Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Looking north at Houghton Bay from the trail through Headland Reserve.
Overlooking Houghton Bay from Buckley Reserve. Wellington, NZ.
Looking east-ish , towards Lyall Bay from the trail on Headland Reserve.
A sunset in Octobre along The Esplanade.

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is NZ$211 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$211
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (1,001 reviews)
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.

Reviewed on 3 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$165 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$165
8 Mar - 9 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,691 reviews)
Friendly, helpful staff + location was key.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$199 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$199
8 Mar - 9 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! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful sea view room. Good food in the restaurant

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$195 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$195
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,454 reviews)
Friendly staff, Naomi at Reception was so welcoming, spotless rooms.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is NZ$146 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$146
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (958 reviews)
Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$140 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$140
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Quiet, comfortable, great staff

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

ibis 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.

Other neighbourhoods around Houghton 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
Island Bay  Wellington

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
Panoramic view over Wellington Harbour, Mt Victoria and red roofed houses of suburbian Wellington, New Zealand.

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 featuring zoo animals

Newtown

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

Newtown
The Wellington sign describes this city as very windy at times. Lucky for us the weather was spectacular everyday. #wellington #wellingtonsign #newzealand #windy #miramar

Miramar

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

Miramar
Mont Cook

Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook


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