Oriental Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oriental Bay
Stay near popular Oriental Bay attractions
Activities
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
AU$122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
AU$145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
AU$10
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
AU$157
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
AU$78
per adult
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Oriental Bay Hotel Deals
Bay Plaza Hotel
40 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is AU$109 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$109
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The Bay Plaza has been around for a long time and while modernised still shows its age: The Orange wind warning while we stayed announced itself with rattling windows ; how inconvenient!! Seriously, Wellington central ‘budget’ accommodation and we will stay again, although would appreciate a word ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Ohtel Wellington
66 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is AU$167 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$167
7 July - 8 July
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 in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (375 reviews)
"Friendly, quiet, cozy, excellent location and great breakfast - recommended."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Beach house
Wellington Wellington
Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal are located nearby.
6.8/10 (9 reviews)
"Great cozy place, Great locationWould definitely book again"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The 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 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! (1,761 reviews)
"Location is excellent, close to bus stops, shopping, waterfront walk, Te Papa etc. Bed was comfortable enabling a good sleep each night. Staff very helpful, especially when I had trouble with using the TV. They came up to my room and showed me exactly what to do. On the not so wonderful side was ..."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$145 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$145
16 July - 17 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"A very convenient hotel. The room was great. The bed was softish and the bedding was too hot. Great to be able to get room service for dinner"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Rydges Wellington
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$145 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$145
12 July - 13 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved it there, staff brilliant and nothing was to much. So, so nice and considerate."
Reviewed on 19 June 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 Oriental Bay
Find the best Oriental Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena 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.
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Open Photo by WanderingFunk009
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
