Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a view of the ocean, hills, and scattered houses.
A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, rocky coastline, and residential buildings.
A coastal landscape with a wooden staircase leading down to a beach, surrounded by hills and a distant city.
A sunset over a calm sea with a silhouette of a mountain and a tree branch in the foreground.

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Our pick of the best Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$108 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$108
16 Aug - 17 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$147 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$147
23 Aug - 24 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! (1,008 reviews)
"Breakfast was very expensive for what you got. The line cook was very slow and rude"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$132 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$132
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Was fab!"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$115 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$115
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,571 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is AU$245 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$245
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is AU$120 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$120
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Easy walk to te papa"

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
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 Houghton Bay

Find the best Houghton Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Houghton Bay
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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 highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Wellington Buddhist Centre are top sights worth seeing.



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