Petone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
4.5/5(1,004 reviews)
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
Wellington Central Business District
4/5(1,139 reviews)
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
4/5(1,370 reviews)
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
4/5(985 reviews)
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
TSB Bank Arena
4.5/5(144 reviews)
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Michael Fowler Centre
4/5(70 reviews)
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Activities
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
AU$154
per adult
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
AU$171
per adult
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
AU$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
AU$171
per adult
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
AU$11
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Petone Hotel Deals
Quest Petone
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is AU$136 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$136
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (610 reviews)
"It’s very close to all the amenities"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Settlers Motor Lodge
83-85 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$121 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$121
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
6.6/10 (441 reviews)
"This is quite embarrassing but late afternoon a staff member unlocked and opened the door. I was having an intimate moment with my partner and dont know who was more shocked. Neither of us heard a knock wherher there was one or not i cant say. Wouldnt stop me going back but may be good for them to ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$170 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$170
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (577 reviews)
"Great facilities they think of everything. Plus plenty of nice towels offered and the best shower set up - and best one think I’ve ever had. Great pressure, amazing. The staff who are so attentive. Great to have guest laundry too. Would be nice to have a little hand held vacuum for the carpet crumbs/hair ..."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Cnr Esplanade & Nelson St, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$142 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$142
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (371 reviews)
"This was one of the better motels we have stayed at. We stayed 8 nights visiting family. It was very convenient to the motorway, just across from the beach and near toJackson streets many Op shops. The unit had everything we needed- a good shower, a comfy bed and clean towels daily. We had some washing ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
83 The Esplanade, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$167 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$167
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone Foreshore ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (283 reviews)
"Close to shops and easy to get to"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$103 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$103
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,613 reviews)
"Very central, walking distance to Wellington sights. Clean good size rooms, and comfortable beds"
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
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 Petone
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Khandallah
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Khandallah and surrounding area, you can visit Interislander Ferry Terminal and Sky Stadium.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
4/5(162 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
4.5/5(270 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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