What is QT Wellington?

QT Wellington is a Selected hotel located in Wellington, New Zealand. It has been recognized by the Michelin Guide for its exceptional hospitality and unique experience.

How many Michelin Keys does QT Wellington have?

QT Wellington has been awarded Selected by the Michelin Guide, indicating a very special stay.

Where is QT Wellington located?

QT Wellington is located in Wellington, New Zealand, in the Oceania region.

What makes a Selected hotel special?

Selected hotels provide very special stays with excellent service and a unique sense of place.

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QT Wellington

Name: QT Wellington
Address: 90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, Wellington, Oceania, New Zealand
Rating: 4.3

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90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

New Zealand, Oceania

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Key Highlights

✓Breakfast: An "excellent breakfast buffet" is served daily at Hippopotamus, featuring a wide range of fresh ingredients.
✓QT Wellington boasts an outstanding location in the Te Aro district, situated directly on Cable Street.

Expert Review: QT Wellington

QT Wellington, a distinguished Michelin Key Selected property, offers a vibrant and art-centric experience in the heart of New Zealand's creative capital. This boutique hotel consistently earns high praise for its unique design, exceptional location, and attentive service, though some minor points have been raised by guests.

1. Overall Rating & Sentiment

QT Wellington generally receives "Excellent" ratings and maintains a highly positive sentiment among guests. It's often described as quirky, modern, luxurious, and art-filled, offering a "designer-chic" and "tastefully over-the-top" atmosphere. Guests appreciate its distinctive character and the engaging environment it creates.

2. Key Highlights

Guests consistently laud QT Wellington for several standout features:

Design & Art Collection: The hotel is an "art hotel" featuring an extensive and eclectic collection of New Zealand art, with approximately 200 pieces, some of which rotate. The interiors are characterized by abstract lines, playful patterns, and a fusion of expressive art and modern indulgence, creating a unique and captivating aesthetic.
Location: Its prime waterfront location on Cable Street provides direct access to the Wellington Waterfront Walk and is directly across from the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. It's also within a short walk of major attractions like Cuba Street, Courtenay Place, and City Gallery Wellington.
Amenities: The hotel boasts a range of appealing amenities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a spa, a sauna, and a well-equipped fitness center. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Service: The staff is frequently praised for being helpful, friendly, and providing incredible service, going "above and beyond" to ensure a memorable stay.

3. Room Quality

The rooms at QT Wellington are generally described as spacious, comfortable, and stylish retreats. They are "well-presented and gorgeously clean," featuring "super comfortable beds" that ensure a restful night's sleep. The design incorporates abstract lines, playful patterns, and bespoke art, with some "QT Gallery" rooms featuring unique artworks by New Zealand artists. Amenities include satellite TV, private bathrooms with Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryers, ironing facilities, and minibars. Many rooms offer balconies and stunning harbor views. Some larger suites, such as the QT Superior King Suite and QT Deluxe King Room, offer 30-48 square meters of space.

4. Dining Experience

QT Wellington offers a diverse and highly-regarded culinary experience:

Hippo Bar & Restaurant: This multi-award-winning restaurant is celebrated for its "mod-French fine dining" and seasonal menu that creatively combines fresh New Zealand produce with French culinary techniques. It also hosts high teas and offers an impressive cocktail and wine list. Guests often consider it "worth the splurge."
Hot Sauce: A funky Asian fusion restaurant and bar, offering a different culinary vibe.
Gallery Lounge: Provides a more casual setting for sips and snacks.
Breakfast: An "excellent breakfast buffet" is served daily at Hippopotamus, featuring a wide range of fresh ingredients.
Room Service: Available 24 hours, described by the hotel as delivering "Michelin magic" cuisine directly to guests' rooms.

5. Service & Staff

Guest feedback consistently highlights the hotel's exceptional service and friendly staff. Reviewers frequently mention that the staff are "helpful," "friendly," and "incredible," often going "above and beyond" to ensure a memorable stay. The check-in process is generally described as seamless and efficient.

6. Location & Accessibility

QT Wellington boasts an outstanding location in the Te Aro district, situated directly on Cable Street.

Nearby Attractions: It's directly opposite the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, and a short walk to the Wellington Waterfront Walk, Waitangi Park, Courtenay Place, and the vibrant Cuba Street with its unique shops, cafes, and bars. The City Gallery Wellington and Lambton Quay are also easily accessible.
Transport: Wellington Airport (WLG) is approximately a 15-20 minute drive from the hotel, with taxis, rideshares, and public bus services (like the Airport Flyer) readily available. Wellington Central Station is about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride away, offering connections to other parts of the city and beyond. Valet parking is offered at a charge.

7. Value & Pricing

While offering a luxurious experience, QT Wellington is often described as having "competitive pricing." Average room rates in the past month have been around NZD 245.24, which is higher than Wellington's city average of NZD 171.48. Prices can fluctuate, with typically lower rates found in February and January, and on Sundays or Tuesdays. Some guests consider it "good value with quality service," though opinions on value for money can be mixed. Valet parking incurs a daily fee of NZD 50.

8. Common Complaints

While largely positive, some recurring criticisms include:

Cleanliness: A few guests have expressed concerns about cleanliness in their reviews.
Value for Money: While many find the pricing competitive, some reviews indicate mixed feelings regarding the overall value for money.
Noise: One guest reported a noisy room on a low floor near a busy intersection, suggesting that light sleepers might prefer rooms closer to the middle of the hotel.
Check-in Speed: On occasion, check-in has been noted as slow, particularly during busy periods.
Room Ambiance: Some guests have found certain rooms to be dark or lacking sufficient seating.

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Points to Consider

•While largely positive, some recurring criticisms include:
•Cleanliness: A few guests have expressed concerns about cleanliness in their reviews.
•Room Ambiance: Some guests have found certain rooms to be dark or lacking sufficient seating.

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1,604 reviews

Recent Guest Reviews

Local Guide3 weeks ago

We booked here last minute, and found that our room had a bed with absolutely no support. It was so floppy that it was intensely painful on our backs to lie down on top of the bed covers for just a couple minutes. This was only half an hour after we checked in in the afternoon, so we called down to the office and they told us that the beds are like that but that theyd send us a board to put undern...

Response from the owner

Hi KO, Thank you for your feedback, our team has tried to reach out unsuccessfully. We would love to hear from you, if you wish, please contact us directly via email dm_qtwellington@evt.com

Richard van Gils

Local Guide3 weeks ago

A great hotel with an artistic vibe. I especially liked the hippo door knobs. The rooms were clean and spacious. We didn't have breakfast in the hotel or ear in its restaurant. You can park at a discount ($30 per 24h) in the Te Papa parking. Take your parking ticket to reception on checking out.

Response from the owner

Hi Richard, thank you for the great review! We look forward welcoming you back!

Arun James

Local Guidea month ago

I stayed here recently for a business trip, and the location is absolutely unbeatable. It’s easily one of the most unique hotels in town, with a fantastic, quirky ambience that makes it stand out from your typical corporate stay. The overall vibe of the place really adds something special to a work visit. The service was good, and the rooms themselves were comfortable and well-appointed. However, ...

Response from the owner

Hi Arun, Thank you for the review and feedback! We certainly appreciated and we hope to see you again soon. Regards

Sally Whyte

Local GuideEdited 2 months ago

Spent 2 nights, Dec 25&26th, in a Harbour view room. Room 436, was light bright and stylish. Plenty of space, with comfy chair & side table and a desk set up. The room and balcony artwork was amazing. Great view and balcony. Awesome bathroom with large tub and great amenities including super soft robes, Dyson hairdryer even bath salts for the huge tub. All the staff we met were great as was the fo...

Response from the owner

Thank you Sally for trusting your gut ! We are glad you enjoyed staying with us and we certainly look forward seeing you again. Regards

Matthew Strange

Local Guidea month ago

An excellent stay and the standout of the three QT properties we visited. Stylish, comfortable and exceptionally well priced for what’s offered. What stood out: • Room: we stayed in a Grand Harbour Balcony Room, which was beautifully decorated, very well laid out and absolutely worth the upgrade • Value: outstanding — this is what clearly pushes it into five-star territory • Pool & spa: we really...

Response from the owner

HI Matthew, Thank you for the great review and we appreciate taking the time to provide feedback . We certainly hope to see you again !

Russell Cato

a month ago

We were only there one night with breakfast included. We were told on two separate occasions breakfast was served 6am onwards, we needed to leave by 6.45am so believed this was perfect. We discovered in the morning breakfast was actually served from 6.30am! When we asked if we could get the price of breakfast refunded we were told this was possible as it’s ‘part of the package’, so it would appear...

Response from the owner

Hi Russell, Thank you for the feedback, we will follow up this with our teams and please receive our apologies for the misinformation passed on. Please reach out to us directly next time y...