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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 spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

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

1. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD

$150

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD

$94

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

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

3. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD

$128

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A long dining table set for a meal with various dishes, glasses, and a pool table in the background.

A bar area with multiple chandeliers, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern multi-story building with a prominent mural on the side, a traffic light, and cars passing by.

4. QT Wellington

Te Aro

$138

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A group of people dining at a table with a city view.

A modern living room with a blue patterned wall, a fireplace, and a yellow sofa.

A person standing at a reception desk with a computer and a vase of flowers.

Three children looking out a large window at a cityscape with mountains in the background.

5. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Te Aro

$95

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, geometric wall art, and a skylight. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a modern ceiling design, and a seating area with a colorful sofa and potted plants.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a brown leather sofa, a green sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

6. Haka House Wellington

Te Aro

$35

$40 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A spacious kitchen with a long island, ample storage, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a view to the outdoors.

A modern house with a covered patio, a well-maintained lawn, and a view of the interior.

A large, illuminated building with a reflective pond in front, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.

7. Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

Ocean Beach

$1,407

$1,618 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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Top neighborhoods in Wellington

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

A red cable car moving along a track, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns, with a cityscape and a body of water in the background.

A red cable car in a lush green area with a cityscape in the background.

A coastal city with a harbor, industrial buildings, and a hilly landscape.

Wellington CBD

Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car.

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A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.

A colorful water feature in an urban street with shops and buildings.

The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa entrance with glass railings and a sign.

A colorful building with a red facade, a green door, and a small porch area.

Te Aro

Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants.

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A church interior with rows of yellow chairs, tall arched ceilings, and stained glass windows.

A church with a tall tower and a cross on top.

A modern building with a unique geometric facade and a clear blue sky in the background.

A modern building with a sign for The National Library of New Zealand.

A staircase leading to the National Library of New Zealand, Te Puna Matauranga o Aotearoa, with a warning sign about slippery steps.

Thorndon

Thorndon charms visitors with its blend of colonial history and political significance in Wellington. The neighborhood showcases well-preserved Victorian villas alongside the iconic copper-domed Beehive parliament building. History buffs will love exploring Old St Paul's Church with its timber Gothic architecture and Katherine Mansfield House, birthplace of New Zealand's renowned author. Cozy cafes in converted heritage buildings serve modern Kiwi cuisine, perfect for refueling after walks along tree-canopied streets. The area is easily accessible by Wellington's bus network with frequent services to the city center. Parliament tours offer budget-friendly activities while boutique bed & breakfasts in restored villas provide charming accommodations.

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A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, a fountain, and buildings on a hillside.

A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and a lighthouse.

A man sitting on a bench by a waterfront with a fountain in the background.

A clear blue sea with boats, rocky shore, and a fountain.

Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay delivers prime Wellington waterfront living with a golden sand beach right at your doorstep. Joggers, cyclists, and families fill the curved promenade while sailboats dot the sparkling harbor. When you're not swimming at the beach, take in stunning views of the Wellington skyline or grab brunch at a waterside café. Upscale restaurants serve fresh seafood and New Zealand cuisine along the bay. Modern apartment towers and boutique hotels offer premium harbor-facing accommodations, though budget options are limited. The neighborhood connects easily to downtown via frequent buses, but most visitors prefer the scenic 10-minute walk along the waterfront.

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

A cannon on a paved path with a scenic view of a coastal town and mountains in the background.

A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a river, and surrounding hills.

A coastal cityscape with a harbor, buildings, and mountains in the background.

A totem pole with a child figure on top, set against a backdrop of a clear blue sky and a distant cityscape.

Mount Victoria

Perched on a lush hillside, Mount Victoria gives you front-row seats to Wellington's best harbor panoramas. The lookout crowns the neighborhood with jaw-dropping views worth every step of the climb. Victorian and Edwardian wooden homes in cheerful heritage colors line the winding streets. Walking trails through the Town Belt green space offer peaceful escapes just minutes from downtown buzz. Hungry explorers will need to head to nearby Courtenay Place for serious dining options. Accommodation ranges from charming boutique B&Bs to vacation rentals in character villas. Frequent buses connect to the city center in minutes, though the steep terrain rewards walkers with unexpected harbor glimpses between the historic homes.

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Top landmarks in Wellington

A coastal cityscape with a stadium, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Hnry Stadium

8.6/10 (656 reviews)

You could catch an event at Hnry Stadium, a stadium in Pipitea. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Hnry Stadium is cool, you also might like TSB Bank Arena and ASB Sports Centre, both located nearby.

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Te Papa

9.4/10 (3,522 reviews)

Te Papa is just one of the attractions in Te Aro, Wellington so you might want to stop by during your trip. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to experience more of the culture Wellington has to offer, head to Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, Michael Fowler Centre, and St James Theatre.

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A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.

Wellington Central Business District

8.6/10 (3,026 reviews)

Wellington Central Business District is worth a pic or two when discovering Te Aro. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A sign with the word "CUBA" in large red letters.

Cuba Street Mall

8.6/10 (3,907 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Cuba Street Mall in Te Aro. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Lambton Quay.

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A bar with various bottles and decorations.

Courtenay Place

8.4/10 (2,096 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Courtenay Place— just one of the monuments in Te Aro. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A modern building with a glass facade and colorful geometric patterns.

TSB Bank Arena

8.8/10 (395 reviews)

You could catch an event at TSB Bank Arena, a stadium in Wellington CBD. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? If you think TSB Bank Arena is cool, you also might like Hnry Stadium and ASB Sports Centre, both located nearby.

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A historic building with ornate architecture, labeled as the Old Bank Shopping Arcade.

Lambton Quay

8.6/10 (1,075 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Lambton Quay in Pipitea. Splash some more cash at Cuba Street Mall.

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A sculpture of two elephants in a garden.

The Weta Cave

9.0/10 (463 reviews)

Miramar is home to The Weta Cave, so why not stop by during your stay in Wellington. Let yourself be amazed at the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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