Oriental Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a beach, and residential buildings.
A coastal town with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, a fountain, and buildings on a hillside.
A nighttime waterfront with illuminated buildings and a person holding a glowing object.
A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a variety of buildings including a ferry and a cruise ship.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Stay near popular Oriental Bay attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Oriental Bay Hotel Deals

Bay Plaza Hotel

Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is AU$109 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$109
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 staff were very helpful and pleasant to deal with. Nothing was a problem and treated you as the most important person at the time"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Bay Plaza Hotel
Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
66 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is AU$182 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$182
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (376 reviews)
"Cannot say enough about how great this place is from my unexpected room upgrade to the amazingly helpful staff. Nothing was too much. Amenities are great and the hotel is well located for Te Papa museum and town centre. Mahalo nui loa!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Ohtel Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$115 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$115
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,796 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

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$148 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$148
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$161
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer 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 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! (1,584 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Gilmer Apartment 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 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 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.

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.

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.

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Embassy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.



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