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Our top choices for Sunshine Bay hotels

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Guest' sign, large windows, and a contemporary design.

1. Quest Petone

Quest Petone
4.0 star property
Petone, 6.5 km from Sunshine Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (683 reviews)
"Comfy beds. Kind staff. Great location"
Australia
Bridget
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Quest Petone
A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

2. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4.0 star property
Petone, 6 km from Sunshine Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (638 reviews)
"Good location ,great parking and friendly staff,will stay again"
Australia
Eric
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front.

3. Foreshore Motor Lodge

Foreshore Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Petone, 6.5 km from Sunshine Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (391 reviews)
"Great stay."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Foreshore Motor Lodge
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
4.5 star property
Hutt Central, 7.4 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Beautifully laid out room very spacious , I wish could have stayed longer , tea and coffee are absolutely are not to be missed."
Australia
Reynaldo
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt
4.0 star property
Hutt Central, 7.5 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Great room, excellent restaurant staff amazing"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt
A reception area with a sign for 'TOP 10 Holiday Parks Classic Wellington' and a building entrance.

6. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Gracefield, 4.5 km from Sunshine Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (316 reviews)
"Room was spotless as were the amenities and the staff very helpful :)"
Australia
Trish
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window.

7. Avana Suites

Avana Suites
4.5 star property
Petone, 7.1 km from Sunshine Bay
6.6 out of 10, (348 reviews)
"Had everything you needed."
Australia
Nicola
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Avana Suites
A building entrance with a staircase leading to a second floor, a garage with a red car, and a sign indicating a car rental service.

8. Champers Motor Inn

Champers Motor Inn
3.5 star property
7.7 km from Sunshine Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (324 reviews)
"The worst motel I’ve stayed in for ages. Untidy property; unhelpful manager; staff behaving badly (called police when my autistic son was unwell instead of just checking in on us); mould on shower curtain; radiator heating not working. And the ONLY place to take a $100 bond from me on my entire 8 night trip. Super slow process to get my cash back Highly NOT recommended Stay away! It’s cheap for a reason. Yuk."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Champers Motor Inn
A coastal landscape with a view of the sea and distant hills.

9. 83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Petone, 6.8 km from Sunshine Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (295 reviews)
"A nice and clean room"
United States
Timothy
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

10. Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott Lodge
4.0 star property
Boulcott, 8.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Boulcott Lodge
A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

11. Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge
4.5 star property
Petone, 6.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (408 reviews)
"Joe at Ava Lodge is excellent to deal with, always a great stay!"
Australia
Sarah
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ava Lodge
A two-story building with a bay window, a porch, and a sign that reads "The House."

12. Settlers Motor Lodge

Settlers Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Petone, 7.1 km from Sunshine Bay
6.6 out of 10, (536 reviews)
"Room was not clean, coffee stains and scraps of things on the table, towel was used and wet, soap on the bathroom was open, used and with the envelope ripped as well."
Australia
Luciano
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Settlers Motor Lodge
A hotel entrance with a curved facade, large glass doors, and a sign reading "Brentwood."

13. Brentwood Hotel

Brentwood Hotel
3.5 star property
10.9 km from Sunshine Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I likecthe friendly, helpful ataff"
Australia
Jenny
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Brentwood Hotel
A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

14. Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
10.6 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place"
Australia
T
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rydges Wellington Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

15. ASURE Green Gables Motel

ASURE Green Gables Motel
2.0 star property
Boulcott, 8.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Great location, had everything I needed"
Australia
Dave
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
ASURE Green Gables Motel
A building with a covered entrance, a parking area with several cars, and a garden with pink and white flowers.

16. Motel 22

Motel 22
2.0 star property
7.7 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room,reasonably price,highly recommend"
Canada
Ceyhan
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Motel 22
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

17. Camellia Court Motel

Camellia Court Motel
4.0 star property
7.6 km from Sunshine Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family. Highly recommend"
Australia
Rodney
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Camellia Court Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small kitchen area, and a shower.

18. Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Sunshine Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (134 reviews)
"Great place to stay and easy to get into the city"
Australia
George
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Newlands Court Motel
A coastal view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses and a cruise ship in the distance.

19. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
10.3 km from Sunshine Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Lovely room, delicious breakfast and gracious hosts!"
United States
Kathy
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast
A row of white buildings with grey roofs, arranged in a street with a clear sky.

20. Midway Pacifica Lodge

Midway Pacifica Lodge
3.0 star property
Petone, 7.1 km from Sunshine Bay
5.0 out of 10, (217 reviews)
"Everything you need right there and very clean and tidy "
Australia
Merv
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Midway Pacifica Lodge
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Our guide on where to stay in Sunshine Bay

Find the best Sunshine Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

A group of people swimming in a clear river surrounded by dense forest.
Photo by Adele Billaney
Open Photo by Adele Billaney

Wainuiomata

While visiting Wainuiomata, you might make a stop by sights like Wainuiomata Recreation Area and Remutaka Forest Park.

A pier extending into a body of water with waves crashing onto the shore.

Eastbourne

While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and Wainuiomata Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Naenae

While there might not be top attractions in Naenae, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre 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.

Top Sunshine Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Sunshine Bay

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location, super easy for a transit night. Clean and modern hotel."
Sara 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Rydges Wellington Airport

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Sunshine Bay?
The best time to visit Sunshine Bay is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, superb for enjoying the outdoors.

During this period, the average daily temperatures hover around 20-25°C, making it ideal for beach activities, swimming, and exploring the coastal paths. The sea is also at its warmest, inviting you for a dip in the calm waters. Families with children will particularly appreciate the long, bright days for making the most of the bay's sheltered beaches and picnic spots.

The shoulder seasons of autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November) also offer pleasant conditions with fewer crowds. Temperatures are milder, typically ranging from 15-20°C, and there's still plenty of sunshine. This makes it a great time for couples looking for a more peaceful getaway, allowing them to enjoy leisurely walks along the waterfront or dine at the local eateries without the peak season bustle.

While winter (June to August) is cooler and wetter, with temperatures around 10-14°C, it can still be a good time for those who enjoy brisk walks and cosy evenings.
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