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.

Stay near popular Wellington Waterfront attractions

A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.

Te Papa

9.4/10 (3,522 reviews)
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

฿344
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

฿2,145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Full Day Tour of Wellington

Full Day Tour of Wellington

฿6,045
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,736
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

฿3,803
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

฿683
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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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 ฿3,891 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿3,891
฿4,474 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 ฿4,514 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,514
฿5,191 total
4 Oct - 5 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic stay in a modern and comfortable hotel. Great amenities in the room and hotel. While we did not try the restaurant it too looked very nice. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

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 ฿3,472 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,472
฿3,992 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 ฿3,623 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿3,623
฿4,166 total
22 Oct - 23 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Acoustics were terrible in my room on the third floor, able to hear neighbours and people in the corridor easily. The fridge was very loud throughout the night as well."

Reviewed on 23 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 ฿2,626 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,626
฿3,020 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 ฿2,129 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,129
฿2,448 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.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

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.

A mountainous landscape with a prominent snow-capped peak, dense green forest, and rugged terrain.

Mount Cook

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

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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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.

Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide