Island Bay

Wellington

Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Rachel Brown
Photo by Rachel Brown

Popular places to visit

Island Bay Beach

Island Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Island Bay Beach
Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(53 reviews)

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

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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

Cuba Street Mall
Wellington featuring kayaking or canoeing and interior views

Wellington Central Business District

4/5(37 reviews)

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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
TSB Arena featuring 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
Courtenay Place showing a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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

Courtenay Place

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

CA $144
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

CA $73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

CA $1,178
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Cable car over Auckland at dusk

3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour

CA $1,052
per adult
3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

CA $305
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

CA $45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
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Island 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 CA $96 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $96
CA $111 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,509 reviews)
"Great check-in. Front of house staff were friendly and polite."

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 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 CA $148 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $148
CA $170 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very quiet. Comfy bed. Good shower."

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is CA $136 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $136
CA $156 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul. 16, 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 CA $132 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $132
CA $151 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay in wellington with an amazing harbour view day or night. The room was a great set out although a little tired but very comfortable bed and excellent waterfront location. Will go back again"

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is CA $84 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $84
CA $97 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very good customer service, great to have a restaurant on sight, and very handy to main shopping areas. Lovely comfy bed and cosy room."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

ibis Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $87 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $87
CA $102 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,316 reviews)
"Nice room with in-room washer and dryer!!"

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Wellington Zoo which includes cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Newtown

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

Newtown
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Kilbirnie

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

Kilbirnie
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Brooklyn

While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Basin Reserve and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brooklyn
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Mount Cook

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

Mount Cook
Mount Victoria Lookout showing a bay or harbour, a city and night scenes

Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria

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