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Next weekend
17 Jul - 19 Jul
In two weeks
24 Jul - 26 Jul
In one month
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In two months
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Makara Beach hostels

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The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Helpful staff and clean room."
Australia
BUDIRAHARDJA
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
The Marion Hostel
Twin Room Ensuite with Harbour view

Haka House Wellington

Haka House Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (496 reviews)
"Property very central in Wtn city. Beautiful modern place. Very clean, confortable beds. Everything very convenient. Great friendly staff. Kitchen well equipped. Filtered water. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
lorraine
The price is NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Haka House Wellington
Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Pipitea
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very comfortable and clean and everything that I needed Many thanks"
Australia
Elaine
The price is NZ$64
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Meeting facility

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Aro
7.8 out of 10, Good, (908 reviews)
"The bar was excellent, the food was great. The staff were very friendly and the rooms were very tidy and spacious. Only downside was no car park, other then that we would stay here again."
Australia
Lance
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
Exterior detail

Trek Global Backpackers

Trek Global Backpackers
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff, rooms very clean"
Australia
Bernadette
The price is NZ$63
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Trek Global Backpackers
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Top Makara Beach Hotel Reviews

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Great central place to stay"
Judith 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Rydges Wellington

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Makara Beach Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,842
Accommodation
8 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$63
Highest Price
NZ$116

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Makara Beach?
You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our guests: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor - 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from the heart of Makara Beach. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a lift at this aparthotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Makara Beach?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Makara Beach is 986 mm.
What is there to see and do in Makara Beach?
Get out into nature with places such as Makara Beach, Botanic Gardens and Zealandia. Cultural attractions include Michael Fowler Centre, Te Papa and St James Theatre. Locals like to shop at Lambton Quay and Cuba Street Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around Makara Beach while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Makara Beach in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.), 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ), situated 26.3 mi (42.4 km) away.

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