Wellington, New ZealandWellington Central
Sofitel Wellington
French botanical tower
Wellington Central Wellington, New Zealand
Opened
2016
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
AccorFrench botanical tower
French hospitality anchors this hillside tower, set beside the parliamentary quarter with green views into the city's botanic gardens.
What it’s good at
Notable
Bell-shaped gold pendants hang beside large botanical prints inspired by neighboring public gardens.
Listed
Club Sofitel pours evening drinks and serves French afternoon tea above the hillside canopy.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Sofitel Wellington faces the Botanic Garden from its hillside perch, giving most rooms views into the reserve's canopy rather than the harbor under.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Bolton Street borders the parliamentary precinct, with the green paths of Wellington Botanic Garden just a short walk away.
The rooms
Most rooms look straight into the botanic reserve's canopy, fitted with brass accents and warm timber.
At the table
Tables at Jardin Grill sit under dark botanical murals, looking into an open kitchen with a rotisserie and flame grill.
How it began
The building once housed the New Zealand Apple and Pear Marketing Board. Lounge shelves still display small fruit sculptures in tribute.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.