Makara Beach Travel Guide

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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

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Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is NZ$202 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
NZ$202
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The room was spotless

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$163 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$163
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,708 reviews)
The staff were lovely, the room was clean

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$178 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$178
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
The view

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
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.
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
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! (1,473 reviews)
Clean, serviced apartment with good amenities in a good location near waterfront and cable car. Excellent reception. Surrounded by car parks so no good views out of the window.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (519 reviews)
Washer/dryer in room super useful. Full kitchenette including dishwasher. Location was good for city centre. On street parking at Vivian street was good but 3 hour max stay during the day. After hours check in was a little tricky.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay Wellington
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)
Room was spacious but the parking was a little off and not good. The approach to the hotel was cramped to unload the bags.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Adina CityLife Wellington
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.

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