Boutique luxury hotel in the heart of Wellington combining state-of-the-art design with quirky New Zealand personality. Rooftop bar Hot Sauce, acclaimed Hippopotamus restaurant, and theatrical interiors create memorable stays.
QT Wellington stands on Cable Street in the Te Aro precinct, occupying a position between Wellington's waterfront and the city's main arts and entertainment district. Te Papa Tongarewa, New Zealand's national museum, is approximately 500 metres north along the waterfront promenade — a ten-minute walk. Courtenay Place, Wellington's primary dining and bar strip, is a few minutes south, and the compact CBD means most of the city's major attractions are reachable on foot. The hotel's proximity to the government quarter also makes it a natural choice for business travelers visiting the capital.
The property belongs to the QT Hotels & Resorts group, which applies a signature theatrical design approach across its portfolio. At QT Wellington, this translates into oversized art installations, eclectic furniture selections, and bold colour palettes that animate the public spaces. The building's aesthetic references Wellington's identity as New Zealand's creative and cultural capital — a city known for its film industry, galleries, and the concentration of government institutions.
Room categories range from standard queen and king configurations to suites, each furnished with designer pieces, rainfall showers, premium toiletries, and high-quality linen. Upper-floor rooms on the harbour-facing aspect offer views across Wellington Harbour. The fitness centre is open to all guests.
Hippopotamus is QT Wellington's flagship restaurant, presenting a French-influenced menu executed with New Zealand seasonal produce in a dramatically designed dining room. Hot Sauce, the rooftop bar, serves cocktails and small plates with views over the harbour — particularly atmospheric at dusk and into the evening. In-room dining is available around the clock. The concierge team is well-regarded for theatre bookings, restaurant reservations, and curating Wellington's cultural calendar for guests.
Amenities
- rooftop bar
- restaurant
- fitness center
- valet parking
- concierge
- harbor views
Location
90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
-41.2889, 174.7831 View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop Hot Sauce bar serving cocktails and snacks with harbour views over Wellington Harbour
- Hippopotamus fine-dining restaurant with a French-influenced menu using New Zealand seasonal produce
- Theatrical QT Hotels design aesthetic — bold art installations and curated interiors throughout the property
- Walking distance to Te Papa Tongarewa national museum, the waterfront, and Courtenay Place
Tips for visiting
- Reserve a Hot Sauce rooftop table in advance for sunset — the bar is consistently popular and weekend seats fill quickly
- Request an upper-floor harbour-facing room for views across Wellington Harbour without necessarily paying suite rates
- Hippopotamus is open to non-guests; book ahead if planning to dine without staying at the hotel, especially on weekends
- Wellington is famously windy — a jacket is advisable even in summer for time spent on the rooftop bar
Accessibility
Contact the hotel directly for current accessibility information including lift access, step-free room configurations, and adapted bathroom availability.