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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.
A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.
A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.
A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Shelley
￥13,587
￥15,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Quest 256 Lambton
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."
A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Kelly
￥12,536
￥14,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There is a leather sofa with cushions and a small wooden table.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Tamara
￥13,105
￥15,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Cobbler Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.
A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.
A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

4. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Morgan
￥13,265
￥15,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.
A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.
A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

5. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Murray
￥20,668
￥23,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Sofitel Wellington
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Jennifer
￥13,710
￥15,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.
A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

7. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
France
Florian
￥8,215
￥9,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Marion Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.
A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

8. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Laura
￥15,731
￥18,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Bolton Hotel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.
A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Gayle
￥11,339
￥13,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.
A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.
A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Natasha
￥24,456
￥28,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.
A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

11. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Gill
￥16,897
￥19,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Boulcott Suites
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.
A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.
A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Mega
￥13,927
￥16,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.
A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Alastair
￥13,998
￥16,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Adina CityLife Wellington
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a bowl of fruit.

14. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
United States
Glen
￥12,094
￥13,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Quest on Thorndon
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.
A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.
A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

15. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Jo
￥10,606
￥12,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.
A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a distant hill.
A modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

16. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Judy
￥17,208
￥19,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.
A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

17. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Kurt
￥8,603
￥10,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

18. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Colleen
￥13,195
￥15,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Southgate Motor Inn
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.
A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.
A corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.
A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Mario
￥10,951
￥12,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A group of people dining at a table with a city view.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view.
Three children looking out a large window at a cityscape with mountains in the background.

20. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory
Australia
Kerry
￥14,739
￥16,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.
Quest 256 Lambton
9.8
Exceptional
777 reviews
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A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
The Intrepid Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
238 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.
The Cobbler Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
9.4
Exceptional
284 reviews
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A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
Sofitel Wellington
9.4
Exceptional
777 reviews
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good
"Friendly team, was able to check in when arrived an hour early which was very helpful woth 2 kids. Room was spacious enough. Location was great, right in central wellington and 2 min walk to the cable car."
Mazabeen 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, excellent location, clean and nice restaurant food"
Sheryl 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Bolton Hotel
Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Good, clean, easy. Very central"
Sam 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Boulcott Suites
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very helpful and welcoming staff, nice pleasant cozy rooms. Good hygiene standards. Totally recommend it and I look forward for next visit."
Aditya 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable room and great service."
Aleisha 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Rydges Wellington
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Size"
Joshua 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Adina CityLife Wellington
Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff"
Kashti 27-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments
Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"If Expedia provided discounts will be great."
Merlin 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Novotel Wellington
Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean request was very good Overall very satisfying"
Padam 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sofitel Wellington

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?
Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 149 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Carter Observatory?
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Carter Observatory. Other good options close by include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carter Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Carter Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Carter Observatory?
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What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?
You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Cable Car Museum. Parliament House, Te Aro Pa, and Old St Paul's are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theater.