• EVENTS  
    Rise with World of WearableArt®
    By Paul Johnson | 11 September 2025

    Aotearoa's largest arena spectacle World of WearableArt®, returns this month for it's twentieth year in the capital. This year's show, Rise, is designed to inspire and spread joy through creativity, awe and wonder.

    To celebrate, our lobby is host to two remarkable garments and Artisan has embraced this years theme through our Aurora High Tea, a culinary tribute to the first flare of dawn.

  • EDITORIAL  
    Wellington on a rainy day
    By Paul Johnson | 4 August 2025

    Wellington's catchphrase may be 'You can't beat Welly on a good day," but what to do when the weather takes a turn for the worse?

    Fortunately, the city boasts a host of indoor activities, subterranean tunnels and cosy eateries to while away a rainy day. 

  • EDITORIAL  
    Local Brews
    By Paul Johnson | 23 June 2025

    Our cool little capital is often hailed as the craft beer capital, and for good reason. The city's countless independent micro-breweries, taprooms, brewpubs and everything in between attract beer aficionados from across the globe.
    Not only does Bolton's in-house restaurant Artisan pour a range of local craft beers, but our team have shared some of their top recommendations for where to enjoy a local brew or two...

  • EDITORIAL  
    Win Winter
    By Paul Johnson | 17 June 2025

    As daylight dwindles in New Zealand's capital, there's no need to hibernate. Explore our guide for what to do in Wellington during the colder months.

  • PRESS  
    Bolton Hotel: Becoming an Icon
    By Paul Johnson | 1 February 2025

    Bolton Hotel reflects on becoming a Wellington institution in it's 20th year.

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