This is the interior of one of the finest timber churches in New Zealand, and is a testament to various people who helped save it.

St Paul's Church (as it was called) was finished and consecrated in 1866, built to a design by Rev Frederick Thatcher. It served as the parish church for the suburb of Thorndon and as the Wellington Cathedral until the 1960's when a new modern cathedral was built. Once the new cathedral was finished it was proposed to demolish this church, but growing public protest led to the NZ Government purchasing the property and placing it under the umbrella of the NZ Historic Places Trust. It was restored and reopened to the public in 1970

Old St Paul's (the new Cathedral is also called St Paul's) is still a consecrated church and is used for weddings, funerals and many other events.

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Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.9 km from Old St Paul's

Sanchit

฿3,238 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.9 km from Old St Paul's

Paige

฿4,855 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Old St Paul's

Lucinda

฿3,590 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 1.8 km from Old St Paul's

Evelyn

฿3,123 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Old St Paul's

Anastassiya

฿4,366 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 1.9 km from Old St Paul's

Martin

฿2,742 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Old St Paul's

Anand

฿3,079 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | City view

Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Old St Paul's

Roderick

฿3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Old St Paul's

Stephanie

฿5,575 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 2 km from Old St Paul's

Aidan

฿2,147 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Luxury Penthouse, City View (4 King Beds) | Balcony

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.8 km from Old St Paul's

Emily

฿3,093 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

Pipitea, 0.4 km from Old St Paul's

Ian

฿2,869 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jan - 11 Jan

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Old St Paul's

Michael

฿3,606 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from Old St Paul's

Steve

฿2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 2 km from Old St Paul's

MGI Senior

฿2,409 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

King Studio + 1 Single | Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 1.6 km from Old St Paul's

Elaine

฿4,078 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Old St Paul's

Rahul

฿2,444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.8 km from Old St Paul's

Brad

฿5,286 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1 km from Old St Paul's

Lesley

฿2,461 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Quest on Johnston

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Old St Paul's

Rebecca

฿2,988 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room we had was of generous proportions and we were on 8th floor with a view out to the harbour. If could fault it was because the bathroom didn't have any hooks to hang things on and it didn't seem to have an exhaust system for when the shower was running. "

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What's the area like around Old St Paul's?

Old St Paul's is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 60 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Old St Paul's?

Adjacent to Old St Paul's, WQ Wellington Quarter is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options within a short distance include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Rydges Wellington.

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Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Old St Paul's.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old St Paul's, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Old St Paul's.

What can I see and do near Old St Paul's?

Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Te Papa and Carter Observatory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Parliament House, Turnbull House and Te Aro Pa are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Embassy Theatre.

How can I get to Old St Paul's?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Old St Paul's is easy. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Wellington Station. You can take a ferry from the local port.

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Quest 256 Lambton

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The Cobbler Hotel

Sofitel Wellington

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Boulcott Suites

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

The Marion Hostel

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Ohtel Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

Quest on Johnston

Top Old St Paul's Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Hotels near other Old St Paul's attractions

National Library

St Paul's Cathedral

Parliamentary Library

Wellington Cenotaph

New Zealand Parliament Buildings

Turnbull House

Sky Stadium

Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park

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