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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

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

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (808 reviews)
"Room staff were very helpful and attentive, and the coffee was amazing. We had a very enjoyable stay, location is great. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Lavina.
The price is ￥13,734
￥15,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quest 256 Lambton
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is ￥17,051
￥19,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Intrepid Hotel
A modern dining area with a glass table set for six, surrounded by comfortable seating.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (781 reviews)
"Great service, clean tidy restaurant fabulous"
Australia
Craig
The price is ￥20,686
￥23,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sofitel Wellington
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

4. 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, (295 reviews)
"Very clean bathroom. Reasonably priced for the room size and location. Heaps of restaurants around."
Australia
Norman
The price is ￥13,819
￥15,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

5. 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 ￥13,819
￥15,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

6. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hostel !"
France
Florian
The price is ￥7,951
￥9,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Marion Hostel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

7. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is ￥9,386
￥11,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Pool

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel, very comfortable and quiet."
Australia
Natasha
The price is ￥24,614
￥28,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (858 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 ￥13,348
￥15,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

10. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is ￥13,052
￥15,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Bolton Hotel
A modern balcony with a wooden table and seating, large glass doors, and a view of buildings and hills.

11. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,377 reviews)
"Very nice rooms. Close to the CBD. Staff very accommodating."
Australia
chris
The price is ￥15,903
￥18,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Boulcott Suites
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

12. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Quiet, central and very comfortable."
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥15,355
￥17,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"We had stayed there before, we came back to stay again and we will come back!"
Australia
Megan
The price is ￥12,127
￥14,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Quest on Thorndon
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

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, (1,177 reviews)
"We had an overnight stay at this hotel and loved it. The location was fabulous, reception staff were friendly and having a kitchen within our 2 bedroom accommodation was a bonus. Would certainly stay with you again"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is ￥13,889
￥15,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Adina CityLife Wellington
A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

15. 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, (1,805 reviews)
"Centrally located, clean and the buffet breakfast was good."
Canada
Ken
The price is ￥11,497
￥13,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

16. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (436 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 ￥19,322
￥22,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

17. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay, lovely staff."
Australia
Brent
The price is ￥9,756
￥11,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Naumi Studio Wellington
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

18. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,635 reviews)
"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."
Australia
Georgia
The price is ￥10,586
￥12,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

19. 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 ￥12,492
￥14,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Southgate Motor Inn
Room

20. 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 ￥21,111
￥24,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
QT Wellington
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Compare top hotels near Carter Observatory

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

Quest 256 Lambton

3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
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A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

The Intrepid Hotel

4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
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A modern dining area with a glass table set for six, surrounded by comfortable seating.

Sofitel Wellington

5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 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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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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9.8
Exceptional
808 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
251 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
781 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
295 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
316 reviews
The price is ￥13,734
￥15,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥17,051
￥19,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥20,686
￥23,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The price is ￥13,819
￥15,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ￥13,819
￥15,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Good room."
louise 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

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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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.