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InterContinental Wellington

2 Grey Street, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011
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About us

InterContinental Wellington is a luxurious and timeless oasis. Known for its exceptional service, stunning views, and sophisticated amenities, it has become synonymous with elegance and comfort. The hotel’s location on the picturesque waterfront provides guests with easy access to Wellington’s cultural treasures and natural wonders, immersing them in the city’s charm. The hotel itself exudes grandeur, with a lobby that seamlessly blends contemporary and heritage design and 236 guest rooms and suites offer a perfect combination of indulgence, style and functionality, with breathtaking harbour or city skyline views. The award-winning InterContinental Wellington Club Lounge spans the width of the hotel, overlooking Wellington's iconic waterfront and offers a bespoke service, in addition to a suite of exclusive benefits to Club guests. The hotel also boasts a range of culinary options; guests can indulge in the best in-season seafood and locally sourced produce at GPO restaurant, or discover innovative, casual meals at Two Grey Café, Bar & Eatery. Perfect for enjoying its sought-after High Tea Experience or cocktails, The Lobby Lounge is a haven of elegance and indulgence at the heart of the hotel. Providing a versatile selection of award-winning event spaces, InterContinental Wellington is an ideal choice for weddings, conferences, and special occasions. With its prime location and expansive amenities, InterContinental Wellington offers the perfect sanctuary in New Zealand’s vibrant capital. While our classic conference floor undergoes a refreshment throughout 2025, the hotel remains fully operational, ensuring your experience with us is seamless. As we eagerly anticipate unveiling our classic conference spaces in 2026, The Tower Collection offers an exquisite and exclusive setting for your events during this period.

Venue Details

ChainIHG
BrandInterContinental Hotels
Built1993
Renovated2015
Total meeting space18,169 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms236
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

Qualmark New Zealand Limited
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Qualmark Enviro Gold Australasia's Leading Conference Hotel - World Travel Awards 2019 | 2020 | 2021| 2022 Oceania's Leading Conference Hotel - 2024 New Zealand's Leading Hotel Suite - Presidential Suite - World Travel Awards | 2019 | 2020 | 2023 Oceania's Leading Executive Club Lounge | 2019-2022 | 2024 New Zealand's Leading Business Hotel 2023 | 2024

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
18,169.5 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,229.2 sq. ft.
Space (private)
6,781.3 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
3,229.2 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
7,534.7 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
753.5 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
Pūkeko
1,851.4 sq. ft.
-
-
120
-
120
120
120
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96
-
Kererū
753.5 sq. ft.
-
-
40
-
40
40
40
--
32
-
Weka
581.3 sq. ft.
-
-
35
-
30
-
35
--
24
-
Tūī
366.0 sq. ft.
-
-
12
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12
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Kea
150.7 sq. ft.
-
-
6
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6
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Lambton Room
317 sq. ft.
12 x 27 sq. ft.
4 ft.
350
90
220
-
350
150
90
-
110
Pre Function Lobby
3,229.2 sq. ft.
-
16.4 ft.
250
--
250
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Lambton One/Two
116 sq. ft.
12 x 10 sq. ft.
4 ft.
100
35
70
-
100
60
35
--
Aurora Room
398.3 sq. ft.
22.3 x 16.7 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
12
-
12
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12
--

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
236
Single (1 bed)
188
Double (2 beds)
48
Suites
9
Tax rate
15%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 4.97 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( NZ$48.00/day )
Valet parking
( NZ$50.00/day )
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Wellington Chocolate Factory
Recreation
1 km
Something sweet? Join expert chocolatiers as they craft and create exclusive flavors of Wellington right at your doorstep! From exquisite chocolate and beer pairings to the creation of your own personal chocolate bar, the Wellington Chocolate Factory has an experience the whole family can enjoy!
5 Eva Street
Wellington, NZ 6011
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Fragifert Parfumeur
Recreation
1 km
After a relaxing ride to the top of Wellington’s Cable Car, let the aroma of the Fragifert Perfumery lead you into the world of New Zealand florals and seasonal spices. Purchase scents from the parlor or create unique and custom fragrances in the workshop with Wellington’s artisan perfumer. This hidden attraction is one you don’t want to miss.
1 Upland Rd,
Wellington, NZ
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Zealandia
Recreation
4 kms
Full of lush greenery and native wildlife, Zealandia is the world’s fully-fenced urban eco-sanctuary that is home to hundreds of protected birds. With guided group or private tours, experience New Zealand in it’s pre-human state, or book a night tour to catch a glimpse of the elusive Kiwi birds that call Zealandia home!​
53 Waiapu Road
Wellington, NZ 6012
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Wairarapa Wine Region
Recreation
80 kms
Just a short drive away lies the Wairarapa wine region. Step into wine country in the region of Martinborough. Located in the Wairarapa, Martinborough boasts a Mediterranean climate which allows its vineyards to produce wines rich with aromas and flavors. Enjoy world-class wine tastings and tour the museums and art galleries offered.
Weta Workshop
Recreation
Calling all fantasy fanatics! From guided tours to creative workshops, Weta Workshop has created a gateway to another world right in the heart of Wellington. Most famous for their role in the Lord of the Rings franchise, fans from all around the world visit our home to see genuine props from the films and meet the crew who continue to make it happen!
1 Weka Street
Miramar
Wellington 6022
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Wellington Cable Car
Historical landmark
2 mins
Opened in 1902, you are steps away from Wellington history with the Wellington Cable Car. Take a ride up to the botanical gardens to bask in the view of the skyline, or soak up the rich history as you peruse the dedicated Museum at the top of the 5-minute trip.
280 Lambton Quay
Wellington Central 6011
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Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
Museum
11 mins
Immerse yourself in the country's history and art at Te Papa Tongarewa Museum, then stroll along the waterfront promenade to relish stunning harbour vistas.
55 Cable Street
Te Aro
Wellington 6011
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Cancellation Policy

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Additional details

2025 Venue Details Introducing The Tower Collection a stunning new suite of 5 exclusive function rooms available from April to December 2025. Set above the vibrant cityscape in InterContinental Wellington's iconic tower, these spaces boast breathtaking harbourside views and a dynamic urban backdrop, creating an inspiring setting for your events. Paired with our world-class hospitality, The Tower Collection is designed to elevate your meetings, celebrations and gatherings to new heights. 2026 Venue Details • With 9 versatile and flexible function spaces accommodating conferences and meetings from 4 people – 350 people and for events up to 400 people. • Dedicated on-site team of event planners. • Unmatched location in the heart of the Capital's CBD. • Winner of Oceania's best conference hotel for six consecutive years (2017-2022) • Largest collection of hotel conference spaces in Wellington, in addition to the city's largest pillarless ballroom at a hotel. • All event spaces located on the same level for convenience • We can accommodate conferences for up to 350 people with dinners for up to 200 people. • State of the art audio visual equipment supplied by AV Media providing their quality expertise with on-site support.

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InterContinental Wellington Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated InterContinental Wellington's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
IHG Responsible Business - https://www.ihgplc.com/en/responsible-business
Does InterContinental Wellington have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Recycling of plastics, glass, cardboard, and paper as well as food waste

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is InterContinental Wellington and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to InterContinental Wellington's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
IHG Our Diversity & Inclusion story https://www.ihgplc.com/-/media/our-di-story--for-plc.pdf?la=en&hash=B137541AF2B4AF802A2F198D7DFFA43B

Health and Safety

Were practices at InterContinental Wellington developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, IHG Way of Clean
Does InterContinental Wellington clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, All Public areas including Meeting rooms are cleaned and sanitised using IHG Way of Clean protocols.
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