Te Aro

Wellington

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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

￥3,314
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

￥8,049
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

￥1,231
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington

￥5,165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

￥16,434
per adult
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

￥10,330
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with 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 ￥11,643 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥11,643
￥13,390 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 ...
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 ￥18,429 per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
￥18,429
￥21,193 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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)
"Staff was incredible helpful and accommodating , the room was roomy with microwave, dishwasher, washing machine. Great for somebody staying for a descent stretch of time. Beds comfy, overall great value for money. However the room is getting a bit tired and probably could use with an update"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 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 ￥7,223 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥7,223
￥8,498 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 ...
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 ￥13,363 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥13,363
￥15,367 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (834 reviews)
"Great location. So central for Cuba street etc. Enjoyed our stay. Would stay again. Jump off airport bus at St James and it’s a 4 min walk away."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
79 Taranaki St Wellington Wellington
The price is ￥8,967 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥8,967
￥10,549 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (201 reviews)
"Comfy and spacious. Good value for Wellington. My room was facing the street and so a little noisy from traffic, but was quiet at night. Check in was easy and access our of hours is well managed. I would stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Liberty Apartment Hotel
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
Fully refundable
The price is ￥11,410 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥11,410
￥13,157 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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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Wellington CBD

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

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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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.

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Mount Cook

While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

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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