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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A modern living room with a coffee machine, a sofa, a side table, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

Shelley

1.889.516 ₫

2.173.011 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.4 km from St James Theatre

Kelly

1.900.191 ₫

2.185.220 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There is a leather sofa with cushions and a small wooden table.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Tamara

2.902.011 ₫

3.337.313 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

4. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 0.5 km from St James Theatre

Julian

2.600.971 ₫

2.991.116 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 0.4 km from St James Theatre

Norman

2.111.323 ₫

2.428.021 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOFITEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.6 km from St James Theatre

Murray

3.341.946 ₫

3.843.238 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 1.7 km from St James Theatre

Jennifer

2.182.094 ₫

2.509.408 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 0.3 km from St James Theatre

Florian

1.585.786 ₫

1.823.654 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

9. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.6 km from St James Theatre

Mora

2.607.976 ₫

2.999.233 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 1 km from St James Theatre

Rob

3.971.018 ₫

4.566.671 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 0.1 km from St James Theatre

Gayle

2.319.703 ₫

2.667.659 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Caitlyn

1.518.030 ₫

1.745.734 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

Mega

2.439.620 ₫

2.805.563 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

14. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.7 km from St James Theatre

Waimarie

2.558.358 ₫

2.942.112 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

15. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1 km from St James Theatre

Mohammad

1.743.054 ₫

2.004.512 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a red leather sofa, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

16. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 0.2 km from St James Theatre

Judy

3.220.030 ₫

3.703.072 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

17. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.9 km from St James Theatre

Glen

2.214.858 ₫

2.547.087 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from St James Theatre

1.950.104 ₫

2.242.642 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

A patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hedge.

A compact room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden wardrobe.

A building with a sign indicating trading hours, a security camera, and potted plants.

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.3 km from St James Theatre

Jennifer

2.290.845 ₫

2.634.472 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 0.5 km from St James Theatre

Con

2.506.460 ₫

2.882.429 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Theatre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 786 786 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.6 242 242 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 108 108 reviews	View
Ohtel Wellington	9.4 377 377 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 285 285 reviews	View

Top St James Theatre Hotel Reviews

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very tidy room and nice to have a queen mattress instead of two singles pushed together"

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"L"

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"I don't like not being able to open a window"

Liberty Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good

"Clean and tidy and close proximity to the city."

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean bathroom. Reasonably priced for the room size and location. Heaps of restaurants around."

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

8/10 Good

"We stayed in an apartment - 611. The heating didn’t work properly, blowing cold air and not effectively warming the room. The location is great and the staff helpful. Shame the cafe/bar isn’t opening the morning for coffee."

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

8/10 Good

"Room used single ply toilet paper which we hated. Kept tearing off in small bits. No opening windows or balcony so a bit stuffy. Lounge was big but had no couch. Few scuffs around the place but over all pretty good stay. 4 out of 5"

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great ambience and location. Supports NZ company antipodes in provided toiletries"

The Viv Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"I booked a no window room which I wasn’t used too but the room was still surprisingly cosy"

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A bar with various bottles and decorations.

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8.4/10 (2,096 reviews)

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A vibrant street with colorful buildings, a playground, and a small water feature.

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Find out about the history of Wellington when you take a trip to Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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The Opera House

8.0/10 (41 reviews)

The Opera House is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St James Theatre?

St James Theatre is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 197 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St James Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near St James Theatre.

What can I see and do near St James Theatre?

Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Carter Observatory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Te Aro Pa, Parliament House and Old St Paul's are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Michael Fowler Centre, Downstage Theatre and Circa Theatre.

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Our top choices for St James Theatre hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Ohtel Wellington

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

6. Sofitel Wellington

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. The Marion Hostel

9. Bolton Hotel

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

14. Boulcott Suites

15. Adina CityLife Wellington

16. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

17. Quest on Thorndon

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

19. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Compare popular hotels close to St James Theatre

Top St James Theatre Hotel Reviews

Oaks Wellington Hotel

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

ibis Wellington

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Naumi Studio Wellington

The Viv Hotel Wellington

Other attractions near St James Theatre

Courtenay Place

Bucket Fountain

Te Aro Pa

New Zealand Film Archive

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Wesley Wellington Methodist Parish

The Opera House

Downstage Theatre

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