Wellington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a marina and mountains in the background.
A historic building with a balcony and columns, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent church, residential buildings, and a hill in the background.
A marina with various boats docked, surrounded by buildings and hills.
A bowl of fresh salad with mint leaves and thinly sliced vegetables.

Wellington Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Wellington

Find the best Wellington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

A church with a tall tower and a large cross.

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, a fountain, and buildings on a hillside.

Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
Photo by WanderingFunk009
Open Photo by WanderingFunk009

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is 1.912.614 ₫ per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
1.912.614 ₫
2.199.537 ₫ total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,780 reviews)
"Very warm welcome at reception. Staff friendly & professional. Nice room. Recently refurbished on 24th floor. Excellent location on lambton quay."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is 2.692.590 ₫ per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
2.692.590 ₫
3.096.555 ₫ total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"For an early morning flight its a great place to stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is 2.508.886 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
2.508.886 ₫
2.885.203 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Its become a go to for a family night away. Great location, clean well presented rooms and excellent swimming pool"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington
See all 545 properties in Wellington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,566 reviews)
"I let staff know what I think is needed. Thank you."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"Overall good stay, comfortable large rooms with microwave and small fridge. At the check in they told me “we don’t service rooms everyday, let us know if you need anything”, but I was there 3 nights and none of the days the room was serviced. I wish they would’ve told me “we won’t serve your room”, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay Wellington
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,146 reviews)
"Location was excellent for us. Clean facilities, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Adina CityLife Wellington
See all properties in Wellington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Wellington attractions

A coastal cityscape with a stadium, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Hnry Stadium

8.6/10 (656 reviews)
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
See properties

Cities near Wellington

An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban areas, a large body of water, and surrounding mountainous terrain partially covered by clouds.

Lower Hutt

Other places like Wellington