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Looking for a peaceful retreat visit our Self-contained studio with own entrance

Apartment in Stokes Valley

Looking for a peaceful retreat visit our Self-contained studio with own entrance
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"The little view is a quiet cozy and relaxing place to stay and the host are awesome. Would definitely book again. "
Australia
Ben
The price is ￥13,504
￥22,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Looking for a peaceful retreat visit our Self-contained studio with own entrance
Front of property
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Aparthotel in Te Aro

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (496)
"Everything was perfect, staff was quite accommodating "
Australia
Gohar Afroze
The price is ￥10,415
￥11,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (North) | City view
Boulcott Suites

Aparthotel in Te Aro

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2282)
"Great staff, nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥13,548
￥15,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Boulcott Suites
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Aparthotel in Wellington CBD

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1415)
"Room was very clean, check in was quick and they booked a cab for when we were leaving. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ￥10,083
￥11,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Exterior
Adina CityLife Wellington

Aparthotel in Wellington CBD

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1047)
"Excellent location, brilliant facilities very clean "
United Kingdom
Lesley
The price is ￥10,747
￥12,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Adina CityLife Wellington
Exterior
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Aparthotel in Te Aro

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (233)
"Clean and comfortable room, good location, and friendly staff"
Australia
Martin
The price is ￥12,004
￥13,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Reception
Quest on Thorndon

Aparthotel in Pipitea

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (553)
"Very nice property and handy to the ferry"
Australia
Phillip
The price is ￥11,493
￥13,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Quest on Thorndon
Le Grand Two Bedroom Apartment | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Aparthotel in Newtown

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290)
"Great communication, parking and staff were lovely"
Australia
Jon
The price is ￥12,012
￥13,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Liberty Apartment Hotel

Apartment in Te Aro

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126)
"The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay."
Canada
Inna
The price is ￥10,656
￥12,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
70 Tory Apartment

Aparthotel in Te Aro

70 Tory Apartment
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (204)
"Great stay"
Australia
Joseph
The price is ￥15,485
￥17,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
70 Tory Apartment
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

Apartment in Hutt Central

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
"Nice place to stay "
Australia
Chun Lung Johnny
The price is ￥13,424
￥15,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
Deluxe Studio | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Park Hotel Lambton Quay

Aparthotel in Wellington CBD

Park Hotel Lambton Quay
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (264)
"Great location for us and our stay in Wlg. 2 bedroom apartment comfortable and quiet"
Australia
Ken
The price is ￥11,387
￥13,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Park Hotel Lambton Quay
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Astelia Apartment Hotel

Aparthotel in Te Aro

Astelia Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1692)
"good location and the bed was comfortable."
United States
Rachel
The price is ￥10,660
￥12,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Astelia Apartment Hotel
Exterior
Ava Lodge

Aparthotel in Petone

Ava Lodge
4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (392)
"Very clean and spacious "
Australia
Damian
The price is ￥17,317
￥19,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Ava Lodge
Interior
Apartment Heart of Wellington City - Balcony over the City Lights

Apartment in Te Aro

Apartment Heart of Wellington City - Balcony over the City Lights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"Very lovely and cosy stay at Sarah’s, truly recommended!"
Australia
Yunhao
The price is ￥9,990
￥21,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Apartment Heart of Wellington City - Balcony over the City Lights
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
U Suites Kilbirnie

Apartment in Kilbirnie

U Suites Kilbirnie
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31)
"Clean,spacious, close to the airport and economical. Will definetly be back."
Australia
Josh
The price is ￥21,943
￥25,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
U Suites Kilbirnie
Fitness facility
Quest on the Terrace

Aparthotel in Wellington CBD

Quest on the Terrace
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (820)
"Had a great stay, close to everything I needed and very quiet, so great sleep. "
Australia
Janet
The price is ￥11,782
￥13,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Quest on the Terrace
Interior
The Courtenay Chic Retreat 1BR Apartment

Apartment in Te Aro

The Courtenay Chic Retreat 1BR Apartment
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is ￥15,004
￥23,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Courtenay Chic Retreat 1BR Apartment
Lobby
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

Apartment in Pipitea

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
"Nice people- close to Ferry"
Australia
Ian
The price is ￥11,929
￥13,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
Smart TV, computer monitors
Comfy & Sunny home in Wellington

Vacation Home in Johnsonville

Comfy & Sunny home in Wellington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"We really enjoyed staying here. The access was a bit challenging but the house was very clean, comfortable and well appointed. Thank you so much "
New Zealand
Abby B.
The price is ￥16,187
￥30,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Comfy & Sunny home in Wellington
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Top Makara Beach Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable modern room with great location right downtown."
Kaitilin 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Makara Beach?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals near popular points of interest in Makara Beach, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for relaxation.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Makara Beach?

Perfect Getaway With The Best View: This vacation home rental near Makara Beach offers a balcony, a garden, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and an oven, so you can cook with friends or family.

What’s there to see and do in Makara Beach?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Museum of Wellington City and Sea, or get outside and enjoy nature at Makara Beach. Interislander Ferry Terminal and New Zealand Parliament Buildings are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Makara Beach like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for a couple days or more in Makara Beach. Vacation rentals provide amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for family trips or small group gatherings.