Hataitai

Wellington

On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)
On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)
Free camp spot for self contained vehicles and lovely view as always
Art sculpture and beautiful views of Wellington city up on the Mount Victoria lookout, New Zealand #NewZealand #Wellington #NZ #Architecture

Popular places to visit

Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal
Cuba Street Mall which includes café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Te Papa featuring night scenes, theatre scenes and modern architecture

Te Papa

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

Wellington Central Business District

Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
TSB Bank Arena showing modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama

Sky Stadium

Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sky Stadium

Things to do

Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

HK$917
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

HK$823
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

HK$517
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight Tour
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

HK$1,387
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

HK$940
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples

HK$776
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples
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Top hotels in Hataitai

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

4 out of 5
302-304 Evans Bay Parade Wellington
The price is HK$690 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$690
HK$811 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
Wonderful staff, extremely accommodating to my change of cercumstance and my time of arrival, could not have asked for more. Location to airport and waterfront for morning walks, great cafe just a few steps down the road and the wellington central shops really close. Will be staying again

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
Spacious Executive Modern Home, City Fringe!

Spacious Executive Modern Home, City Fringe!

Wellington Wellington
Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Mount Victoria ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
Plenty of space for our family. Quiet area but only 5-10 minutes from all the sites of Wellington. Steve was very helpful.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

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Spacious Executive Modern Home, City Fringe!
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is HK$933 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
HK$933
HK$1,073 total
6 Mar - 7 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Location, room, amenities, staff were all excellent. Looking forward to coming back.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 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 HK$607 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$607
HK$698 total
29 Mar - 30 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,713 reviews)
Clean room, convenient location.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is HK$874 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$874
HK$1,005 total
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! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is HK$697 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$697
HK$802 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,476 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Hataitai

Wellington Fountain

Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
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 which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and a city

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.

Wellington Waterfront
Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals

Newtown

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

Newtown

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