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The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 8.2 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (524)
"Nice central location tucked a little bit out of the way."
Australia
Michael
The price is 1.812.053 ₫
2.083.815 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
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Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge
4.5 star property
18.3 km from Makara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (392)
"Very clean and spacious "
Australia
Damian
The price is 2.909.104 ₫
3.345.470 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Ava Lodge
Water view
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 2.058.915 ₫
2.367.798 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.4 km from Makara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Great place! Wonderful staff and really great restaurants nearby. Can’t go wrong at The Cobbler!"
United States
Keb
The price is 2.891.539 ₫
3.325.270 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
The Cobbler Hotel
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Motel 22

Motel 22

Motel 22
2.0 star property
19.8 km from Makara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Clean and comfortable room,reasonably price,highly recommend"
Canada
Ceyhan
The price is 1.979.253 ₫
2.276.141 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Motel 22
Lobby
Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 9.1 km from Makara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (360)
"The staff were very helpful. Could not have had a better stay."
United States
Sheldon
The price is 3.041.933 ₫
3.498.231 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Ohtel Wellington
Penthouse Four | Living area | Flat-screen TV
70 Tory Apartment Hotel

70 Tory Apartment Hotel

70 Tory Apartment Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.7 km from Makara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (204)
"Great stay"
Australia
Joseph
The price is 2.639.571 ₫
3.035.507 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
70 Tory Apartment Hotel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Airport Stays

Airport Stays

Airport Stays
3.0 star property
Miramar, 12.2 km from Makara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Fabulous accommodation just a short walk from the airport complex. Very clean and quiet with easy public transport links to Wellington CBD."
Australia
Kevin
The price is 2.978.179 ₫
3.424.906 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Airport Stays
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.5 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124)
"The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay."
Canada
Inna
The price is 1.814.803 ₫
2.087.023 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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 2.816.119 ₫
3.238.537 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sofitel Wellington
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Makara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (121)
"Friendly helpful lady at the reception. Clean room and comfortable warm bed"
Australia
Kylie
The price is 2.324.637 ₫
2.673.333 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Newlands Court Motel
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
U Suites on Manners

U Suites on Manners

U Suites on Manners
3.5 star property
Te Aro, 8.3 km from Makara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (69)
"Very conveniently located - right on Cuba Street."
Australia
Michael
The price is 3.312.124 ₫
3.808.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
U Suites on Manners
City Apartment | Living area | 50-inch LED TV with satellite channels
U Suites on Victoria

U Suites on Victoria

U Suites on Victoria
Te Aro, 8.2 km from Makara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9)
"Was such a nice place to stay. Had everything we needed. It was so unexpectedly quiet despite the lively location. Great value for money."
Australia
Olivia
The price is 2.515.139 ₫
3.656.216 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
U Suites on Victoria
Front of property
Mana Motel

Mana Motel

Mana Motel
2.0 star property
25.6 km from Makara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (49)
"It was perfect for a stopover night."
Australia
Erica
The price is 1.700.232 ₫
1.955.343 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Mana Motel
Reception
The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.2 km from Makara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (193)
"Great room, friendly staff."
Australia
Paige
The price is 3.706.119 ₫
4.262.037 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
The Intrepid Hotel
King Studio + 1 Single | Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.6 km from Makara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (414)
"A terrific value- a very spacious, clean room with kitchen, close to everything, complete with patio (love the fresh air)! Would recommend!"
United States
Marty
The price is 3.406.574 ₫
3.917.560 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
88 Wallace Court Motel

88 Wallace Court Motel

88 Wallace Court Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Cook, 8.5 km from Makara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (184)
"Awesome place and staff easy access for parking nice rooms"
Australia
Morgan
The price is 1.909.515 ₫
2.195.942 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
88 Wallace Court Motel
Comfort Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Trentham Motel

Trentham Motel

Trentham Motel
2.0 star property
33.6 km from Makara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place to stay, very clean and tidy, excellent location for our visit. The host was very accommodating for our early check in"
Australia
Paul
The price is 1.992.537 ₫
2.291.418 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Trentham Motel
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown, 9 km from Makara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"I always enjoy staying at the Southgate when my husband is in Wlgtn hospital. It means I can park my car and walk across the road without having to navigate through heavy traffic or limited parking. The receptionist is always super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend staying here."
Australia
Kellie
The price is 2.037.681 ₫
2.343.356 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Southgate Motor Inn
Meeting facility
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 8.8 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and beautiful room"
Australia
Ruth
The price is 3.357.996 ₫
3.861.650 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
QT 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.
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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 Botanic Gardens are a couple of other sights to visit.