Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a city
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington showing a city, a bay or harbour and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

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.

Te Papa
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Catch an event at TSB Bank Arena during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Wellington City and Sea, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park

Frank Kitts Park

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Frank Kitts Park
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

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.

Cuba Street Mall

Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street,, Te Aro,, Wellington
The price is 2.729.063 ₫ per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
2.729.063 ₫
3.138.468 ₫ total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed very much. Very unique decoration at the lobby but the room was modern and nice. swimming pool, gym, and spa we used. All good!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is 3.175.104 ₫ per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
3.175.104 ₫
3.651.370 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Initially we had done problems. Water temperature in room was terrible. Some staff in bar not friendly/helpful. However - when speaking to concierge he immediately rectified the issues. Changed our room and treated us well. His customer service made a big difference. French waitress at Hippo restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

QT Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is 1.778.695 ₫ per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
1.778.695 ₫
2.045.499 ₫ total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,597 reviews)
"It was so convenient being able to take the lift right onto the main shopping strip! Great stay and the restaurant was fab too."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is 2.358.099 ₫ per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
2.358.099 ₫
2.711.814 ₫ total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We always stay at the Copthorne for its super handy location, close to shops, restaurants and the centre of town and we love the close up views of the harbour from the King Harbour View room we always choose. The staff are always welcoming, friendly and helpful. I would like a plunger in the room ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is 2.567.642 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
2.567.642 ₫
2.952.788 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"A very clean house. The staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent place to stay when flying to and from Wellington couldn’t be better."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is 2.431.702 ₫ per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
2.431.702 ₫
2.796.534 ₫ total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Conveniently located."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

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

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

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

Oriental Bay
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

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

Thorndon

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