Oriental Bay Travel Guide

Wellington

A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a beach, and residential buildings.
A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, a fountain, and buildings on a hillside.
A nighttime waterfront with illuminated buildings and a person holding a glowing object.
A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a variety of buildings including a ferry and a cruise ship.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Stay near popular Oriental Bay attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Oriental Bay

Bay Plaza Hotel

Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is ฿2,300 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,300
฿2,645 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"good place to stay, easy parking and walking distance to restaurants and bars"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Bay Plaza Hotel
Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
66 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is ฿3,930 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿3,930
฿4,519 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
"Gorgeous retro style rooms, very comfy bed, wonderful staff & close to Te Papa Museum and other attractions. Right in Oriental Bay where you can walk for miles around the waterfront of you want. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Ohtel Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,605 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,605
฿4,145 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,512 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿2,512
฿2,888 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (1,804 reviews)
"Don’t order the room service curry unless you can tolerate super spicy food. Should have come with a 5 chilli spice level warning. I had an upset stomach, sweating and couldn’t get to sleep."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,512 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,512
฿2,888 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Naumi Studio Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,383 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿2,383
฿2,740 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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
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Where to stay in Oriental Bay

Find the best Oriental 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.



Oriental Bay Travel Guide