Te Aro

Wellington

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A modern building with a large billboard advertising an animation exhibition.
A tall building with a fingerprint design and the text "TE PAPA OUR PLACE" on its side.

Stay near popular Te Aro attractions

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Te Papa

9.4/10 (3,522 reviews)
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

￥3,286
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

￥7,980
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

￥15,631
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

￥10,327
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

￥5,164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

￥8,919
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
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Te Aro Hotel Deals

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥12,740 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
￥12,740
￥14,651 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"All went well , the homeless outside could have been problematic but did not hinder stay, the security was present but once in room no issues"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is ￥19,086 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
￥19,086
￥21,949 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"My stay couldn’t have gone better. The staff were all very courteous, and attentive. My flight landed a bit early for check-in and while I dropped my bags off the staff at the front desk was able to get my room turned over remarkably quickly for me which was very appreciated after a long flight. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Willis Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
355 Willis St Wellington
The price is ￥5,659 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
￥5,659
￥6,602 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Willis Wellington Hotel
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is ￥12,248 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
￥12,248
￥14,085 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
West Plaza Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

4 out of 5
15 Tory Street, Te Aro Wellington
The price is ￥14,130 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
￥14,130
￥16,249 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (820 reviews)
"Great location, team always willing to help!"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington
The price is ￥13,464 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
￥13,464
￥15,484 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (586 reviews)
"Great spot though a little disappointing when I left a charger and other cables in a plastic container no contact from the Hotel."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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Where to stay in Te Aro

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Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.

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Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes, and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Hnry Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Te Aro

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