Houghton Bay

Wellington

Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Overlooking Houghton Bay from Buckley Reserve. Wellington, NZ.
Looking east-ish , towards Lyall Bay from the trail on Headland Reserve.
A sunset in Octobre along The Esplanade.

Popular places to visit

Cuba Street Mall featuring cafe scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4/5(130 reviews)

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Te Papa

Te Papa

4.5/5(160 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

Wellington Central Business District

4/5(81 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 scene in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -

Lambton Quay

4.5/5(36 reviews)

During your visit to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4/5(61 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
Weta Workshop which includes interior views and a statue or sculpture

The Weta Cave

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

The Weta Cave

Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ₩100,724 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩100,724
₩115,834 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,664 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on Jan 17, 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 ₩138,922 per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
₩138,922
₩159,760 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ₩142,242 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩142,242
₩163,578 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ₩122,437 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩122,437
₩140,802 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,434 reviews)
Great location and really clean

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ₩100,614 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩100,614
₩115,706 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (948 reviews)
General vibe of the hotel.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ₩98,378 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩98,378
₩113,135 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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! (1,000 reviews)
Only parking let this down. Everything else was fine.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

ibis Wellington
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Other neighborhoods around Houghton Bay

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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
Island Bay Wellington

Island Bay

Island Bay Beach is just one place worth a stop on your visit to Island Bay, and travelers also love the fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views, and popular shops.

Island Bay
The flying eagle at WLG airport who crash landed during the recent earthquake but now seems to be back in place

Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Kilbirnie
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals

Newtown

Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park.

Newtown
The Wellington sign describes this city as very windy at times. Lucky for us the weather was spectacular everyday. #wellington #wellingtonsign #newzealand #windy #miramar

Miramar

Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.

Miramar
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Mount Cook

While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Mount Cook

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