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Our top choices for Makara hotels

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1637)
"Clean, spacious and very central, close to all shops and restaurants "
Australia
David
The price is 1.787.621 ₫
2.055.764 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Exterior
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
12.5 km from Makara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Lovely friendly staff,room was spotless,quiet and so comfortable. "
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is 2.447.447 ₫
2.814.602 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Love The Bolton! Great rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good location. "
United States
Gillian
The price is 2.646.819 ₫
3.043.903 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Bolton Hotel
Exterior
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 8.6 km from Makara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean tidy room, friendly staff"
Australia
Daniel
The price is 2.061.595 ₫
2.370.880 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Interior
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 8.2 km from Makara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Fantastic location and helpful staff"
Australia
Seong Ho
The price is 1.519.544 ₫
1.747.476 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
ibis Wellington
Reception
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8.1 km from Makara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Lovely staff, convenient parking, very central "
Australia
Ivan
The price is 2.254.854 ₫
2.593.082 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Front of property
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.4 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (492)
"Everything was perfect, staff was quite accommodating "
Australia
Gohar Afroze
The price is 1.724.434 ₫
1.983.099 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Bar (on property)
WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter
3.5 star property
Thorndon, 8.2 km from Makara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great staff. Room was clean, comfortable bed."
Australia
Julia
The price is 1.909.339 ₫
2.195.740 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
WQ Wellington Quarter
Beach
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
13.5 km from Makara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Had a great stay"
Australia
Louise
The price is 2.061.595 ₫
2.370.880 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.2 km from Makara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Was a great stay!😄"
Australia
Natalie
The price is 1.795.617 ₫
2.064.960 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Naumi Studio Wellington
Luxury Penthouse, City View (4 King Beds) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.7 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (706)
"Great for a quick short stay! "
Australia
Geena
The price is 2.442.039 ₫
2.808.345 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington
4.5 star property
Pipitea, 8.4 km from Makara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Nice modern hotel with helpful staff. We chose a room with a sea view and enjoyed it. "
Australia
Kim
The price is 2.645.443 ₫
3.042.221 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rydges Wellington
Daily continental breakfast (NZD 25 per person)
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.7 km from Makara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (642)
"Great room amazing view. Helpful staff. Quiet "
United States
Joseph
The price is 1.117.220 ₫
1.284.864 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Restaurant
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"It's a great central location"
Australia
Sr
The price is 1.785.641 ₫
2.053.487 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Presidential Suite | View from room
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8.2 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great room, easy walking distance to town, overall a good stay! "
United States
Stephanie
The price is 3.732.540 ₫
4.292.421 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Exterior
Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8.1 km from Makara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (628)
"This is a great hotel right downtown. Next to a Woolworths and shopping. Would stay here again. "
Canada
Allyson
The price is 2.194.643 ₫
2.523.839 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quest 256 Lambton
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 7.7 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (532)
"Good location, comfortable stay"
Australia
XIAOXI
The price is 2.252.855 ₫
2.590.783 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 8.8 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Such a great stay, highly recommend. The most comfy beds, beautiful room layout with plenty of space. Super funky, really enjoyed our weekend getaway!"
Australia
Sally
The price is 2.987.366 ₫
3.435.471 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Meeting facility
Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (715)
"Great staff and superb property"
United Kingdom
ATUL
The price is 3.185.990 ₫
3.663.888 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sofitel Wellington
Blush King | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 8.2 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Beautiful hotel, in fantastic location "
Australia
Jaime
The price is 2.992.695 ₫
3.441.599 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Naumi Hotel Wellington
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Where to stay in Makara

Find the best Makara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

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

Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

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.

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Oriental Bay

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is Makara like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Wellington's Makara neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Karori Golf Club as part of your Makara travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Makara.
What can I see and do in this Wellington neighbourhood?
Karori Golf Club is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Makara. When you're sightseeing around the area, Zealandia and Makara Beach are a couple of other sights to visit.