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Wellington

A rope bridge over a rocky terrain with a cityscape in the background.
A zoo building with a green roof and a lion mural.
A giraffe with a patterned coat and large ears, standing in a grassy area with trees in the background.
A meerkat standing upright.
An otter resting on rocks near water.

Stay near popular Newtown attractions

Wellington Zoo

8.6/10 (473 reviews)
Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.
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Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

￥3,286
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

￥7,980
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

￥15,631
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

￥10,327
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

￥5,164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

￥8,919
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
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Newtown Hotel Deals

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4.5 out of 5
22 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥12,576 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥12,576
￥14,604 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (307 reviews)
"Great place to stay, especially if you have family coming through for out of region surgery as located directly across the road from the hospital with supermarket and local shops within walking distance. Property was clean, cozy and comfortable, parking out the back was super easy/accessible + staff ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn

2.5 out of 5
70 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥12,246 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
￥12,246
￥14,120 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Sir Edmund ...
9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"Straight across from Wellington Hospital, so easy walk across road. Everything clean and had ev"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Southgate Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ￥11,305 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
￥11,305
￥13,001 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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 ￥14,457 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
￥14,457
￥16,626 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Busy hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ￥15,740 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
￥15,740
￥18,101 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ￥10,801 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥10,801
￥12,422 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,583 reviews)
"Great location. Close to central city but quiet. Nice and clean room. Access to free EV charging even though limited to 1 station."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Where to stay in Newtown

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A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

Te Aro

Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

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

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

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

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