Houghton Bay
Wellington




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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

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 scene in this walkable area.

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

Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Things to do

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

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

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Houghton Bay Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Good
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Clean, comfortable room. Reasonable price compared to most hotels right at the airport. Very convenient
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Still in the process of new owners taking over, so for example can’t accept Amex yet. Most things remain the same - lots of opportunities for new owners to improve, from a fairly average spa with only a few jets working for 3 minutes at a time, to noisy rooms with average aircon. Breakfast very overpriced ...
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
it was unique
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Very convenient access to downtown Wellington and staff provided a map to guide us to a shortcut to Lambton Quay. The room was comfortable, very clean, and had a combination washer/dryer and small kitchenette for making a simple meal. Handy, free onsite parking and friendly staff.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

ibis Wellington
Nice breakfast comfy bed and pillows. Only issue was intermittent rushing water noise from the bathroom in the night. Was very loud and would wake me up. Nice and handy to course at vic uni
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Bay

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.

Island Bay
Island Bay Beach is just one place worth a stop on your visit to Island Bay, and travelers also love the fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views, and popular shops.

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

Newtown
Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park.

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

Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park and Basin Reserve.
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