Wairarapa
Travel Guide
Visit Wairarapa
Where to stay in Wairarapa
Masterton Central
If you're spending some time in Masterton Central, Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History and Museum of Early Childhood are top sights worth seeing.
Solway
While visiting Solway, you might make a stop by sights like Old Stick & Rudder Company and Vintage Aviation Museum.
Clareville
While Clareville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gladstone Vineyard and Old Stick & Rudder Company.
Lansdowne
If you're spending some time in Lansdowne, Henley Lake and Queen Elizabeth Park are top sights worth seeing.
Te Ore Ore
Te Ore Ore might not have many top sights, but Henley Lake and Museum of Early Childhood are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Homebush
While Homebush isn't home to many top sights, Old Stick & Rudder Company and Henley Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Room is clean and I love the breakfast buffet
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rooms are really clean, no stocks at all in the mini bar, not even bottled water. The Entertainment set up for the in room Tv is outdated by at least 10 years, wasn’t easy to relax as the hallways are very noisy- noise transfer . Beds are ok but maybe a 7/10 Bar staff downstairs were really ...
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Still in the process of new owners taking over, so for example can’t accept Amex yet. Most things remain the same - lots of opportunities for new owners to improve, from a fairly average spa with only a few jets working for 3 minutes at a time, to noisy rooms with average aircon. Breakfast very overpriced ...
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Parehua Resort
Great and professional staff
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Greytown Campground
Lovely spot, thank you!
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
On the Beach at Castlepoint
A gorgeous cottage with panoramic views of the beach and lighthouse. Wonderful communication from our host. Very clean and well presented. Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Popular places to visit
Castlepoint Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Castlepoint Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Castlepoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Castlepoint Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Castlepoint with a stop at Castlepoint Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Cape Palliser Lighthouse
After visiting Cape Palliser Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Palliser. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Martinborough Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martinborough Vineyard during your travels to Martinborough. While in this quaint area, you can savor the wineries.
Palliser Estate
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Palliser Estate during your travels to Martinborough. While in this quaint area, you can savor the wineries.
Stonehenge Aotearoa
You can find out about the history of Greytown when you stop by Stonehenge Aotearoa. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the wineries.
Things to do
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
