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A coastal view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses and a cruise ship in the distance.

A residential street with houses, a clear sky, and a view of the sea.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a view of the ocean and houses.

A large cruise ship with multiple decks and a white hull, sailing near a coastline with rocky cliffs and a lighthouse in the background.

1. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

1.1 km from Tarakena Bay

Kathy

￥11,947

￥13,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern kitchen with a kettle, a black organizer with various items, and a yellow towel in a drawer.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and two dark blue chairs with a unique design.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a contact number, and the name 'Airport Stays' indicating a Wellington accommodation.

2. Airport Stays

2.2 km from Tarakena Bay

Kate

￥14,414

￥16,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

A modern interior with a large decorative wall, a wooden partition, and a seating area with chairs.

A bar area with a glass display case of pastries and a seating area with booths and tables.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a martini glass.

3. Rydges Wellington Airport

1.6 km from Tarakena Bay

￥16,187

￥18,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

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.

4. Quest 256 Lambton

7.5 km from Tarakena Bay

Shelley

￥12,718

￥14,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

5. The Intrepid Hotel

6.6 km from Tarakena Bay

Kelly

￥17,032

￥19,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

A motor lodge with a sign indicating vacancy.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of people on the shore.

6. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

14 km from Tarakena Bay

Eric

￥13,978

￥16,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

5.1 km from Tarakena Bay

Sarah

￥12,834

￥14,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

8. The Cobbler Hotel

6.6 km from Tarakena Bay

Tamara

￥14,998

￥17,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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 modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

9. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

6.6 km from Tarakena Bay

Norman

￥13,111

￥15,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

10. The Marion Hostel

6.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Florian

￥8,567

￥9,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOFITEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. Sofitel Wellington

8 km from Tarakena Bay

Timothy

￥19,655

￥22,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

A modern apartment building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

A modern building with a reception area, a red section, and a sign indicating it's a lodge motel.

12. Ava Lodge

14.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Sarah

￥13,101

￥15,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

13. Ohtel Wellington

6.3 km from Tarakena Bay

Julian

￥17,882

￥20,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

14. Bolton Hotel

8 km from Tarakena Bay

Shane

￥14,419

￥16,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

15. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

6.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Gayle

￥11,169

￥12,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

16. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

7.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Rob

￥23,663

￥27,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

17. Liberty Apartment Hotel

6.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Tracey

￥9,406

￥10,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

18. Adina CityLife Wellington

7.4 km from Tarakena Bay

Mohammad

￥11,654

￥13,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

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.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

19. Southgate Motor Inn

4.9 km from Tarakena Bay

Stephen

￥15,880

￥18,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a large window.

A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

7.5 km from Tarakena Bay

Sarah

￥14,348

￥16,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Tarakena Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 161 reviews	View
Airport Stays	9.6 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Rydges Wellington Airport	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 798 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 246 reviews	View

Top Tarakena Bay Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

8/10 Good

"Great central location. The trade off was it was a bit noisy on Friday night"

Light, Modern + Close to Everything

8/10 Good

"Good space"

Peninsula Escape

10/10 Excellent

"An immaculate accommodation and a great location. We enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend it to other family members visiting. The host is friendly and available if required. The beds are so comfortable and the apartment is well equipped. A great place to stay and close to the airport."

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff . The rooms were spotless and very comfortable. Easy access to lifts and the surrounding streets."

Stunning beachside family retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place, very well equipped with all you need and more (lots in the kitchen, games, piano...!)Easy comms, comfortable...Definitely recommended"

Brentwood Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I likecthe friendly, helpful ataff"

U Suites Kilbirnie

8/10 Good

"Awesome location, parking only 60 min so a bit of a pain if you are around in the day. Great layout and all that we needed. Would definitely stay again :)"

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful view from our window of the ocean. The room was very well presented with everything we could need. Both hosts were very welcoming. Close to the airport. "

Tiromoana Beachfront Cottage. Worser Bay the heart of Wellington"s film Industry

10/10 Excellent

"This place was amazing. The check in was very easy and straight forward. The owner was very communicative and even reached out to me to make sure I had the check in instructions. It is located directly across from a beautiful bay. You can enjoy dining with a full view of the bay and then walk across the street to sit on the beach. "

Other attractions near Tarakena Bay

A beach with boats and a rocky island in the distance.

Island Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A zoo building with a green roof and a lion mural.

Wellington Zoo

8.6/10 (473 reviews)

Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.

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Wahine Memorial Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wahine Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Ataturk Memorial

You can learn about the history of Wellington with a stop at Ataturk Memorial. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Miramar Golf Club

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Wellington at Miramar Golf Club. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Princess Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Princess Beach during your travels in Wellington? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Houghton Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Houghton Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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ASB Sports Centre

10.0/10 (6 reviews)

Catch an event at ASB Sports Centre during your trip to Wellington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tarakena Bay?

Tarakena Bay is located in Wellington. You'll find 261 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Tarakena Bay?

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tarakena Bay. Other good choices within 5 miles include Rydges Wellington Airport and Airport Stays.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tarakena Bay?

Expedia has 261 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Tarakena Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tarakena Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Tarakena Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Tarakena Bay?

To find more details about updating your stay near Tarakena Bay or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Tarakena Bay?

Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Carter Observatory feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like Te Aro Pa, BATS Theatre, and Colonial Cottage Museum. You can catch a show at St James Theatre, Michael Fowler Centre, and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Tarakena Bay hotels

1. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

2. Airport Stays

3. Rydges Wellington Airport

4. Quest 256 Lambton

5. The Intrepid Hotel

6. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. The Cobbler Hotel

9. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

10. The Marion Hostel

11. Sofitel Wellington

12. Ava Lodge

13. Ohtel Wellington

14. Bolton Hotel

15. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

16. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

17. Liberty Apartment Hotel

18. Adina CityLife Wellington

19. Southgate Motor Inn

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

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Top Tarakena Bay Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

Light, Modern + Close to Everything

Peninsula Escape

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Stunning beachside family retreat

Brentwood Hotel

U Suites Kilbirnie

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Tiromoana Beachfront Cottage. Worser Bay the heart of Wellington"s film Industry

Other attractions near Tarakena Bay

Island Bay Beach

Wellington Zoo

Wahine Memorial Park

Ataturk Memorial

Miramar Golf Club

Princess Beach

Houghton Bay Beach

ASB Sports Centre

Frequently asked questions