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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

1. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is ￥17,933
￥20,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Intrepid Hotel
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

2. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is ￥13,448
￥15,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

3. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Clean room staff are great and friendly everything you need for shopping is close great food shops 2min walk down road parking is easy to find"
Australia
Morgan
The price is ￥12,471
￥14,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Exterior

4. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (785 reviews)
"Beautiful stay with great Brekky service - all amenities were great!"
Australia
ANITA
The price is ￥19,739
￥22,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Sofitel Wellington
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

5. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
Germany
Tobias
The price is ￥8,063
￥9,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The Marion Hostel
A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

6. Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 reviews)
"Gorgeous retro style rooms, very comfy bed, wonderful staff & close to Te Papa Museum and other attractions. Right in Oriental Bay where you can walk for miles around the waterfront of you want. Would definitely stay here again."
Canada
Cindy
The price is ￥19,767
￥22,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Ohtel Wellington
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

7. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is ￥14,480
￥16,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Bolton Hotel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

8. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (863 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Small but nice rooms that are perfect for just sleeping for a few nights. Excellently stationed just off of Courtenay place and the staff are always lovely. Would happily stay here again."
Australia
Ashley
The price is ￥12,471
￥14,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Pool

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and very helpful staff, really good location."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is ￥23,377
￥26,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is ￥9,496
￥11,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Love the room and friendly staffs. The place is very affordable and accessible to everything."
Australia
Enrico
The price is ￥15,404
￥17,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

12. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Friendly staff & clean rooms, spa bath in family room was a bonus"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ￥15,373
￥17,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Southgate Motor Inn
Room

13. QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very central. Fantastic staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is ￥16,960
￥19,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
QT Wellington
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, featuring a prominent entrance with a canopy.

14. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,189 reviews)
"Great location to Wellington city. Very spacious rooms, everything you need."
Australia
Rachel
The price is ￥12,308
￥14,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Adina CityLife Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

15. U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection

U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (438 reviews)
"Excellent location. So close to everything. Loved having a kitchen, and balcony, which for a city can be hard to find."
Australia
Angela
The price is ￥17,977
￥20,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
A modern balcony with a wooden table and seating, large glass doors, and a view of buildings and hills.

16. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,381 reviews)
"Good location and easy booking and check in"
Australia
Susan
The price is ￥15,884
￥18,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Boulcott Suites
A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

17. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,807 reviews)
"Super nice and good location."
Canada
Kailie
The price is ￥13,159
￥15,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

18. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, room was clean and I felt safe."
United States
Gretchen
The price is ￥9,869
￥11,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Naumi Studio Wellington
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped area with trees.

19. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff, offering great tips on where to visit and eat. Beautiful hotel, lovely decor, quiet and away from the bustle of the Central City, but close enough to walk into the CBD."
Australia
Emma
The price is ￥13,949
￥16,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
A modern hotel room with large windows, a round table, two blue armchairs, and a remote control on the table.

20. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay."
Australia
Kylie
The price is ￥12,810
￥14,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington
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Compare top hotels near Carter Observatory

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

The Intrepid Hotel

4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
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A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4.5 star property
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
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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

4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
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Exterior

Sofitel Wellington

5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
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A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

The Marion Hostel

2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
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9.8
Exceptional
255 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
316 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
296 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
785 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
77 reviews
The price is ￥17,933
￥20,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The price is ￥13,448
￥15,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ￥12,471
￥14,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The price is ￥19,739
￥22,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The price is ￥8,063
￥9,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Other attractions near Carter Observatory

A historic windmill exhibit with a wooden structure, glass panels, and a metal fence.

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.
Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
Wellington CBD

10/10 Excellent

I booked this hotel based on reviews only. I went to Yelp and Expedia for reviews before I booked it. The room they gave me is quite spacious. The bed is comfortable and clean. The bathroom, although the shampoo was not coming out of the bottle, when I messaged them if they could check it, they did within 30 minutes, also clean. There is a washer/dryer combo and was able to wash/dry my clothes before my flight back to Los Angeles. It is also located in the heart of Lambton Quay, a few steps from...
United States
Edie Mendoza
Reviewed August 8, 2026
Quest 256 Lambton

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 InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

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. Old St Paul's, Parliament House, and Te Aro Pa are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.