Owhiro Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lovely trek today
Lovely trek today
While you are in Wellington don't forget to visit the colony of seals at the Owhiro Bay. It's a long walk so leave the half of a day just to go there.

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Brooklyn, Wellington, New Zealand. Taken while riding my mountain bike up the hill towards Barking Emu and Red Rocks trails. Great views up there. 

More info, photos, video here https://tinyurl.com/y7q454nu. 

Photo taken with a Canon EOS-1 35mm Film Camera. 85mm Sigma 1.4. Kodak Portra 400.

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From the Red Rocks walkway looking back to Wellington's harbour entrance. On a good day, you don't want to try this in a southerly storm!

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Our pick of the best Owhiro Bay Hotel Deals

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$204 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$204
7 Mar - 8 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! (1,001 reviews)
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 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$141 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$141
8 Mar - 9 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,691 reviews)
Friendly, helpful staff + location was key.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$171 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$171
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful sea view room. Good food in the restaurant

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$202 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$202
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,448 reviews)
Fantastic room with stocked kitchen. Great location, wonderful staff and great amenities

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is AU$125 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$125
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (958 reviews)
Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$120 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$120
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
staff are very friendly, the room is very clean, I wish the bathroom is little bit bigger, especially the shower, very tight. Its really center to yhe waterfront, wonderful location.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

ibis Wellington
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Owhiro 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
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
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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
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
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
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro


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