Petone Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
During your trip to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Te Papa
You can study the exhibits at Te Papa, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
TSB Bank Arena
Catch an event at TSB Bank Arena during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Wellington Central Business District
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Sky Stadium
Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Petone
Quest Petone
Terrible accommodation, it was a hot night and
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Settlers Motor Lodge
Room was clean & tidy. Downfall was bed was sagging in middle and ranchslider needed to be lifted to roll closed
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Very friendly staff with a great view of the sea. The only negative is it is situated on a busy road. The room was very clean and had everything you would need.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Waited in reception for 20 minutes before being seen by the receptionist that had no manners and demanded everything, room was filthy and not what I had booked for, came back to the accommodation the next day later in the afternoon and rooms had still not been cleaned. Overall I give the motel a ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Foreshore Motor Lodge
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Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Location, room, amenities, staff were all excellent. Looking forward to coming back.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petone
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.
