Hataitai Travel Guide

Wellington

On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)
On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)
Free camp spot for self contained vehicles and lovely view as always
Art sculpture and beautiful views of Wellington city up on the Mount Victoria lookout, New Zealand #NewZealand #Wellington #NZ #Architecture

Popular places to visit

Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal
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
Te Papa

Te Papa

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

Te Papa
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
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 New Zealand City Aerial Panorama

Sky Stadium

Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sky Stadium

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,308
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿227
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

฿334
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,686
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

฿1,040
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,682
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
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Top hotels in Hataitai

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

4 out of 5
302-304 Evans Bay Parade Wellington
The price is ฿3,120 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿3,120
฿3,588 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
Wonderful staff, extremely accommodating to my change of cercumstance and my time of arrival, could not have asked for more. Location to airport and waterfront for morning walks, great cafe just a few steps down the road and the wellington central shops really close. Will be staying again

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,701 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿3,701
฿4,257 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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)
Location, room, amenities, staff were all excellent. Looking forward to coming back.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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 ฿2,408 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿2,408
฿2,770 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (1,713 reviews)
Clean room, convenient location.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿3,468 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿3,468
฿3,988 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,766 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,766
฿3,181 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,476 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,429 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
฿2,429
฿2,793 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (986 reviews)
Small but in good shape.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Hataitai

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
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Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Panoramic view over Wellington Harbour, Mt Victoria and red roofed houses of suburbian Wellington, New Zealand.

Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kilbirnie
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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.

Wellington Waterfront
Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown

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