Te Aro

Wellington

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.
A colorful building with a red facade, a green door, and a small porch area.
A record store with vinyl records on shelves and a turntable in the foreground.
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

A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.
Photo by Martijn Scheepers
Open Photo by Martijn Scheepers

Wellington Central Business District

8.6/10 (3,026 reviews)
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
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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 ￥12,164 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
￥12,164
￥13,989 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
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 ￥12,371 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥12,371
￥14,227 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (578 reviews)
"Highly recommend. I extended my stay as these apartments were perfect for my trip. I booked a one bedroom apartment. It was very warm in winter, decent kitchen (including stovetop), washer and dryer, great location to walk every where. Car parking is extra $ and uses a car stacker. The staff - from ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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 ￥17,878 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
￥17,878
￥20,559 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Answered all questions quickly via their message team Personable staff"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥10,205 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
￥10,205
￥11,736 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location! Close to shopping and restaurants. The place was super clean and efficient. The washing machine was a huge bonus! Outdoor spaces were delightful! Totally recommend!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
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 ￥11,756 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
￥11,756
￥13,519 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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! (815 reviews)
"Very handy location and friendly helpful staff we’ve had a great time"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is ￥12,164 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
￥12,164
￥13,989 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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
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Where to stay in Te Aro

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A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

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

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

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.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
Photo by WanderingFunk009
Open Photo by WanderingFunk009

Mount Victoria

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

A modern building with a circular design, a flag on top, and a tree with red flowers in the foreground.
Photo by Carlyn Ennis
Open Photo by Carlyn Ennis

Pipitea

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

Te Aro

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