Newlands Travel Guide

Wellington

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

Wellington Central Business District

Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -

Lambton Quay

During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
Weta Workshop which includes interior views and a statue or sculpture

The Weta Cave

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

The Weta Cave

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿219
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,075
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

฿3,552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

฿998
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

฿5,374
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
See all activities in Wellington

Top hotels in Newlands

Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel

3 out of 5
96 Newlands road Wellington
The price is ฿3,147 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
฿3,147
฿3,619 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wellington. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Waiohine Gorge ...
7.6/10 Good! (121 reviews)
Very good.

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Newlands Court Motel
Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

4 out of 5
1 Newlands Road Wellington
The price is ฿2,955 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
฿2,955
฿3,398 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (192 reviews)
When I booked through Expedia it included breakfast, when I went for my breakfast I was told it wasn't included. Nothing wrong with the property but I won't deal with Expedia again

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,126 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,126
฿2,445 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
Brilliant central location with parking.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 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 ฿3,186 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿3,186
฿3,664 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿2,870 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,870
฿3,300 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,569 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,569
฿2,955 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,433 reviews)
Quiet, clean and well presented in the rooms. Booking parking in advance is best. Walkable to town, mostly undercover if it's raining.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
See all 503 properties in Newlands
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Newlands

Default Image

Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
Wellington and Petone Harbour views, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

Petone

4/5(7 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Petone
Good morning!

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
Wellington Fountain

Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

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

Oriental Bay

Newlands Travel Guide