Wellington Waterfront

Wellington

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, situated near a body of water with steps leading down to it.
A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a bridge over water, and a calm river reflecting lights.
A statue of a human figure overlooking a waterfront cityscape with buildings and hills in the background.

Stay near popular Wellington Waterfront 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

Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

€74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

€88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

€40
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

€43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

€98
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
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
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Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

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 €125 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
€125
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,012 reviews)
"n/a"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is €149 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
€149
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is €90 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
€90
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cuba Street Mall and Interislander ...
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is €73 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€73
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,772 reviews)
"Great location making it easy to get around by foot. Family friendly. Staff were amazing (especially lance at the restaurant on level 17). Unfortunately the room was not very clean. The bathroom surfaces and floors were dirty including someones dirty socks left behind."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is €103 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
€103
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfy beds and the room was nice and warm when we arrived."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is €96 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€96
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"The only frustration with our stay was seeing the same vehicles parked in the drop off/ pick up zone for hours. We were unable to use the zone"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington
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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.

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