Hataitai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, calm water, and a distant mountain range under a clear sky.
A marina with several sailboats docked, calm water, and a distant cityscape with buildings and hills.
A large glass pyramid structure with a metal railing in the foreground, overlooking a coastal city and green hills in the background.

Stay near popular Hataitai attractions

Kainui Reserve Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Kainui Reserve Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington.
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Activities

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

NZ$95
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

NZ$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience

Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience

NZ$115
per adult
Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience
Private Guided Tour to Wellington

Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington

NZ$14
per adult
Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington
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Our pick of the best Hataitai Hotel Deals

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

4 out of 5
302-304 Evans Bay Parade Wellington
The price is NZ$174 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$174
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hnry Stadium and Interislander ...
9/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
"Very clean room. Staff were so helpful. Room cleaned every day. Always parking spots available. Kitchen was good. No shelves in bathroom"

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$139 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$139
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,798 reviews)
"My go to hotel when travelling to Wellington. The staff are helpful, my room is always ready when I arrive and the rooms are nice and quiet. Bonus is that their hotel lift takes you straight down to Lambton Quay for ease of accessing the shops and eateries. The buffet breakfast is pretty good ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$175 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$175
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The risotto was cold and inedible."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$194 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$194
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$130 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$130
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is NZ$295 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$295
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Hataitai

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A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

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 coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Embassy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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