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Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Wellington Central Business District

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Front of property
Breakfast and dinner served
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Reception
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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40 Oriental Parade, Wellington, 6141
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oriental Parade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Papa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Wellington

Oriental Bay stay.With a stay at this Oriental Bay hotel, you'll be steps from BATS Theatre and Waitangi Park. Wellington Central Business District and Oriental Parade are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Oriental Parade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Courtenay Place - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Te Papa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 3 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Sisters Brew Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Minibar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ortega Fish Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tasting Room - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Wellington Central Business District
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Plaza Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Wellington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bay Plaza Hotel offers 76 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10.50 to 32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 10.5 to 32 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Bay Plaza Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel Wellington
Bay Plaza Wellington
Wellington Bay Plaza
The Bay Plaza Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel Wellington
Bay Plaza Hotel Hotel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Plaza Hotel to the airport?

Bay Plaza Hotel is 4.9 mi (11-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Plaza Hotel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Plaza Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from $80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bay Plaza Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Plaza Hotel.

How close is Bay Plaza Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Oriental Bay Beach and 3.9 mi (14-min drive) from Island Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Plaza Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bay Plaza Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 10.5 and 32 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Bay Plaza Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bay Plaza Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Plaza Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 25 per night.

Does Bay Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Bay Plaza Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Bay Plaza Hotel have a restaurant?

Bay Plaza Hotel is home to Bay Plaza Restaurant, which features happy hour.

Does Bay Plaza Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bay Plaza Hotel to downtown Wellington?

Bay Plaza Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Wellington.

Bay Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 419 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, especially the view from our room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was good value
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff in restaurant very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was fantastic, staff friendly, clean and comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful and friendly, room was roomy and clean bathrooms clean but tired, but served our needs
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lucia

Handy for theater,museum & restaurants in walking distance .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff were lovely and helpful. Good location, close to supermarket and an easy walk into the city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean but dated room, amazing views of downtown Wellington and the harbour. Super close to plenty of pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Darwyyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice, comfortable hotel and the breakfast and dinner were both good. They also have parking in the back of the hotel and it's pretty accessible to the hotel itself. Thank you to the staff for a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

TONY

Windows were filthy very old place that needs a revamp in the rooms the dinner was good in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff from reception to room attendants were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a bit tired and it wasnt the cleanest, but it wasn't dirty as such. Staff were lovely and we even had an upgrade which was a delight! Its in an excellent location and the parking behind is plentiful and easy to park in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room with excellent range of equipment (safe, ironinh facilities etc). Wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

L. Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff nice…..room and bathroom old
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sally

Room was clean. A little run down but adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, city views, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was nice and spacious for a one person stay and all the facilities we're in order.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect. The room is clean and has everything we needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fantastic location and view
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025