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Our top choices for Wellington Waterfront hotels

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Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
Wellington Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Clean rooms, beautiful decor, lovely staff. Great location walking distance to everything."
Australia
Katie
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Meeting facility

QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
QT 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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Walking distance from a lot of good food, touristy and shopping locations "
United States
Rada
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Water view

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (159 reviews)
"Lovely room, delicious breakfast and gracious hosts!"
United States
Kathy
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Airport Stays

Airport Stays
3.0 star property
Miramar, 4.9 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Great last minute venue 2 minutes to airport , easy midnight check in "
Australia
Glen
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Airport Stays
Exterior

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
5.3 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfy beds and the room was nice and warm when we arrived."
Australia
Mary
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Rydges Wellington Airport
Reception

The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.6 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Great location for Cuba street bars and restaurants"
Australia
Jerome
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Intrepid Hotel
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."
Australia
tuhi
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Bolton Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
4.0 star property
6.9 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (215 reviews)
"great location for city and the ferries"
Australia
Dave
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
Exterior

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
12.3 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (310 reviews)
"Room was spotless as were the amenities and the staff very helpful :)"
Australia
Trish
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (768 reviews)
"Very welcoming staff, easy check in, great location. "
United States
Stephen
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Sofitel Wellington
Beach nearby

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
4.0 star property
Hataitai, 2.5 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"Nice location - friendly staff."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Exterior

Wallaceville House Motor Lodge

Wallaceville House Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
29.1 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Great place to stay , quiet and amongst nature it was a lovely spot "
Australia
Elyse
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Wallaceville House Motor Lodge
Seafront Queen Room (Shared Bathroom)

Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House
2.0 star property
24.7 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (120 reviews)
"Beautiful view nice and clean perfect for our overnight stay "
Australia
Bonnita
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Moana Lodge - Guest House
Studio Suite

The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.5 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here numerous times and plan to keep it as my go-to hotel in Wellington. Other reviews have mentioned many of the hotel’s advantages, but as someone who doesn’t like elevators, I especially appreciate that I can book a room without the sometimes complicated task of securing a lower floor afterward—since the hotel only has 2 floors."
United States
Julie
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Cobbler Hotel
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, 0.5 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept on, staff were very friendly and helpful."
Australia
Tiana
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Buffet

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,772 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff, great breakfast"
Australia
Hayley
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown, 2.4 km from Wellington Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Great location for hospital visiting"
Australia
Tania
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Southgate Motor Inn
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington
4.5 star property
Pipitea, 0.9 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great central place to stay"
Australia
Judith
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Rydges Wellington
1 Bedroom Apartment

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.8 km from Wellington Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"Overall very good stay. Comfortable room, spacious and great location."
Australia
Jose
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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Where to stay in Wellington Waterfront

Find the best Wellington Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

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

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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 highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

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.

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

Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Top Wellington Waterfront Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

8/10 Good
"Good"
Zhuo 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Frequently asked questions

What is Wellington Waterfront like?
Wellington Waterfront is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and popular art scene. Make sure that you visit Te Papa and TSB Bank Arena as part of your Wellington Waterfront travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Wellington Waterfront?
Based on our traveller data, Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT is one of the top choices for your stay in Wellington Waterfront. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include QT Wellington and U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Wellington Waterfront area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Wellington, you can choose from 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Wellington Waterfront.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wellington Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Wellington Waterfront.
What are the top things to see and do in Wellington Waterfront?
Wellington Waterfront's sights and attractions like Circa Theatre, Te Papa and Museum of Wellington City and Sea offer insight into the local culture. You could also plan a visit to TSB Bank Arena or New Zealand Portrait Gallery while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Wellington Waterfront include City-to-Sea Bridge, Frank Kitts Park and Michael Fowler Centre. When you're sightseeing in Wellington, Civic Square and City Gallery Wellington are also worth a stop.