions? Try to find street parking (good luck) or use the garage across the way, which features the tiniest spots known to man. Otherwise, this is a very basic hotel, but is in a nice walkable location to many things in Wellington, including Parliament, farmers markets, restaurants, etc.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay with us. We appreciate your feedback and would like to address some of the points you raised to ensure a more enjoyable experience for future guests. We are delighted to hear that you found our hotel's location convenient, with its proximity to Wellington's key attractions such as Parliament, farmers markets, and restaurants. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and walkable environment for our guests to explore the city. Regarding the amenities, we regret to hear that you found them lacking. We take pride in offering a variety of facilities, including a pool, fitness center, spa pool, sauna, and an in-house restaurant. Additionally, our suites are equipped with full kitchens, washer dryers, and living rooms to enhance the overall stay experience. We understand that parking can be challenging, especially for larger vehicles. To address this concern, we do recommend pre-booking our valet parking service at $40 per night. Our small footprint limits on-site parking availability, and we strive to inform our guests of this in advance through confirmation emails and pre-arrival messages to facilitate a smooth check-in process. For those with larger vehicles, we suggest the adjacent car park, which offers spaces for larger SUVs. While we acknowledge that particularly large cars may need to use on-street parking or the nearby open-air public car park, we are constantly working toimprove the suggestions for the parking for all our guests. We appreciate your understanding and hope that, despite the parking challenges, you were able to enjoy the comfort and convenience our hotel strives to provide. We value your feedback and look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable stay in the future. Best regards,
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The Bolton hotel was by far the best value we had on our entire trip in New Zealand. It was also the nicest place we stayed, and many were rated better. The bedding was incredibly comfortable, the bathroom was very clean, and our room had a washing machine in it, which was particularly helpful. In addition, the staff was tremendous, and the restaurant was surprisingly good for a “hotel” restaurant.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Good Morning, Many thanks for choosing Bolton Hotel while you were in Wellington. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay and fantastic to hear we topped your list of NZ hotels! We hope to welcome you back should you return to Aotearoa! Warm regards, Paul
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The Bolton is a New Zealand owned hotel that Ive been going to for years, for work and pleasure. The team have a genuinely kiwi friendly and focussed service style. and the rooms are perfect. Its also in a perfect central spot , which is easy to navigate to either by car or via public tranpsort.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 1 week ago
Good Morning, Thank you so much for your kind words, it's brilliant to hear that we're still your hotel of choice in Wellington! We look forward to welcoming you back very soon! Warm regards, Paul
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Love the Bolton, stay here when I visit Wellington. Beautiful quiet Boutique Hotel, staff amazing, spacious rooms, lovely restaurant and Food. I would highly recommend staying at the Bolton Hotel. :-)
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Good Morning, Many thanks for your review, it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back very soon! Warm regards, Paul
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Pure luxury. We booked a Dinner, Sleep, Breakfast package and it was lush! Very spacious suite with huge bathroom and comfortable, functional living area. Checked in at 330 and made use of the spa and swimming pool before dressing for a fab dinner in house at Artisan. Very relaxing and wonderful food. Then a peaceful nights sleep, before a hot buffet breakfast and a late check-out! Couldn't have asked for more, good value for money for a staycation.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Good Morning, Thank you so much for your review, it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed our Dinner, Bed and Breakfast package. We've only recently reintroduced this package after almost three years! It's fantastic to hear you enjoyed it as one of the first guests to book it! We hope to welcome you back again very soon! Warm regards, Paul
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Very comfortable bed. Breakfast is Fantastic! Staff are very lovely and friendly. The bathrooms are very spacious. Kitchen is always clean. I recommend Bolton Hotel Wellington the BEST short stay EVER :)
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Good Morning, Many thanks for choosing Bolton Hotel for your recent trip to Wellington. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and the suite was a hit! We hope to welcome you back when you next visit the capital. Warm regards, Paul
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Probably one of the most enjoyable rooms we've stayed in for ages. Location is central and amazing (200m from the Beehive) and the room facilities were everything you want and need and done really well. It doesn't set out to be uber stylish but instead anticipates everything a traveller needs and does it brilliantly. Loads of space for cases, lovely views over botanic gardens, huge tv with all the channels, self catering kitchenette is excellently equipped if you're sick of eating out, and unlike so many hotels lighting and power points were great all with total privacy. Gym and pool/sauna were a nice treat and staff were unfailingly helpful and friendly. Hotels like this are why Airbnb often seem such poor value nowadays.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Good Morning, Many thanks for choosing Bolton Hotel for your recent trip to Wellington. It's brilliant to hear you enjoyed your stay and found your room to be well-equipped and spacious. I'm so glad you found our team to be friendly and helpful, we truly pride ourselves on service! We hope to welcome you back very soon! Warm regards, Paul
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Bolton has comfortable suits with full kitchen and even washing machine! Great for long term travelers. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I had the pleasure of getting to know Ms Nona who was extremely helpful in helping us plan our itinerary for dinner and had an amazing sense of energy and positivity. Thank you Nina!!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Good Morning, Many thanks for your review. It's fantastic to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the suite to be well-appointed. Our washing machines can certainly be appreciated during a long trip across the country! Above all, we pride ourselves on friendly and personal service, so it's fantastic to hear our excellent Front Office Manager Nona made a lasting impression! We hope to welcome you back very soon! Warm regards, Paul
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From the very beginning all the staff were friendly and helpful. Our room was on the 11th floor and had a good view. It was clean, spacious and quiet. The location was handy as we walked to most attractions. The hotel offered car parking for a price and we had breakfast included which we found useful
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Go early for breakfast as it was crowd free
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Responded 23 Oct 2023
Good Morning, Thank you for choosing Bolton Hotel for your recent trip to Wellington and thanks for your feedback too. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay, the room and found our location convenient for exploring the city. Above all, particularly as we pride ourselves on our friendly and personal service, it's wonderful to hear our team made such a good impression during your stay and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Warm regards, Paul
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PRICE RANGE
US$113 - US$200 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bolton Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Bolton Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Escape Mate (0.5 km), New Zealand Parliament (0.3 km), and Bolton Street Cemetery (0.05 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Bolton Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Bolton Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Bolton Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Bolton Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hillside Kitchen and Cellar, The Thistle Inn, and Portlander.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Bolton Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and locker rooms available in the fitness centre during their stay.
Is Bolton Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of Wellington.
Are any cleaning services offered at Bolton Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Bolton Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Bolton Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Old St Paul's (0.6 km), Wellington Cable Car (0.6 km), and Government House (3.1 km).
Does Bolton Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the park view available here.