Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is NZ$126 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$126
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,517 reviews)
Nice hotel, great breakfast, outlook not so good
"Nice room but a bargain price so naf view from room. Great breakfast, very clean, great staff. Shower over bath so not great for us old folks."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is NZ$201 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$201
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Grear"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is NZ$190 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$190
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is NZ$148 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$148
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location with excellent service."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is NZ$118 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$118
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and the breakfast is great. However, the aircon in the rooms is similair to a industrial unit used in russian nuclear reactors, just as much noise, but barely cools. Perfect for a short stop, but if you intend spending long in the room or a light sleeper askmin advance ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

ibis Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is NZ$148 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$148
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,317 reviews)
"Nice room with in-room washer and dryer!!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Bay

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Island Bay

Highlights of Island Bay include its fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Island Bay Beach is a top sight to visit.

Island Bay
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Lyall Bay

Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.

Lyall Bay
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Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kilbirnie
Wellington Zoo showing cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown
Weta Workshop showing art and interior views

Miramar

Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.

Miramar
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Brooklyn

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Brooklyn

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