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Our top choices for Makara Beach vacation rentals

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

1. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (315 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is ￥12,932
￥14,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

2. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is ￥9,447
￥11,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

3. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (588 reviews)
"We had stayed there before, we came back to stay again and we will come back!"
Australia
Megan
The price is ￥12,076
￥14,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Quest on Thorndon
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
4.5 star property
Hutt Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (200 reviews)
"Clean, dining option was great"
Australia
Nick
The price is ￥11,817
￥13,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

5. Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge
4.5 star property
Petone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (411 reviews)
"Ava Lodge reliably delivers excellent value clean modern comfortable rooms with friendly staff and a great location close to restaurants and easy parking 😊"
Australia
Brigitte
The price is ￥12,419
￥14,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Ava Lodge
Front of property

6. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,175 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
Australia
Mohammad
The price is ￥13,980
￥16,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Adina CityLife Wellington
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

7. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,626 reviews)
"Fantastic stay! Room comfortable and very clean, parking easy, great location and the staff were amazing. Will definitely stay again when in Wellington."
Australia
Nicola
The price is ￥11,209
￥12,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a clean, white facade, a sign for 'Park Hotel', and a 'Fuel Espresso' shop to the left.

8. Park Hotel Lambton Quay

Park Hotel Lambton Quay
2.5 star property
Wellington CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (333 reviews)
"Perfect location to stay and enjoy all that Wellington has to offer at your fingertips. Walking distance to everything. Absolutely perfect for WoW!"
Australia
Crystal
The price is ￥11,463
￥13,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Park Hotel Lambton Quay
A modern hotel room with large windows, a round table, two blue armchairs, and a remote control on the table.

9. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington
4.5 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (596 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay."
Australia
Kylie
The price is ￥14,353
￥16,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington
A hotel lobby with a vertical garden wall, a reception desk, and a green seating area.

10. Astelia Apartment Hotel

Astelia Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,722 reviews)
"Great location, spacious rooms & comfortable bed"
New Zealand
Penny
The price is ￥12,574
￥14,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Astelia Apartment Hotel
A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, a door with a keycard reader, and a sign indicating room number 402.

11. Mt. Victoria Studio | Bath + Full Kitchen

Mt. Victoria Studio | Bath + Full Kitchen
Mount Victoria
The price is ￥9,289
￥19,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Mt. Victoria Studio | Bath + Full Kitchen
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

12. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Very clean bathroom. Reasonably priced for the room size and location. Heaps of restaurants around."
Australia
Norman
The price is ￥13,211
￥15,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, and a large window with a city view.

13. Quest on the Terrace

Quest on the Terrace
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD
7.8 out of 10, Good, (849 reviews)
"It was very convenient."
Australia
Ali
The price is ￥10,497
￥12,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Quest on the Terrace
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a black building with a triangular roof, and a forested hillside in the background.

14. The Terrace Villas - Executive Apts

The Terrace Villas - Executive Apts
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Great accommodation - good location - lots of space"
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥17,457
￥20,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Terrace Villas - Executive Apts
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

15. Thorndon Heritage Listed Villa

Thorndon Heritage Listed Villa
Thorndon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Beautiful accommodation, walking distance from great village shops, botanical garden, and the city"
New Zealand
MAX T.
The price is ￥12,504
￥21,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Thorndon Heritage Listed Villa
A modern kitchen with a large island, a clock on the wall, and large windows overlooking greenery.

16. big sale was 158 dollars now from 108 dollars

big sale was 158 dollars now from 108 dollars
Paparangi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Great house in a quiet street."
United Kingdom
David B.
The price is ￥12,701
￥23,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
big sale was 158 dollars now from 108 dollars
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large plant.

17. Wellington City Loft | Parking + Kitchen

Wellington City Loft | Parking + Kitchen
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Located in the centre of Wellington, this place it perfect for those without transport and if you do, there is a secure carpark. I loved that we had a peaceful haven to rest, reset and recooperate. Everything you need it is provided for by the apartment and everything else is at your doorstep. We will be staying here again."
United States
Mary-Kaye W.
The price is ￥11,879
￥21,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Wellington City Loft | Parking + Kitchen
A hot tub with a covered table, a potted plant, and a chair on a balcony with a sliding glass door.

18. City Spa Retreat

City Spa Retreat
Wadestown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautifully appointed spacious studio with friendly hosts. Very private and the perfect getaway."
New Zealand
Charlotte H.
The price is ￥16,524
￥34,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
City Spa Retreat
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted artwork.

19. Petone Studio Stay | Balcony + Bath and Tub

Petone Studio Stay | Balcony + Bath and Tub
Petone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"."
United States
Glen H.
The price is ￥11,343
￥20,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Petone Studio Stay | Balcony + Bath and Tub
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

20. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,374 reviews)
"Very nice rooms. Close to the CBD. Staff very accommodating."
Australia
chris
The price is ￥15,937
￥18,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Boulcott Suites
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was wonderful"
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Makara Beach?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals near popular points of interest in Makara Beach, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for relaxation.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Makara Beach?

Sensational Views, 2 Car Parks, Close to Everything: This vacation home rental near Makara Beach offers a patio, a barbecue grill, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a selection of books.

What’s there to see and do in Makara Beach?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Wellington Zoo, or get outside and enjoy nature at Makara Beach. Interislander Ferry Terminal and New Zealand Parliament Buildings are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Makara Beach like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for a couple days or more in Makara Beach. Vacation rentals provide amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for family trips or small group gatherings.