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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

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Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (642 reviews)
"Loved our stay"
Australia
Sanchit
The price is ฿2,814
฿3,236 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Quest 256 Lambton
Reception

The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (199 reviews)
"Great room, friendly staff."
Australia
Paige
The price is ฿4,230
฿4,865 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Intrepid Hotel
Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Great location and a stylish, well-equipped room."
Australia
Evelyn
The price is ฿3,571
฿4,107 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
The Cobbler Hotel
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, (2,295 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay"
Australia
seb
The price is ฿2,755
฿3,168 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Boulcott Suites
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, (240 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room, good location, and friendly staff"
Australia
Martin
The price is ฿2,390
฿2,748 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room with good amenities. Very friendly staff at front desk and restaurant. Good location for city, Interislander ferry and bus/train station. "
United Kingdom
Lucinda
The price is ฿3,121
฿3,590 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Bolton Hotel
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, (724 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and stay"
United States
Anastassiya
The price is ฿3,773
฿4,339 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Sofitel Wellington
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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 ฿2,122
฿2,441 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Marion Hostel
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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, spotless room. "
United States
Anand
The price is ฿3,128
฿3,598 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great room, easy walking distance to town, overall a good stay! "
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿5,018
฿5,771 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
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, (722 reviews)
"Central location and easy to get to attractions. "
Australia
Emily
The price is ฿2,533
฿2,913 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Front of property

Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,062 reviews)
"Excellent location, brilliant facilities very clean "
United Kingdom
Lesley
The price is ฿2,265
฿2,605 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Adina CityLife Wellington
Hallway

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,433 reviews)
"Position of hotel to Wellington attractions was the biggest plus"
Australia
Steve
The price is ฿2,405
฿2,766 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Lobby

Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great rooms, staff and location"
Australia
Brad
The price is ฿4,402
฿5,062 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Ohtel Wellington
Buffet

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,660 reviews)
"Good place to stay "
United States
Rahul
The price is ฿2,525
฿2,904 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (132 reviews)
"Great apartment and location. 2 great size bedrooms, full kitchen and small lounge/dining area. Very safe.."
Australia
MGI Senior
The price is ฿1,995
฿2,294 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (556 reviews)
"Very nice property and handy to the ferry"
Australia
Phillip
The price is ฿2,468
฿2,838 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Quest on Thorndon
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, (293 reviews)
"Clean room with lot of accessories and amenities. The hotel staff was very helpful."
United States
Ruturaj
The price is ฿2,391
฿2,750 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
King Studio + 1 Single | Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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, (417 reviews)
"Clean room and very friendly staff"
Australia
Elaine
The price is ฿3,951
฿4,543 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
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 ฿3,142
฿3,613 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
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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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was large, comfortable, and very clean. The balcony was much bigger than expected. Staff is great and the property is perfectly located in the middle of the city."
Ian 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Oaks Wellington Hotel
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent
"Check in and check out was a breeze with very friendly staff. Rooms were tidy and spacious. Shower was huge with excellent pressure. Towels were soft and a great size. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Would not hesitate to recommend to family and friends. Will definitely stay again."
Rochelle 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hotels near other Carter Observatory attractions

Cable Car Museum which includes 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 146 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 Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 146 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. Turnbull House, Parliament House and Te Aro Pa 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.