Waiwhetu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waiwhetu
Activities
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
NZ$325
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
NZ$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
NZ$95
per adult
Our pick of the best Waiwhetu Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$107 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$107
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,767 reviews)
"Love our stay,r rooms were perfect and staff super friendly. Will definitely be back 😀"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is NZ$194 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$194
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient & very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Rydges Wellington
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$188 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$188
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"I was told there was parking, when I arrived I was told there was none, wouldn’t use the hotel again"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$143 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$143
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,561 reviews)
"We stayed in the Queen apartment room it was perfect for the 2 day Masterclass online sessions we were doing, nice and quiet the service staff were super helpful and accommodating. Onsite parking was great, laundry facility in the apartment was handy. Had to be very careful when getting in/out of ..."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is NZ$145 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$145
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay right in the heart of everything. parking can be a little tight for bigger vehicles other than that an awesome experience."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
2-6 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$122 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$122
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"location is very convenient, staff were helpful"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Waiwhetu
Find the best Waiwhetu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.
Eastbourne
While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and The Weta Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.
Photo by Adele Billaney
Open Photo by Adele Billaney
Wainuiomata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wainuiomata and surrounding area, you can visit Eastbourne Beach and Petone Foreshore.
Stokes Valley
Stokes Valley might not have many top sights, but Trentham Racecourse and Queensgate Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse are top sights worth seeing.
