Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, situated near a body of water with steps leading down to it.
A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a bridge over water, and a calm river reflecting lights.
A statue of a human figure overlooking a waterfront cityscape with buildings and hills in the background.

Stay near popular Wellington Waterfront attractions

A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.

Te Papa

9.4/10 (3,522 reviews)
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
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Activities

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer

AU$195
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

AU$77
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Plenty of photo stops

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

AU$151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

AU$183
per adult
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington
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Our pick of the best Wellington Waterfront Hotel Deals

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is AU$126 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$126
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel, the staff were so friendly and accomodating and this place is close to everywhere! We even had a washer and dryer so we didnt have to pack laundry home. However, for a 2 bedroom suite on the 3RD floor there should have been curtains at least. There was a Lot of street noise, and it was ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is AU$171 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$171
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is AU$185 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$185
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
"Do not stay here. There is no reception, no one to check you in. You will stand outside the hotel for 30 minutes waiting for an AI to send you online confirmation. This is after calling an actual human to check you in, who just directs you online as the only way to check in, and then becomes impossible ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$154 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$154
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$137 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$137
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is AU$98 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$98
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"The room was very clean and nicely styled. The staff are nice and very helpful. The room was a bit small for two people and luggage, but we still enjoyed it."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Our guide on where to stay in Wellington Waterfront

Find the best Wellington Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

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

A mountainous landscape with a prominent snow-capped peak, dense green forest, and rugged terrain.

Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

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