Wellington Waterfront

Wellington

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, situated near a body of water with steps leading down to it.
A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a bridge over water, and a calm river reflecting lights.
A statue of a human figure overlooking a waterfront cityscape with buildings and hills in the background.

Stay near popular Wellington Waterfront attractions

A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.

Te Papa

9.4/10 (3,522 reviews)
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

￥3,118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

￥9,800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

￥7,572
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington

￥5,791
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

￥15,590
per adult
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

￥1,158
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
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Wellington Waterfront Hotel Deals

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is ￥15,401 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥15,401
￥17,712 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is ￥20,902 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥20,902
￥24,037 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2026

QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is ￥17,741 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
￥17,741
￥20,542 total
Nov 21 - Nov 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
"Do not stay here. There is no reception, no one to check you in. You will stand outside the hotel for 30 minutes waiting for an AI to send you online confirmation. This is after calling an actual human to check you in, who just directs you online as the only way to check in, and then becomes impossible ..."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ￥18,151 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥18,151
￥20,874 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 ...
Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ￥12,987 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥12,987
￥14,935 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,804 reviews)
"Don’t order the room service curry unless you can tolerate super spicy food. Should have come with a 5 chilli spice level warning. I had an upset stomach, sweating and couldn’t get to sleep."

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥9,156 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
￥9,156
￥10,617 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Naumi Studio Wellington
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Where to stay in Wellington Waterfront

Find the best Wellington Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum 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.

A mountainous landscape with a prominent snow-capped peak, dense green forest, and rugged terrain.

Mount Cook

While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Wellington Waterfront