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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

Studio Suite

The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"Good location, clean and good room space."
Australia
Mark
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
The Cobbler Hotel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice and stuff members were great. "
United States
Takako
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Excellent staff and facility "
United States
ian
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean nice hotel"
Canada
Taylor
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Bolton Hotel
Reception

The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Lovely space with a cute and clean look. Would certainly stay again! "
Canada
Aidan
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Marion Hostel
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | City view

Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,311 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay"
Australia
seb
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Boulcott Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (736 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Sofitel Wellington
Luxury Penthouse, City View (4 King Beds) | Balcony

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (741 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great helpful staff"
Australia
Aidan
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (140 reviews)
"I had a great stay, very comfy bed, wonderful staff, will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Neil
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Reception

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely rooms, really helpful team and great location"
United Kingdom
Zoe
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Front of property

Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,077 reviews)
"This was a great location for exploring Wellington as well as dining and shopping. "
Canada
Michael
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Adina CityLife Wellington
King Studio + 1 Single

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421 reviews)
"Very pleasant expierence handy to plenty of dining and entertainment options"
Australia
Sam
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Exterior

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (524 reviews)
"Nice central location tucked a little bit out of the way."
Australia
Michael
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
Reception

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Clean room with lot of accessories and amenities. The hotel staff was very helpful."
United States
Ruturaj
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
City view

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent delicious breakfast buffet and convenient location. Very friendly and helpful staff in restaurant and at reception."
United States
Andreas
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Reception

Astelia Apartment Hotel

Astelia Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,696 reviews)
"good location and the bed was comfortable."
United States
Rachel
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Astelia Apartment Hotel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff."
Australia
James
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Novotel Wellington
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Real nice hotel at the perfect locaton in Wellington. The staff was great and the rooms clean and funky. And the hotel is very affordable. "
Netherlands
Frederik
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Meeting facility

QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful decor and comfortable bed. "
Australia
Melissa
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
QT Wellington
Restaurant

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Room was spotless, staff very helpful"
Australia
Alison
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Studio Suite
The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
95 reviews
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
246 reviews
View
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
999 reviews
View
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Reception
The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
73 reviews
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were helpful and patient with the questions we had."
Ellen 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hotels near other Carter Observatory attractions

Cable Car Museum featuring interior views

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.
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Flowers in the gardens
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Open Photo by Nicole Smelson

Botanic Gardens

4.5/5 (610 reviews)
A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?
Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 145 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Carter Observatory?
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Carter Observatory. Other good options within a short distance include Rydges Wellington and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 145 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carter Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Carter Observatory.
What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?
You'll want to browse the collections at Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Te Papa and Cable Car Museum. Parliament House, Te Aro Pa and Old St Paul's are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.