What is Wellington Waterfront like?

Wellington Waterfront is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and popular art scene. Make sure that you visit Te Papa and TSB Bank Arena as part of your Wellington Waterfront travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Wellington Waterfront?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW is the highest ranked property in Wellington Waterfront. This hotel offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT and QT Wellington .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Wellington Waterfront area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Wellington, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Wellington Waterfront.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wellington Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Wellington Waterfront.

What are the top things to see and do in Wellington Waterfront?

Wellington Waterfront's sights and attractions like Circa Theatre, Te Papa and Museum of Wellington City and Sea offer insight into the local culture. You could also plan a visit to TSB Bank Arena or Frank Kitts Park while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Wellington Waterfront include City-to-Sea Bridge, Michael Fowler Centre and Civic Square. When you're sightseeing in Wellington, City Gallery Wellington and Wellington Town Hall are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Wellington Waterfront, Wellington - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Wellington Waterfront hotels

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Wellington Waterfront

Anthea

฿3,906 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

QT Wellington

Wellington Waterfront

Rebecca

฿4,969 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

King Studio + 1 Single | Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront

Rada

฿4,294 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

6.3 km from Wellington Waterfront

Louise

฿2,944 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Airport Stays

Miramar, 4.9 km from Wellington Waterfront

Grant

฿4,182 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Rydges Wellington Airport

5.3 km from Wellington Waterfront

Robert William

฿3,762 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

12.3 km from Wellington Waterfront

Trish

฿3,134 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Mar - 26 Mar

Mana Motel

22.4 km from Wellington Waterfront

Tom

฿2,830 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Mar - 27 Mar

Seafront Queen Room (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, free WiFi

Moana Lodge - Guest House

24.7 km from Wellington Waterfront

Elizabeth Cornelia

฿3,419 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Mar - 27 Mar

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 2.4 km from Wellington Waterfront

Noel

฿4,035 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Mar - 29 Mar

Midway Pacifica Lodge

11.2 km from Wellington Waterfront

Ngakan Made Lawrence

฿2,071 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Mar - 26 Mar

Brentwood Hotel

Kilbirnie, 3.3 km from Wellington Waterfront

Evan

฿3,419 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Newlands Court Motel

7.2 km from Wellington Waterfront

Memory

฿3,799 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Mar - 28 Mar

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

6.9 km from Wellington Waterfront

Jill

฿3,566 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 0.6 km from Wellington Waterfront

Paloma

฿5,625 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Bucket Tree Lodge

Tawa, 12.2 km from Wellington Waterfront

Anthony

฿3,009 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Mar - 27 Mar

Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast

Mount Victoria, 1.2 km from Wellington Waterfront

Travis

฿2,547 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.1 km from Wellington Waterfront

Craig

฿5,129 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

U Suites Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie, 3.6 km from Wellington Waterfront

Britni

฿5,200 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

The Post Hotel

17.8 km from Wellington Waterfront

Peter

฿2,992 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

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Where to stay in Wellington Waterfront

Find the best Wellington Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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.

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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.

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A predawn view of the recently rebuilt Chaffers Wharf, with the CBD of Wellington behind, as seen from a small breakwater near Freyberg Pool

Oriental Bay

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

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Great place to enjoy your morning coffee.

Mount Victoria

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

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Top Wellington Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was excellent with kitchen and clean bed and bathroom. Gym access was to a proper health club 5 minutes away, prefer this as it was a good fscility with sauna, swimming pool and weights and machine. Place was near Lambton Quay shops and resturants on Willis st, good stay and friendly reception staff and cleaners, would stay here again"