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Our top choices for Makara hotels

Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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 ￥19,134
￥22,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Ohtel Wellington
Exterior
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 ￥17,401
￥20,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Ava Lodge
Exterior
Motel 22

Motel 22

Motel 22
2.0 star property
19.8 km from Makara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"The room was clean."
Australia
Adrian
The price is ￥11,839
￥13,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Motel 22
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 ￥12,315
￥14,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Family Room, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
ASURE Green Gables Motel

ASURE Green Gables Motel

ASURE Green Gables Motel
4.0 star property
21.6 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183)
"Room was good although wear and tear was showing. The heater in the room is quite noisy."
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥12,293
￥14,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
ASURE Green Gables Motel
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, (91)
"Great location and a stylish, well-equipped room."
Australia
Evelyn
The price is ￥17,972
￥20,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Cobbler Hotel
Exterior
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 ￥15,880
￥18,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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 ￥20,452
￥23,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
U Suites on Manners
Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Airport Stays

Airport Stays

Airport Stays
3.0 star property
Miramar, 12.2 km from Makara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"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 ￥15,612
￥18,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Airport Stays
Meeting facility
Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (718)
"Great staff and superb property"
United Kingdom
ATUL
The price is ￥17,480
￥20,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Sofitel Wellington
Lobby
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 8.8 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
"Nice people- close to Ferry"
Australia
Ian
The price is ￥12,002
￥13,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
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 ￥16,716
￥23,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
U Suites on Victoria
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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, (126)
"Super easy check in and out, friendly and helpful staff. Great location to walk around Wellington CBD. Clean and spacious, equipped with everything we needed for a short stay."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is ￥10,081
￥11,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Apartment | Living area
U Suites on Jessie

U Suites on Jessie

U Suites on Jessie
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 8.6 km from Makara
The price is ￥24,681
￥35,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
U Suites on Jessie
View from room
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 ￥9,356
￥10,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Mana Motel
Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, 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, (416)
"Clean room and very friendly staff"
Australia
Elaine
The price is ￥17,018
￥19,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1420)
"Good location and had everything we needed."
Australia
Jonathan
The price is ￥10,202
￥11,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Dining
U Suites on Egmont

U Suites on Egmont

U Suites on Egmont
2.5 star property
Te Aro, 8.4 km from Makara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (11)
"nice big room was great "
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ￥13,078
￥15,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
U Suites on Egmont
Premium Studio with Kitchen (Newly Refurbished) | 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)
"Handy location, great shower"
Australia
Nick
The price is ￥15,891
￥18,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Newlands Court Motel
Front of property
Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
4.0 star property
12.3 km from Makara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (190)
"Great location to food and entertainment. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ￥14,468
￥16,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
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Where to stay in Makara

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

Wellington CBD

Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car.

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

Te Aro

Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Wellington showing a sunset, a bridge and a bay or harbor

Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating 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

Nestled between the Hutt River and Wellington Harbour, Petone boasts a sandy beach for family swimming and a historic main street with unique businesses. Explore the Petone Settlers Museum or stroll along the Hutt River.

Oriental Bay

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

Top Makara Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Funky style"
Vincent 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Naumi Studio Wellington

Frequently asked questions

What is Makara like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Wellington's Makara neighborhood. 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 fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Makara.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Makara?
For additional details about updating your trip to Makara or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Wellington neighborhood?
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.

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