Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Wellington

A coastal landscape with a view of the ocean, hills, and scattered houses.
A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, rocky coastline, and residential buildings.
A coastal landscape with a wooden staircase leading down to a beach, surrounded by hills and a distant city.
A sunset over a calm sea with a silhouette of a mountain and a tree branch in the foreground.

Things to do


Top hotels in Houghton Bay

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,371 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,371
฿2,726 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,805 reviews)
"Great staff, and extremely central. We found the rooms a little dated."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 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 ฿3,433 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,433
฿3,948 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel...convenient location, clean and well-appointed room. I checked in and checked out on-line, so my interactions with staff were minimal. My only disappointment was the hotel does not offer 24 hour room service. I arrived at 10pm and the restaurant was already closed. For a hotel literally ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿3,301 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,301
฿3,796 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable room and great service."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,265 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿2,265
฿2,605 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is ฿5,058 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,058
฿5,817 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,640 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,640
฿3,036 total
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
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Where to stay in Houghton Bay

Find the best Houghton Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Wellington CBD

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

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.

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.

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.

Mount Victoria

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



Houghton Bay Travel Guide