Aotea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Activities
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour
AU$123
per adult
Wellington Lord of the Rings 6-8 hour Private Tour & Feast
AU$694
per adult
Secret Realms of Middle-earth: Lothlorien and Gladden Fields
AU$372
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
AU$372
per adult
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
AU$160
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Aotea Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$115 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$115
24 July - 25 July
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! (1,777 reviews)
"Just a small note — housekeeping seemed a bit short‑staffed, so I popped down to reception to grab what I needed. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay"
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$179 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$179
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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)
"Room was very nice! Room service was awesome"
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Rydges Wellington
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$144 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$144
19 July - 20 July
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great central place to stay"
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$117 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$117
19 July - 20 July
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! (1,561 reviews)
"We stayed in the Queen apartment room it was perfect for the 2 day Masterclass online sessions we were doing, nice and quiet the service staff were super helpful and accommodating. Onsite parking was great, laundry facility in the apartment was handy. Had to be very careful when getting in/out of ..."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is AU$119 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$119
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay right in the heart of everything. parking can be a little tight for bigger vehicles other than that an awesome experience."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
2-6 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$100 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$100
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Aotea
Find the best Aotea areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Open Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Plimmerton
Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or South Beach while you're exploring the area.
Whitby
While Whitby may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Titahi Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
