Bay Plaza Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Courtenay Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Te Papa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Cuba Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Interislander Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 11 min drive
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 44 min drive
Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
Wellington Ngauranga Station - 9 min drive
Wellington Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Ohtel - 1 min walk
Embassy Theatre - 3 min walk
Deluxe Espresso Bar - 3 min walk
Thai Chef's Restaurant - 2 min walk
Welsh Dragon Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Bay Plaza Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
76 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
DONE
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas (3-device limit)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (NZD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (753 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Bay Plaza Restaurant - This bar serves breakfast and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 8.00 to 32 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 45 per night
Parking
Self parking costs NZD 20.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bay Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bay Plaza Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bay Plaza Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Bay Plaza Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 20.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bay Plaza Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Bay Plaza Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
Are there restaurants at or near Bay Plaza Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bay Plaza Restaurant.
What's the area around Bay Plaza Hotel like?
Bay Plaza Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Te Papa and 5 minutes' walk from Courtenay Place. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Bay Plaza Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Parking was convenient and available on site with a reasonable cost. (14 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near restaurants, supermarkets, and has on-site dining options. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
Good location for work trip
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2025
Excellent stay beachside
Excellent location by the sea, space for kids to run around on grass in front of room, park nearby, spacious room, spa bath, great value for affordable price.
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Bay Plaza Sept 2025
As always, excellent! Staff wonderful, as always!
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Lovely view, good location.
Helen
Helen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Bay Plaza Wellington
As always, excellent assistance from the staff. Our go-to accommodation in Wellington.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
Bay Plaza July 2025
Excellent as always! Staff are terrific, as always. Enjoyed the new dinner menu.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2025
Excellent location, nice rooms.
Carlota
Carlota, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
Great location in Wellington and car parking available. Rooms a little tired but very clean and comfortable
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
The convenience of location perfect for what we needed.
Penny
Penny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Enjoyed my stay
Alma
Alma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Had a lovely stay, close to everything
Nicola
Nicola, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Great price and close to waterfront, restaurants etc. Clean and tidy.
Kay
Kay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Rhe gotel is full of character, rooms for UK standards are huge. Beds comfy. Thevstaff were amazing and so helpful.
Nicola
Nicola, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2024
Dated hotel in a great location, reasonably priced and clean and tidy.
Shaun
Shaun, 9-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2025
Good location
Good location
Rooms are a little dated, food was good, service in restaurant was average
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Great location, friendly staff, dining options, easy parking.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2025
Great location, good value and comfortable. Especially liked that the windows opened so you could get fresh air. Nice views.
Catriona
Catriona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2025
The room and bed are always 'spot on' very comfortable, great range of programmes on TV including movies. Staff are lovely. I stay in the smaller rooms, the bathrooms are tiny and a bit old fashioned - but I spend only 10 mins in there - I always rebook when I have to stay in CBD for work. Parking is great, location is excellent
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Receptionist staff were so lovely and helpful
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 31, 2025
Great location
Great location. Good facilities. Clean.
Pam
Pam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Great destination
Trudy
Trudy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Great location
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
awesome place
Joy
Joy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2024
I would happily stay again, quiet, friendly, excellent food and service.