Island Bay
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Island Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Wellington Central Business District
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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Island Bay Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great location nice room exclusive entry to a separate hotel lounge to relax good range of choices for breakfast"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"Great value, modern, comfortable and a very convenient annd stress free option for catching an early flight."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Wonderful location especially"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
ibis Wellington
"Room was fine for an older hotel - clean with standard amenities. Air conditioning barely functioned which made for uncomfortable sleeping. For the price, the room was okay."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Island Bay
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.
Newtown
Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Brooklyn
While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Central Park and Basin Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park and Basin Reserve.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
