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Our top choices for Makara Beach hotels

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1644)
"Good place to stay "
United States
Rahul
The price is ฿2,114
฿2,432 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reception
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"It was clean and staff was friendly"
United States
Charles
The price is ฿2,667
฿3,067 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Interior
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Really enjoyed our stay!"
Canada
Kay
The price is ฿1,876
฿2,158 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
ibis Wellington
Exterior
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
Rongotai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Lovely friendly staff,room was spotless,quiet and so comfortable. "
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is ฿3,065
฿3,525 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Rydges Wellington Airport
Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (933)
"Loved our stay at Naumi. Perfect location so close to great restaurants and bars. The room was comfortable and quiet. "
Australia
Allanah
The price is ฿2,069
฿2,380 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Exterior
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The location is excellent "
United States
WANGXI
The price is ฿2,201
฿2,532 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Daily continental breakfast (NZD 25 per person)
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (649)
"Clean room and good facilities for price. "
Australia
Amber Rose
The price is ฿1,287
฿1,480 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"I rode the tram up to the park and walked down through its different themed sections—loved how the hotel was right at the end"
Australia
Jinsun
The price is ฿3,138
฿3,608 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Bolton Hotel
Beach
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
Strathmore Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Had a great stay"
Australia
Louise
The price is ฿2,444
฿2,810 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
Front of property
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (496)
"Everything was perfect, staff was quite accommodating "
Australia
Gohar Afroze
The price is ฿2,159
฿2,483 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Restaurant
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Cleanliness of the room, the staff were friendly and good parking in the city "
Australia
Donald
The price is ฿2,117
฿2,434 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Bar (on property)
WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter
3.0 star property
Thorndon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great staff. Room was clean, comfortable bed."
Australia
Julia
The price is ฿2,263
฿2,603 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
WQ Wellington Quarter
Exterior
Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Gracefield
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (305)
"Room was spotless as were the amenities and the staff very helpful :)"
Australia
Trish
The price is ฿2,255
฿2,593 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
Presidential Suite | View from room
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great room, easy walking distance to town, overall a good stay! "
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿4,150
฿4,773 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington
4.5 star property
Pipitea
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great stay, very central to everywhere "
Australia
BRONWYN
The price is ฿3,065
฿3,525 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Rydges Wellington
Meeting facility
Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (718)
"Great staff and superb property"
United Kingdom
ATUL
The price is ฿3,661
฿4,210 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Sofitel Wellington
Lobby lounge
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and beautiful room"
Australia
Ruth
The price is ฿3,771
฿4,337 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
QT Wellington
Exterior
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236)
"Clean and comfortable room, good location, and friendly staff"
Australia
Martin
The price is ฿2,397
฿2,756 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Exterior
Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (630)
"Central location, nice staff "
Australia
Xin
The price is ฿3,232
฿3,717 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Quest 256 Lambton
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
Te Aro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and easy place to stay. Loved the art in the lobby. "
United States
Sheila
The price is ฿3,128
฿3,597 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
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Learn more about Makara Beach

Rugged coastal beauty awaits at Makara Beach where you can hike the windswept cliff trails for spectacular Cook Strait views. Bring your fishing gear to cast from the rocky shoreline or watch local surfers tackle the challenging waves.

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It was a bit windy on this beautiful walk but I guess that's why they built the wind turbines here. Beautiful area
Photo by Paul Billaney
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Top Makara Beach Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent
"Good place to stay "
Rahul 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The location is excellent "
WANGXI 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Oaks Wellington Hotel

More cheap stays in Makara Beach

Aura Hotel

Aura Hotel

95 Manners Street Wellington
The price is ฿1,088 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
฿1,088
฿1,251 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
5/10 (398 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Makara Beach?
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, located 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from the heart of Makara Beach, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are Rydges Wellington Airport and Rydges Wellington. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Makara Beach.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makara Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Makara Beach.
What is staying in Makara Beach like?
Visitors to Makara Beach will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 484 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Makara Beach.
What should I do while I'm visiting Makara Beach?
A favourite place to visit is Makara Beach. You'll also find Interislander Ferry Terminal and New Zealand Parliament Buildings in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Makara Beach guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Makara Beach?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Makara Beach is 986 mm.