Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Overlooking Houghton Bay from Buckley Reserve. Wellington, NZ.
Looking east-ish , towards Lyall Bay from the trail on Headland Reserve.
A sunset in Octobre along The Esplanade.

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Our pick of the best Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$192 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$192
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Overall, nice clean property. Friendly staff. Convenient within airport for next day flight. One concern was dining, with bar/restaurant closed at 6pm, although there was a more expensive restaurant open later. However, later in the room, we found room service most of the items from the closed bar. ...

Reviewed on 7 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 AU$135 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$135
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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! (1,722 reviews)
Central, clean, staff are super-helpful.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$167 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$167
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (1,008 reviews)
Rydges Wellington is a lovely hotel and I'll definitely be coming again. The room is spacious, clean and comfortable, the buffet breakfast is delicious and there's any amenity you could want

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington
Willis Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
355 Willis St Wellington
The price is AU$83 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$83
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
it's in a good area close to shops etc , it's not a luxury hotel but my room was clean , a nice view, and the price was fair. It's basic but I would stay again as you can walk to most everywhere

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Willis Wellington Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$122 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$122
29 Mar - 30 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! (1,478 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is AU$118 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$118
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Reception staff were great!

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

West Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Bay

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Lyall Bay

Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.

Lyall Bay
Island Bay  Wellington

Island Bay

Highlights of Island Bay include its fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Island Bay Beach is a top sight to visit.

Island Bay
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 Zoo featuring zoo animals

Newtown

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

Newtown
The Wellington sign describes this city as very windy at times. Lucky for us the weather was spectacular everyday. #wellington #wellingtonsign #newzealand #windy #miramar

Miramar

Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.

Miramar
Mont Cook

Mount Cook

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

Mount Cook


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