Houghton Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with rocky formations and a colorful sunset sky.
A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, rocky coastline, and residential buildings.
A coastal town with houses by the sea, waves crashing onto the shore, and cliffs in the background.
A rugged coastline with turbulent waves crashing against rocky outcrops and a lighthouse in the distance.
A coastal landscape with a view of the ocean, hills, and scattered houses.

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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$209 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$209
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
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$159 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$159
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is NZ$119 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$119
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
Naumi Studio Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$159 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$159
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (1,649 reviews)
"Helpful to be told of the shortcut to Lambton Quay."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$201 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$201
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Avoid - there are better options. Reception staff miserable and the breakfast and dinner service in the main restaurant is awful. We stayed two night. Hotel is tired. Bathrooms basic and cheap and the safe did not work Breakfast team started closing early as “they were quiet” but we had jet lag and ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Rydges Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is NZ$302 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$302
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Houghton Bay

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Wellington CBD

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

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.

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.

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.

Mount Victoria

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



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