The Best Hotels Closest to Carter Observatory in Wellington for 2026

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Lavina.

₩94,503

₩108,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory

Kelly

₩153,440

₩176,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a walk-in closet.

A mirror with a black frame, a potted plant with broad leaves, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting. There is a leather sofa with cushions and a small wooden table.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are hanging lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory

Fiona

₩165,294

₩190,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Timothy

₩167,041

₩192,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory

Pedro

₩109,136

₩125,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOJOURN' sign, multiple floors, and a mix of window styles.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory

Norman

₩111,426

₩128,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

7. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory

Rachel

₩84,365

₩97,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Florian

₩66,858

₩76,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

9. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Shane

₩130,355

₩149,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

10. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory

Julian

₩156,920

₩180,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory

Nga Tokorua

₩106,716

₩122,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

A marina with several sailboats docked, a waterfront promenade with colorful buildings, and a hill with residential structures in the background.

12. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

Rob

₩201,230

₩231,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel lobby with a marble wall, glass doors, and potted plants.

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Mohammad

₩106,120

₩122,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A round table with a floral centerpiece, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern bar area with a curved marble counter, red bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

14. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Brent

₩100,224

₩115,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory

Stephen

₩131,488

₩151,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A group of people dining at a table with a city view.

A person standing at a reception desk with a computer and a vase of flowers.

A modern living room with a blue patterned wall, a fireplace, and a yellow sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view.

16. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory

Emma

₩110,873

₩127,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

A corridor with a carpeted floor and wooden and dark-colored walls.

17. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory

Georgia

₩92,257

₩106,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory

Julie

₩97,666

₩112,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

A modern hotel room with a red leather sofa, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a distant hill.

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory

Angela

₩155,550

₩178,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A view from a balcony overlooking a historic church with a large rose window and a statue on top.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a glass door.

A reception area with a counter, purple seating, giraffe artwork, and large windows.

A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

20. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

chris

₩134,419

₩154,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 806 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 250 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 110 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 316 reviews	View

Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Well located, comfortable and affordable, great staff, if I had to have a negative the food is a little pricey however there is good pub food very close by"

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."

Oaks Wellington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and tidy. Very handy location for attending music venues, restaurants etc."

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"Shower put water everywhere in bathroom and street noise was a little load apart from that was gd"

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and beautiful rooms. Bed was incredibly comfy. Pillows too. Easy access to car park next door - park in Wilson’s HSBC tower car park for direct door through to hotel. Disappointed that no decent coffee in the room. Some small issues with lifts not working and room key not working whilst we stayed."

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and tidy hotel close to the city"

West Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very handy to the CBD. There is parking (by plate) at the rear of the property - go to the end of the shared space."

Naumi Studio Wellington

8/10 Good

"It is as funky as the photos! Everything we needed, with some fun not just a white room. Not that sound proof but that's an old building fur you. Great location and super friendly staff"

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Good location, good facilities, needs a facelight though"

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A large glass conservatory surrounded by manicured gardens and a hilltop house.

Botanic Gardens

9.0/10 (620 reviews)

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A historic building with a central dome, large windows, and a flagpole.

Victoria University of Wellington

8.8/10 (368 reviews)

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Wellington Cable Car

9.0/10 (1,313 reviews)

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A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.

Wellington Central Business District

8.6/10 (3,026 reviews)

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A historic house with a large porch and a sign in the foreground.

Antrim House

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Kelburn Park

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Khandallah Park

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?

Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 149 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Carter Observatory?

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Carter Observatory. Other good options close by include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Carter Observatory?

Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carter Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Carter Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Carter Observatory?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Carter Observatory, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?

You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Cable Car Museum. Old St Paul's, Parliament House, and Te Aro Pa are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

1. Quest 256 Lambton

2. The Intrepid Hotel

3. The Cobbler Hotel

4. Sofitel Wellington

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

7. Liberty Apartment Hotel

8. The Marion Hostel

9. Bolton Hotel

10. Ohtel Wellington

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

12. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

13. Adina CityLife Wellington

14. Naumi Studio Wellington

15. Southgate Motor Inn

16. Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

17. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

18. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

20. Boulcott Suites

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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

ibis Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Quest 256 Lambton

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

West Plaza Hotel

Naumi Studio Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

Other attractions near Carter Observatory

Cable Car Museum

Botanic Gardens

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington Cable Car

Wellington Central Business District

Antrim House

Kelburn Park

Khandallah Park

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