10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Carter Observatory in Wellington from NZ$113

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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 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.

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

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Shelley

NZ$159

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

2. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory

Kelly

NZ$202

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

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

3. The Cobbler Hotel

Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory

Tamara

NZ$163

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A modern hotel with a prominent 'SOFITEL' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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

4. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Bekah

NZ$255

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory

Norman

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

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

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory

Jennifer

NZ$170

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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, two chairs, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

7. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory

Julian

NZ$220

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hallway with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

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

8. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Florian

NZ$113

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

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

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory

Gayle

NZ$171

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

Rob

NZ$299

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

11. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory

Anna

NZ$185

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory

Caitlyn

NZ$123

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble countertop.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Mega

NZ$185

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

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

14. Adina CityLife Wellington

Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory

Mohammad

NZ$151

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

A multi-story building with the sign "QUEST" prominently displayed.

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

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

15. Quest on Thorndon

Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory

Glen

NZ$159

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory

NZ$149

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with curtains.

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

17. Boulcott Suites

Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory

Waimarie

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

18. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory

Con

NZ$173

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 modern building with a curved facade and the name "TAKINA" prominently displayed.

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory

Judy

NZ$198

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

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

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

20. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory

Stephen

NZ$211

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 793 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 244 reviews	View
The Cobbler Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee	9.4 Exceptional 288 reviews	View

Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Overall, good value for money. Room was spacious, bed very comfortable and view of city was nice. Shower was strong and hot. Location was excellent. I wish reception had warned us at check in that the tvs only got limited Sky and NO Freeview, as we spent ages one evening trying to watch our favourite TV1 programme after a tiring day. Quite frustrating!"

Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A great place for business travellers. I stayed in a well appointed studio room with comfy bed and big desk. Nice and quiet. Handy to Parliament and numerous government agencies."

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel in the middle of Wellington ticks all the boxes for me so it’s a perfect place to stay"

ibis Wellington

8/10 Good

"Hotelwad"

Quest 256 Lambton

8/10 Good

"The staff were excellent- very helpful and efficient- absolutely first rate. The hotel is in a good location for shopping and WOW. The room amenities are good - very nice having a tumble drier (for the towels)! No view, but didn’t expect one. No bar or restaurant but don’t need one as so many great places to eat and drink nearby. A nice, functional hotel in a great location and wonderful staff."

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

8/10 Good

"Clean but small twin bed room. Would have been much better with a coffee machine but loved the bathroom and lighting the room. Parking kind of painful but got the hang of it and was then ok. Nice vibe."

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice, enjoyable stay, walking distance to most things downtown."

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"Clean room fitted out well."

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"So close to the Michael Fowler Centre and lots of restaurants etc. in the area. The rooms were immaculate"

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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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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, take a look at the 149 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and InterContinental Wellington by IHG.

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

Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Carter Observatory.

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. Turnbull House, 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 Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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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 - Ghuznee

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

7. Ohtel Wellington

8. The Marion Hostel

9. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

11. Bolton Hotel

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

14. Adina CityLife Wellington

15. Quest on Thorndon

16. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

17. Boulcott Suites

18. Naumi Hotel Wellington

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

20. Southgate Motor Inn

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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Bolton Hotel

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

ibis Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Quest Atrium Serviced Apartments

Oaks Wellington Hotel

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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