Days Bay Travel Guide
Lower Hutt

Visit Days Bay
Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington
Top hotels in Days Bay

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Always a good stay here. The breakfast is pretty good. Rooms are comfortable and spacious. Staff are friendly. We'll stay here again."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Always good"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Great restaurant. Large rooms with amenities and great views."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Room was clean, roomy, and had all the facilities we needed for two nights. Bed was comfy. Location was great, and had good off Street parking. Would stay here again"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
"It’s everything a luxury hotel should be."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Super friendly staff. And was surprised to walk in to a birthday surprise from the hotel which was such a nice and thoughtful touch. Spacious room and great location in CBD. If you use their parking bear in mind that is very tight, so if you have a large car just be mindful."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Days Bay

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.
Eastbourne
While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and The Weta Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wainuiomata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wainuiomata and surrounding area, you can visit Eastbourne Beach and Petone Foreshore.

Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse are top sights worth seeing.
Alicetown
While Alicetown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Wellington City Walkways.




