Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Wellington

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, situated near a body of water with steps leading down to it.
A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a bridge over water, and a calm river reflecting lights.
A statue of a human figure overlooking a waterfront cityscape with buildings and hills in the background.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is ฿3,896 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿3,896
฿4,480 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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 and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was incredible helpful and accommodating , the room was roomy with microwave, dishwasher, washing machine. Great for somebody staying for a descent stretch of time. Beds comfy, overall great value for money. However the room is getting a bit tired and probably could use with an update"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is ฿4,520 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,520
฿5,198 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is ฿3,476 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,476
฿3,998 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hnry Stadium and Interislander ...
9/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
"Easy access and close to Tukina and Te Papa. Room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,776 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿3,776
฿4,343 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great convenient hotel right in terminal . Very convenient"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 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 ฿2,630 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,630
฿3,024 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,243 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,243
฿2,580 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,612 reviews)
"Room hadn’t been vacuumed, had stains on the furniture and glasses hadn’t been cleaned. When we complained it took two more attempts to find an okay room but the glasses still weren’t clean"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Where to stay in Wellington Waterfront

Find the best Wellington Waterfront 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.

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 Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria

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



Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide