QT Hotel Wellington review: museum hotel of the arts

The QT Hotel Wellington is a fantastic, unusual museum hotel, right in the heart of the city opposite the harbour and waterfront.

QT hotel is known for its incredible collection of artwork, statues, delightful, interior design, and of course the incredible service.

The artwork that line is all of the walls coupled with the interior design makes for an incredibly outstanding hotel and will be appreciated by art enthusiasts and tourists alike.

If you’re looking for a cultured hotel with luxury service, great pool, gym, bar and excellent location, and this is definitely the right pick for you. Luxury accommodation right in the heart of Wellington.

Have a look at some of my other Aotearoa / NZ travel guides for things to do in North Island itinerary and your South Island Road Trip!

Not sure where to go? Have a look at my article on North VS South Island New Zealand which is better for you.

QT Hotel Wellington brass hippo — QT Hotel Wellington Lobby

Best activities & tours on North Island

Here are some of the best New Zealand North Island tours! Honestly, I recommend doing at least 2-3 of them – Hobbiton, the Glow Worm Caves, a Maori Cultural experience… if you can do all of them, it’s worth it!

I always compare tours on Viator and Get Your Guide to check prices and different tour availability.

Hobbiton day tour – This is a must do on North Island – it’s a right of passage!

White Water Rafting Rotorua – This has the HIGHEST commercial waterfall to raft down, great for adrenaline junkies.

Glow worm caves – Dont miss the iconic glow worm caves on North Island!

Maori Cultural Experience – one of the most impactful and immersive experiences you need to try on North Island!

Hell’s Gate Mud Bath Spa – if you’re after some pampering, this is for you!

Waiheke Island Wineries + dolphin tours – Waiheke is known for the dolphin cruises and the wineries. Pick a tour and don’t miss this!

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QT hotel Wellington

This fantastical Hotel has so many different elements and attributes to it. I will try and encompass it all in one article.

As you arrive you will notice a great brass hippo on the outside and noticed that this is the motif throughout the hotel. You’ll find it everywhere inside from your rooms to the sculptures and statues near the bar.

As you enter, you will in immediately notice huge pieces of artwork, showcasing some of the best modern artists of our time, and you can’t fail to appreciate the beauty of the interior.

The lobby is literally like an art gallery! There is so much art to appreciate on every floor of this beautiful property.

You also noticed some fun and wacky artistic features, such as the beehive wall and the roaring hippos just outside your room door.

Additionally, the staff here are wonderful and are there to help you in whatever way they can.

Rooms

We had the best room, which was hugely spacious and came complete with lovely shower, freestanding bath, a huge room, calm, living area with plenty of comfortable chairs, table and chairs for working space and coffee machine and all the luxury amenities you’d expect from a high class hotel.

Don’t forget the best part which is the balcony with a wonderful view of the harbour and Te Papa Museum which is just two minutes across the road. The bed is a super king and wonderfully spacious soft and cosy and I can’t recommend it enough.

Pool & Jacuzzi

So Hotel come complete with a double Lane lap pool, Jacuzzi and sauna, which is a great place to relax and unwind after a busy day of exploring in Wellington. There are plenty of towels and amenities for you to take advantage of when staying here.

QT Hotel Wellington pool — QT Hotel Wellington jacuzzi hot tub

Gym

QT hotel also comes complete with a fully equipped gym with plenty of cardio machines weight-bearing machines, freestanding weights and floor space for stretching so you can keep up with your fitness needs before heading out for a day out in Wellington.

QT hotel bar

The QT hotel has an excellent bar, which is a great place to stop for either a coffee or a cocktail, depending on the time of day, and there are plenty of luscious armchairs, sofas and chairs at tables, depending on where you prefer to lounge. Drink you can sit down and have a drink or sit down in a hideaway corner to do a bit of work that jcauich is exceptional as you were sent a rounded by excellent interior design and fantastical paintings and sculptures.

Parking at QT Hotel

There is some available parking at QT hotel, but make sure you book in advance or inform them in advance of your trip. There is valet parking as well as public parking. However the public parking is paid unusually for a fixed amount of time so it might be a good idea to let the hotel know.

there are a limited number of parking spaces on site, but they do also have a nearby car park where they can park cars. There is also charging facilities for electric cars on site and the concierge team will take good care of any needs you may have.

QT Hotel Wellington Room balcony — QT Hotel Wellington room balcony

QT Hotel Breakfast

QT Hotel Wellington does an excellent breakfast buffet, and it has a wide range of really delightful fresh Ingredients, ready to start your day off strong. It’s got everything from cereals, croissants, fresh fruit, eggs, and bacon.

When we went, the QT Hotel Wellington restaurant was temporarily closed for lunch and dinner, so it’s best to call ahead to check if it’s open.

QT Hotel Map

The address for QT hotel is 90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand.

North Island Weather

Summer in NZ

Read more about the summer weather in NZ.

Temperature: In January, when it’s summer, the weather is warm on both North & South Island! The temperatures are around 23°C (73°F), while the South Island is a tad cooler, sitting at around 19°C (66°F).

But honestly, on some of the days it was BOILING in the summer, and reaching highs of 30°C (86°F) if not higher. Think, you’ll burn in 15 minutes outside without sun cream.

Rain: Both islands get about 8 rainy days, but you’ve got heaps of daylight to play with, around 15 hours a day. It’s like the sun just doesn’t wanna quit!

Winter in NZ

Read more about the winter weather in NZ.

Fast forward to June, when it’s winter in NZ. Things start cooling down a bit, especially in the South Island. You’re looking at around 11°C (52°F) down there, while the North Island is still a bit milder, hovering around 15°C (59°F).

It’s a bit wetter too, with around 14 rainy days, but, you still get some solid daylight, about 9 hours or so.

So, that’s the gist of it! Both Islands have their pros & cons but frankly, they’re both beautiful.

North Island Weather in January

Average temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Average rainy days: 8
Average daylight hours: 15
Average sunrise time: 6:15 AM
Average sunset time: 9:30 PM

North Island Weather in February

Average temperature: 25°C (77°F)
Average rainy days: 7
Average daylight hours: 14
Average sunrise time: 6:45 AM
Average sunset time: 9:00 PM

North Island Weather in March

Average temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Average rainy days: 9
Average daylight hours: 12
Average sunrise time: 7:15 AM
Average sunset time: 8:15 PM

North Island Weather in April

Average temperature: 20°C (68°F)
Average rainy days: 11
Average daylight hours: 11
Average sunrise time: 7:45 AM
Average sunset time: 6:45 PM

North Island Weather in May

Average temperature: 17°C (63°F)
Average rainy days: 12
Average daylight hours: 9
Average sunrise time: 8:15 AM
Average sunset time: 5:30 PM

North Island Weather in June

Average temperature: 15°C (59°F)
Average rainy days: 14
Average daylight hours: 9
Average sunrise time: 8:30 AM
Average sunset time: 5:15 PM

North Island Weather in July

Average temperature: 14°C (57°F)
Average rainy days: 15
Average daylight hours: 9
Average sunrise time: 8:30 AM
Average sunset time: 5:30 PM

North Island Weather in August

Average temperature: 15°C (59°F)
Average rainy days: 15
Average daylight hours: 10
Average sunrise time: 7:45 AM
Average sunset time: 6:00 PM

North Island Weather in September

Average temperature: 16°C (61°F)
Average rainy days: 13
Average daylight hours: 12
Average sunrise time: 6:45 AM
Average sunset time: 6:30 PM

North Island Weather in October

Average temperature: 18°C (64°F)
Average rainy days: 11
Average daylight hours: 13
Average sunrise time: 7:15 AM
Average sunset time: 7:45 PM

North Island Weather in November

Average temperature: 20°C (68°F)
Average rainy days: 9
Average daylight hours: 14
Average sunrise time: 6:00 AM
Average sunset time: 8:30 PM

North Island Weather in December

Average temperature: 22°C (72°F)
Average rainy days: 9
Average daylight hours: 15
Average sunrise time: 5:45 AM
Average sunset time: 9:15 PM

Quick links

Here’s everything I use when I travel abroad:

Tours – Compare tour prices on Viator and Get Your Guide

Hotels – I always use Booking as the more hotels I book, I get a higher Genius discount. I also compare prices on Expedia.

E-Sims – purchase an e-sim with Airalo on your phone so you can make calls and have mobile data abroad! There’s no need to remove your current sim card!

Travel insurance – don’t ever go on vacation without travel insurance, you never know when you might need it!

Travel essentials – have a look at a full list of travel essentials that I use, including the best power bank!

Car & Campervan Rental

It’s recommended that you either hire yourself, a camper van or a car, so you can explore North Island at your heart’s desire..

Depending on what time of year it can be really busy so it is worth looking at your stay well in advance. Bear in mind cost of hotels on your itinerary North Island New Zealand.

Car Rental North Island

About the Author

Hi, I’m Adriana! I’m constantly searching for the best places to travel to so you don’t have to! Think hidden gems but all over the world.
That means I’m constantly on the road and exploring new places to visit and I have a love for photography, so it made sense to write travel guides on all the places I visit. I was born in Australia and lived in New Zealand, Poland, Dubai and England growing up and I decided to take my love of travel to the next level! Read more about me here and see my articles here.

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