Makara Beach

Travel Guide

It was a bit windy on this beautiful walk but I guess that's why they built the wind turbines here. Beautiful area
It was a bit windy on this beautiful walk but I guess that's why they built the wind turbines here. Beautiful area
Great view back down the path on the Makara walkway
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
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The price is ₩118,453 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
₩118,453
₩136,221 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
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! (1,661 reviews)
Well maintained clean rooms. Awesome breakfast. Really good spread and tasty. Very friendly check in staff and even friendlier house keeping crew.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 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 ₩135,363 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
₩135,363
₩155,670 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16
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! (1,000 reviews)
Didn't have breakfast, so no comment. The major restaurant was closed, but the Peltonen had a simple menu and their food was excellent. Well done to who ever is in charge of Food & Beverage there

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ₩112,801 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
₩112,801
₩129,725 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
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! (1,428 reviews)
Lovely staff. Quick check in. Clean room. Compact. Central to everything. Walking distance to everything.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
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! (1,428 reviews)
Lovely staff. Quick check in. Clean room. Compact. Central to everything. Walking distance to everything.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites

4 out of 5
5 O'Reily Ave Wellington
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,290 reviews)
Would give it a 5/5 but the room didn’t have a functioning TV. Bed and shower were good. Staff were friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Boulcott Suites
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (507 reviews)
Awesome staff!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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