Wellington Travel Guide

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Mount Victoria Lookout featuring a bay or harbour, a city and mountains
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Where to stay in Wellington

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
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.

Wellington Waterfront
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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
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Petone

4/5(7 area reviews)

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

Petone
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
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is 1.774.996 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
1.774.996 ₫
2.041.276 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
Room was clean

Reviewed on 5 Jan 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 2.411.318 ₫ per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
2.411.318 ₫
2.773.053 ₫ total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Didn't have breakfast, so no comment. The major restaurant was closed, but the Peltonen had a simple menu and their food was excellent. Well done to who ever is in charge of Food & Beverage there

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is 2.054.113 ₫ per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
2.054.113 ₫
2.362.230 ₫ total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,426 reviews)
Position of hotel to Wellington attractions was the biggest plus

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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! (1,426 reviews)
Position of hotel to Wellington attractions was the biggest plus

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites

4 out of 5
5 O'Reily Ave Wellington
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,286 reviews)
Would give it a 5/5 but the room didn’t have a functioning TV. Bed and shower were good. Staff were friendly.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Boulcott Suites
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! (500 reviews)
Staff were helpful.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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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Reviews of Wellington

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
54
5 - Excellent 60%
4 - Good
26
4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
10
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice waterfront city and easily wakeable around town and waterfront

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We loved it

5/5 - Excellent

Penny

Great place to visit if you love waterfront scenery, activities and city vibes at the same time

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Te Papa museum is a must when visiting Wellington with a trip up the cable car (a return ticket 9 dollars) but the views are fantastic. Cuba street have independent shops and a vibrant night life.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Would liked to have more time here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic capital, small, quirky, interesting, excellent museums and restaurants

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