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InterContinental Wellington, an IHG HotelvsWild Zebra Backpackers
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, InterContinental Wellington ranks significantly better than Wild Zebra Backpackers. InterContinental Wellington ranks #1 in Wellington with recommendations from 7 publications such as Fodor's, Gayot and DK Eyewitness.
InterContinental Wellington, an IHG Hotel
Fodor's
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
2 Grey St, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
From $130/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "In the heart of the business district, and a stone's throw from the waterfront, this landmark high-rise gets the details right." Full review
Frommer's "Seen as Wellington's most luxurious hotel, this is the sort of place where you might rub shoulders with the rich and famous -- or at least the cosmopolitan and corporate." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Situated in the central business district, with all the conveniences and amenities you would expect of a large international hotel."
Star Service "Granted, this is a commercial hotel with a certain coolness, but service, dining, accommodations and security here are almost unrivaled." Full review
Gayot "A quiet and luxurious offering in New Zealand’s capital."
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The atmosphere is quiet and the service attentive, as any guest requests are quickly fulfilled by the prompt hotel staff.
The Telegraph7.0
"While the corporate sterility feels at odds with the cultural riches on its doorstep, Wellington's Intercontinental offers dependable, if uninspired, quality in the heart of New Zealand's capital." Full review
Lonely Planet "The InterContinental offers all the usual five-star trimmings you'd expect from the international brand – including a gym, pool and an excellent restaurant." Full review
Wild Zebra Backpackers
Rough Guide Lonely Planet
58 Tory St., Wellington, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "In an impossible-to-miss zebra-striped building, this welcoming independent hostel doesn’t have its own bar, but is just a stone’s throw from some of the city’s best."
Lonely Planet "This sociable, multistory zebra is hard to miss, spangled as it is with enormous black-and-white stripes." Full review
