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.
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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

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

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

Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

€40
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

€43
per adult
Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

€18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

€43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

€45
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

€31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
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Top hotels in Te Aro

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is €79 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€79
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Parking very restrictive and only suitable for small vehicles Room was not serviced after first night and required 2 calls to put right. ie fresh towels etc. Breakfast was lukewarm the first morning but was excellent the second morning after telling staff and receiving complementary breakfast. Restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 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 €81 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
€81
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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 €106 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€106
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We will definitely stay here again, a very comfortable stay, with amazing staff, loved the art, the bar downstairs and what a comfy bed too 😁"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

4 out of 5
15 Tory Street, Te Aro Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €70 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
€70
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (819 reviews)
"It s very well located , easy to walk to anywhere"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is €64 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
€64
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely staff"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is €76 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€76
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Really hard to find the entrance due construction on the main street."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

West Plaza Hotel
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Where to stay in Te Aro

Find the best Te Aro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting 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.
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Open Photo by WanderingFunk009

Mount Victoria

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

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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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