Holidays in Wellington

For all the facts you need about visiting Wellington, head to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Covering quarantine policies, travel restrictions and more, this guide will help make your trip as hassle-free as possible.

Because we understand life is full of surprises, the answer is yes. For more information, visit our Customer Service Portal. But generally speaking, if you’ve booked your package in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or change it free of charge. Your hotel, airline or car rental company may impose a fee if your booking is older than that.

There are many places to book a hotel in Wellington, but one of the most popular is Te Aro. There’s plenty here to keep you on the go, such as Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). Alternatively, make Wellington CBD your home base. Civic Square is among this neighbourhood’s famous attractions.

People travelling to Wellington often make a reservation at West Plaza Hotel or QT Wellington. You’ll find them in Te Aro. Another great neighbourhood is Wellington CBD. InterContinental Wellington, an IHG Hotel and West Plaza Hotel are reputable choices in this part of town.

If saving money is a priority, August is the best time to escape to Wellington. October is typically the priciest month, so expect your credit card to take a hit if you visit then. March, April, February are the high season months and when this destination is often at its best. Clear space in your calendar for October, November, August if you’d prefer a quieter holiday.

Smart travellers often reserve their seats as early as possible. You can generally browse through international fares on Expedia up to a year before your flight. If you’ve left booking to the last minute, don’t stress. Bargain prices sometimes become available in the last weeks before departure.

You’ll pick up impressive savings when you bundle your hotels, flights and rental cars into a travel package. Not only that, booking everything in one spot will make your trip planning easier. So why waste your money or time? Whether you’re putting together an upscale romantic escape or a low-cost family road trip, have a look at our holiday packages today.

If you’re longing for some time away but can’t afford to pay upfront, Expedia can help with an easy payment option. Thanks to our partnership with online lender Affirm, you can Book Now, Pay Later and start planning your journey today.