Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Finding a good hotel in New Zealand’s capital of Wellington can be a bit of a challenge, as there aren’t many options to choose from.

When I was planning out my visit, it was a essentially a toss-up between the DoubleTree by Hilton and the nearby InterContinental, which came at a higher price.

After weighing the pros and cons, I ultimately decided to go with the DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington, mainly because I’d enjoyed staying at other Hilton properties in New Zealand in the past.

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington – Booking

I booked this stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington for $250 NZD ($160 USD, $210 CAD). This is about what you can expect to pay for this property on average, as the pricing doesn’t fluctuate very much.

A points redemption will cost you 37,000–40,000 Hilton Honors points for a standard room. Considering that we value Hilton Honors points at 0.7 cents per point (CAD) or 0.5 cents per point (USD), redeeming Hilton Honors points wasn’t an ideal option, as it came in at just under our target valuation.

The DoubleTree by Hilton brand is known as a budget-friendly chain, so the prices aren’t as high as more aspirational properties. Instead of redeeming points for mediocre value, it was a better play here to earn points at an accelerated rate to get closer to my next high-value Hilton stay.

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington – Location

The DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington is located in the heart of the city, which is New Zealand’s charming and cosmopolitan capital city.

The hotel has a fairly central location, from which you can easily explore some of the city’s most popular attractions and activities.

The hotel enjoys close proximity to prominent business and shopping hubs, including Lambton Quay and Willis Street, both a mere five- and 10-minute stroll away, respectively.

East of the hotel lies the Wellington Waterfront, an energetic district that offers captivating harbour views, alongside an…