The Best Hotels Closest to Carter Observatory in Wellington - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

1. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Murray

3.403.495 ₫

3.914.019 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

2. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Laura

2.656.008 ₫

3.054.471 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory

Morgan

2.150.208 ₫

2.472.739 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

4. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory

Gayle

2.294.356 ₫

2.638.509 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory

Jennifer

2.222.282 ₫

2.555.624 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

6. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Florian

1.547.276 ₫

1.779.367 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

7. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

Natasha

3.964.071 ₫

4.558.682 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

8. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

Waimarie

2.738.813 ₫

3.149.635 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

9. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory

Kurt

1.693.739 ₫

1.947.800 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a bowl of fruit.

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

10. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory

Glen

2.202.262 ₫

2.532.601 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Mega

2.654.325 ₫

3.052.535 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Mohammad

2.268.997 ₫

2.609.347 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

13. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory

1.847.110 ₫

2.124.161 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

A corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.

14. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory

Mario

1.744.728 ₫

2.006.437 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

15. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory

Stephen

2.204.898 ₫

2.535.671 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A luxurious dining setup with a tiered dessert stand, elegant tableware, and a selection of beverages.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a newspaper on the bed.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.

16. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory

Joanne De

3.097.220 ₫

3.561.803 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A group of people dining at a table with a city view.

Three children looking out a large window at a cityscape with mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view.

A modern living room with a blue patterned wall, a fireplace, and a yellow sofa.

17. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory

Kerry

2.389.120 ₫

2.747.488 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel lobby with a vertical garden wall, a reception desk, and a green seating area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of buildings through the window.

18. Astelia Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Phyl

2.133.992 ₫

2.454.091 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

19. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Kelly

3.203.290 ₫

3.683.783 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel sink, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal town and hills.

A modern restaurant with a long counter displaying various foods, including meats and vegetables. There are multiple tables and chairs arranged in the dining area, and the space has large windows allowing natural light.

20. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Susan

1.988.709 ₫

2.287.015 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 777 reviews	View
Bolton Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 284 reviews	View
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street	9.2 Wonderful 822 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 307 reviews	View

Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Oaks Wellington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Central city location, easily walkable, rooms are good."

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Unfortunate but still gotta pay for parking. Set cost per night, tight parks but town is town 😅 Barr that, we had a great time. Would definitely book again through Expedia. Saved some cash, enjoyed the breakfast. Good selection for food, and staff were happy to help and refill where needed."

Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed the well appointed room, it had everything a business traveler might need. I appreciated how quiet the room was, super comfy bed and good water pressure in the shower. Lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Decent hotel gym, and it was good to have an informal cafe downstairs and a fancier restaurant upstairs. Thank you for a very pleasant if too brief stay."

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great accommodations"

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

10/10 Excellent

"My stay couldn’t have gone better. The staff were all very courteous, and attentive. My flight landed a bit early for check-in and while I dropped my bags off the staff at the front desk was able to get my room turned over remarkably quickly for me which was very appreciated after a long flight. I had one small issue with the laundry in my room and they had their maintenance team take care of it while I was out for the day. I would highly recommend staying here! Also the location was absolutely perfect, easy to walk to just about anywhere downtown."

Quest Wellington

8/10 Good

"great and convenient location"

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff"

Novotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"If Expedia provided discounts will be great."

Sofitel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean request was very good Overall very satisfying"

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8.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?

Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 149 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Carter Observatory?

Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carter Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Carter Observatory.

What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?

You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Cable Car Museum. Parliament House, Te Aro Pa and Old St Paul's are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

1. Sofitel Wellington

2. Bolton Hotel

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

4. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

6. The Marion Hostel

7. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

8. Boulcott Suites

9. Liberty Apartment Hotel

10. Quest on Thorndon

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

12. Adina CityLife Wellington

13. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

14. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

15. Southgate Motor Inn

16. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

17. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

18. Astelia Apartment Hotel

19. Naumi Hotel Wellington

20. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Oaks Wellington Hotel

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Bolton Hotel

Adina CityLife Wellington

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Quest Wellington

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Novotel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Other attractions near Carter Observatory

Cable Car Museum

Botanic Gardens

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington Cable Car

Wellington Central Business District

Antrim House

Kelburn Park

Khandallah Park

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