Title: Visit Te Aro: Best of Te Aro, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Te Aro](https://expedia.ca/Te-Aro-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248635943691114-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Te Aro Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Te-Aro.d553248635943691114.Car-Rental-Guide)[Te Aro Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Te-Aro.d553248635943691114.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Te Aro ## Wellington ![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!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/7575a002-4af5-4560-aef7-c876066f639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/7575a002-4af5-4560-aef7-c876066f639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The place far exceeded my expectations!! Only had a couple hours, but you could easily spend the entire day there. I'm not even really a museum person, but seriously, don't miss this place!!! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/36eb1675-17ef-4e89-9f66-78c5bc440e2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Apparently people love to jump off places into the water here](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/041315cc-9d56-4819-af6c-1eba6ee1e012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The place far exceeded my expectations!! Only had a couple hours, but you could easily spend the entire day there. I'm not even really a museum person, but seriously, don't miss this place!!! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/be6591de-1a7b-4eab-bab9-e2a05de3214b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Te Aro Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Te Papa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108396/44ec87bf-6a75-4967-b806-437fa78f80d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Papa 5/5(53 reviews) See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Papa-Wellington.d6108396.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125704/433cf8d5-c501-4e1a-be46-6a28bb064a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Wellington.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ![Courtenay Place showing a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158687/48e1dbe1-02b9-420d-912c-8aded902cfad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Courtenay Place 4.5/5(13 reviews) Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets. [](https://expedia.ca/Courtenay-Place-Te-Aro.d6158687.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bucket Fountain which includes heritage architecture and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158679/4331c9a6-f1cd-4930-92aa-d5501061a0e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bucket Fountain Bucket Fountain 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 theater scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Bucket-Fountain-Te-Aro.d6158679.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre Learn about the events happening at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Takina-Wellington-Convention-And-Exhibition-Centre-Wellington.d788681962691174400.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour CA $140 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast CA $155 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Zealandia Twilight Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/792001/3d1c01d7-087f-4055-9617-c64dfa1ae1da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zealandia Twilight Tour CA $91 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![Wellington: Original LOTR Half Day Experience with Weta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47027490/04ae55e7-75c5-4b18-91af-8e607c44289f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta CA $144 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-original-lotr-half-day-experience-with-weta.a47027490.activity-details) ![View of Miramar from Mt Vic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395141/468c731b-38c7-442f-a536-69de353c2ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion CA $161 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-guided-ebike-tour-cruise-shore-excursion.a1395141.activity-details) ![Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/467476/f02c447f-f801-45af-9a5c-c06ad18f0e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa CA $29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Te Aro Hotel Deals ![Naumi Studio Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977353/9e768313_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naumi Studio Wellington 213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington CA $105 CA $122 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews) Location was good, great buffet. Room…..way too small for two people’s….no place for luggage! Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=977353&PinnedHotelID=977353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) ![TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89060000/89052800/89052757/c019cb3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street 15 Tory Street, Te Aro Wellington CA $144 CA $166 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (735 reviews) Good location. No Hotel parking, but plenty I. The street Nice property Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=89052757&PinnedHotelID=89052757&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) ![Oaks Wellington Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37130000/37129900/37129900/8ebf2c50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oaks Wellington Hotel 89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington CA $121 CA $140 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Room was large and had everything you need. Breakfast was plentiful and good. Downfalls were the very tight parking garage spaces and the neighborhood, while close to everything, was a little dirty, lots of homeless people too. Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=37129900&PinnedHotelID=37129900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) ![Boulcott Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6527500/6527491/cae91230_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Boulcott Suites 5 O'Reily Ave Wellington CA $197 CA $228 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,306 reviews) Room was clean and spacious. A/c worked great. Nice to have a washer/dryer Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=6527491&PinnedHotelID=6527491&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) ![Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66530000/66522700/66522603/fdaeade6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street 123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington CA $107 CA $123 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (512 reviews) The man on reception was welcoming and very helpful. Room was well equipped and the bed very comfortable Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=66522603&PinnedHotelID=66522603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) ![Microtel by Wyndham Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69380000/69373700/69373698/a4595c6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Microtel by Wyndham Wellington 25 Vivian St Wellington Wellington CA $66 CA $76 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7.8/10 Good! (659 reviews) A nice spacious room the top floor has big windows on the ceiling which I thought was really cool. If it had a microwave it would be perfect Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=69373698&PinnedHotelID=69373698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635943691114) [See all 481 properties in Te Aro](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635943691114) 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. ## Check Te Aro hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635943691114&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro ![Wellington which includes a sunset, a city and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/69a61606-2467-46c3-a8ab-1dc39eeeb73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wellington Waterfront The ample dining options and fascinating 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Wellington-Waterfront.dx553248635171298248) ![Mont Cook](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693197773536677888/8b8fb828-ad42-4ed1-8427-fe8e8b38b77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Cook While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park and Basin Reserve. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Mount-Cook.dx693197773536677888) ![Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . Taken from Mt Victoria with a Nikon FE2, Nikkor 105mm f1.8 , Ektar 100 film www.benhowe.co.nz #wellington #harbour #boat #rainbow #ektar100 #nikonFE2 #nikkor105mmf1.8 #35mmfilm #analog #film](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/1ec89cfe-7a03-449e-9e02-80bfb5d2ea25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Victoria If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Mount-Victoria.dx693197754977894400) ![Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976385887/1a6d6dad-62df-48ab-8db5-e53cf176e768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wellington CBD Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Wellington-CBD.dx553248635976385887) ![Wellington Fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/9b8cdab7-b1a0-441a-847a-5b2e04d0f9de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oriental Bay 4.5/5(4 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Oriental-Bay.dx553248635974586906) ![Wellington Cable Car ascending on a beautiful day. 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