Title: 10 Best Hotels in Makara, Wellington for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Makara hotels

![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2100000/2100000/2099997/dfa6e530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2100000/2100000/2099997/e002e0db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2100000/2100000/2099997/f420d3df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2100000/2100000/2099997/09971165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ohtel Wellington

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Ohtel-Wellington.h2099997.Hotel-Information)

Oriental Bay, 9.1 km from Makara

9.4/10

Exceptional

(360)

"The staff were very helpful. Could not have had a better stay."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sheldon

CA $194

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Ohtel-Wellington.h2099997.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626591/6b2d3352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626591/f24c2f54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio (Super-King Studio) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626591/e0937e0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio (Queen Studio) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626591/b6eeba75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ava Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Ava-Lodge.h9626591.Hotel-Information)

18.3 km from Makara

9.8/10

Exceptional

(392)

"Very clean and spacious "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Damian

CA $152

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Ava-Lodge.h9626591.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628987/95ed7b5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Queen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628987/b17d43e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Queen) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628987/f168c74c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort Double Room, Air conditioning | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628987/7458c9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Motel 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lower-Hutt-Hotels-Motel-22.h9628987.Hotel-Information)

19.8 km from Makara

9.0/10

Wonderful

(2)

"The room was clean."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Adrian

CA $103

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lower-Hutt-Hotels-Motel-22.h9628987.Hotel-Information)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456800/12456754/e3a19cf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room, Non Smoking, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456800/12456754/4817440e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456800/12456754/64599a41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456800/12456754/7123de66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Pacific-View-Bed-And-Breakfast.h12456754.Hotel-Information)

13.5 km from Makara

9.8/10

Exceptional

(153)

"Had a great stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Louise

CA $108

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Pacific-View-Bed-And-Breakfast.h12456754.Hotel-Information)

![Family Room, 3 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15083700/15083658/590d5cc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15083700/15083658/c8dc4b17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15083700/15083658/0031f172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15083700/15083658/75ad691c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ASURE Green Gables Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lower-Hutt-Hotels-Green-Gables-Motel.h15083658.Hotel-Information)

21.6 km from Makara

9.2/10

Wonderful

(183)

"Room was good although wear and tear was showing. The heater in the room is quite noisy."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Mark

CA $107

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lower-Hutt-Hotels-Green-Gables-Motel.h15083658.Hotel-Information)

![Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91653700/91653663/742f2f9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Loft | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91653700/91653663/5487d3dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91653700/91653663/e603dca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room Single Use, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91653700/91653663/43bee78d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Cobbler Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-The-Cobbler-Hotel.h91653663.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.4 km from Makara

9.6/10

Exceptional

(91)

"Great location and a stylish, well-equipped room."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Evelyn

CA $137

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-The-Cobbler-Hotel.h91653663.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/917800/917772/fb3d2fc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/917800/917772/e2dde623.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/917800/917772/b766917b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/917800/917772/fc963fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-The-Wellesley-Boutique-Hotel.h917772.Hotel-Information)

Wellington CBD, 8.2 km from Makara

8.8/10

Excellent

(524)

"Nice central location tucked a little bit out of the way."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Michael

CA $139

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-The-Wellesley-Boutique-Hotel.h917772.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28416700/28416627/10c38abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28416700/28416627/7b7a408f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28416700/28416627/b8de889a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28416700/28416627/2e6f03fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### U Suites on Manners

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Manners.h28416627.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.3 km from Makara

7.0/10

Good

(69)

"Very conveniently located - right on Cuba Street."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Michael

CA $179

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Manners.h28416627.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112190000/112186300/112186214/8bf564d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112190000/112186300/112186214/402087a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112190000/112186300/112186214/fe9b4a23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112190000/112186300/112186214/9c40e23c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airport Stays

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Airport-Stays.h112186214.Hotel-Information)

Miramar, 12.2 km from Makara

9.4/10

Exceptional

(20)

"Fabulous accommodation just a short walk from the airport complex. Very clean and quiet with easy public transport links to Wellington CBD."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kevin

CA $139

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Airport-Stays.h112186214.Hotel-Information)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14740000/14733300/14733273/7cb90465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14740000/14733300/14733273/3873c024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room, 2 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14740000/14733300/14733273/d4064dc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14740000/14733300/14733273/3ef1222e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sofitel Wellington

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Sofitel-Wellington.h14733273.Hotel-Information)

Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara

9.2/10

Wonderful

(718)

"Great staff and superb property"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

ATUL

CA $153

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Sofitel-Wellington.h14733273.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89820000/89820000/89819935/f56ae50e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89820000/89820000/89819935/794c2c24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89820000/89820000/89819935/ec9616e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Self parking (NZD 30 per day)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89820000/89820000/89819935/bda17eb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Proximity-Wellington-Thorndon.h89819935.Hotel-Information)

Pipitea, 8.8 km from Makara

8.8/10

Excellent

(82)

"Nice people- close to Ferry"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ian

CA $105

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Proximity-Wellington-Thorndon.h89819935.Hotel-Information)

![City Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103110000/103102000/103101927/8de35804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![City Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103110000/103102000/103101927/3b51f217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![City Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103110000/103102000/103101927/0b412bee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103110000/103102000/103101927/360ab686.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### U Suites on Victoria

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Victoria.h103101927.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.2 km from Makara

8.4/10

Very good

(9)

"Was such a nice place to stay. Had everything we needed. It was so unexpectedly quiet despite the lively location. Great value for money."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Olivia

CA $131

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Victoria.h103101927.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/acf3b047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/0be803b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/85452127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/bf457413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Liberty Apartment Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-79-Taranaki-Street.h96525362.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.5 km from Makara

9.2/10

Wonderful

(126)

"Super easy check in and out, friendly and helpful staff. Great location to walk around Wellington CBD. Clean and spacious, equipped with everything we needed for a short stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rebecca

CA $96

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-79-Taranaki-Street.h96525362.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87716000/87715975/adec3739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87716000/87715975/3fc7ee4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87716000/87715975/379b95a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87716000/87715975/35013fb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### U Suites on Jessie

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Jessie.h87715975.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.6 km from Makara

CA $241

CA $337 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Jessie.h87715975.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106940000/106932400/106932344/22482ca3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106940000/106932400/106932344/13a82565.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106940000/106932400/106932344/92715759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Double Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106940000/106932400/106932344/a3aed613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mana Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Porirua-Hotels-Mana-Motel.h106932344.Hotel-Information)

25.6 km from Makara

8.4/10

Very good

(49)

"It was perfect for a stopover night."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Erica

CA $83

CA $97 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 30 - Dec 31

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Porirua-Hotels-Mana-Motel.h106932344.Hotel-Information)

![Studio, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6300200/6300159/1a8d58ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6300200/6300159/32f77dac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6300200/6300159/ca2fe53a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6300200/6300159/518bad67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Residence-Hotel.h6300159.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.6 km from Makara

9.0/10

Wonderful

(416)

"Clean room and very friendly staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Elaine

CA $135

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Residence-Hotel.h6300159.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, LCD TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/cf213805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/b3599059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gilmer Apartment Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Gilmer-Apartment-Hotel.h1633802.Hotel-Information)

Wellington CBD, 8 km from Makara

8.8/10

Excellent

(1420)

"Good location and had everything we needed."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jonathan

CA $94

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 29 - Dec 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Gilmer-Apartment-Hotel.h1633802.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106310000/106305700/106305699/d8f1d78d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Apartment | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106310000/106305700/106305699/361d6711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106310000/106305700/106305699/cf7436bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Apartment | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106310000/106305700/106305699/a62f5547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### U Suites on Egmont

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Egmont.h106305699.Hotel-Information)

Te Aro, 8.4 km from Makara

7.8/10

Good

(11)

"nice big room was great "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Nicholas

CA $103

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-U-Suites-On-Egmont.h106305699.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Studio with Kitchen (Newly Refurbished)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11028000/11027989/9add64f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Spa Bath Studio (Newly Refurbished) | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11028000/11027989/750569e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two bedroom suite with full kitchen | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11028000/11027989/11431cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Spa Bath Studio (Newly Refurbished) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11028000/11027989/4fcb3fc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Newlands Court Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Newlands-Court-Motel.h11027989.Hotel-Information)

12.8 km from Makara

7.8/10

Good

(121)

"Handy location, great shower"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Nick

CA $139

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Newlands-Court-Motel.h11027989.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595795/2d29510f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595795/ddcbcb60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio - F](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595795/968bc173.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio - C | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595795/829fd229.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Capital Lodge Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Capital-Gateway-Motor-Inn.h2595795.Hotel-Information)

12.3 km from Makara

8.2/10

Very good

(190)

"Great location to food and entertainment. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rebecca

CA $111

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Capital-Gateway-Motor-Inn.h2595795.Hotel-Information)

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## Where to stay in Makara

Find the best Makara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. 

- Wellington CBD
- Te Aro
- Wellington Waterfront
- Petone
- Oriental Bay

![Wellington featuring kayaking or canoeing and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58755-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Wellington showing food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58757-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Wellington which includes a bridge and a pond as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58751-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Wellington Cable Car which includes railway items and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44087-Wellington-Cable-Car-Lambton-Quay-Station.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![City Gallery Wellington showing night scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44093-City-Gallery-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Wellington CBD map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:de_%7BFw%7Bui%60%40qXkMi%40N%7DGoC%7DDIsWbC%5Bu%40fCuGfA%7BLtBW%60O%7DMdDYbDbAvC%5DGeAyCVGaBrKcAFhAcDZDvAnEa%40%5CjAlI_A%7CAkC%7EBMDs%40nA%40%40%60%40hCTbF%60CcE%60JgGlIjBn%40aDxDnBdA_Ar%40%5EvAiAzGh%40Pc%40zC%5CpB%5DxA&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=3URPfDDgFwHMxe6WQxGDgXavT44=)

### 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.

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![Courtenay Place showing a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58668-Courtenay-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58766-Te-Papa-Museum-Of-New-Zealand.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Te Papa which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58768-Te-Papa-Museum-Of-New-Zealand.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Cuba Street Mall which includes shopping and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58677-Cuba-Street-Mall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Te Aro map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:hd%60%7BFogui%60%40%7DBkAGyByOqHcIoC%5CyA%5DqBb%40%7BCi%40QhA%7BG_%40wA%7E%40s%40oBeA%60DyDkBo%40fGmIbEaJ_I%7BCq%40%7BO%7CE%7BCBwCuKrH%5DgPfLeAKg%40jEx%40fAu%40lHxJ_%40x%40fg%40tUyHz%5CbBx%40iI%7E%5EgHcD%7BExTmAk%40a%40hB&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=NsSOued9wHUTNW_bFqul_UTIvCA=)

### Te Aro

Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants.

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![Wellington which includes a sunset, a city and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180651-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179146-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Wellington which includes a city, night scenes and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180657-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Wellington which includes a bay or harbour, a city and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180645-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Wellington Waterfront map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7El%7EzFkgwi%60%40iDOiLqGlHiGjDqEvOlBzLk%40bCiO%60Rm%40wCnP%7DEtJsHlBu%5B%7EE&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=vnpDz9DZ4Fc3-C3d_nFBSRmO5Fw=)

### 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. 

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![Petone map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:tzrzFongj%60%40sEg%40kA%5EGqRwDmRuTem%40%7BIg_%40a%40uIl%40cRvE_c%40fEoUbMyf%40rIb%40t%5B_FfFzAhe%40dC%5D%7EAx%40m%40_B%60FTa%40%7EFmBxAt%40zABl%40vArASBb%40P%7D%40ZHNlD_BhCuFxAuLxQ%7DJnSmIjVaFpWcOraA%60OtLIT%7BNyLyDdQgEhXdAxAgBvV&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=dHGFsNZMVN7O4pOoiZxmfo4PI2A=)

### Petone

Nestled between the Hutt River and Wellington Harbour, Petone boasts a sandy beach for family swimming and a historic main street with unique businesses. Explore the Petone Settlers Museum or stroll along the Hutt River.

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![Oriental Bay map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:jc%60%7BF%7Dqxi%60%40u%40KmHyJgAt%40oCu%40y%40uG%7D%40%60%40MsAxAaEiAdA%7B%40wEjEcCu%40aDdC%7BIM_Io%40i%40Xy%40u%40qFeIuEqEkM%7DByDKa%40l%40Up%40%60Bx%40Vf%40gBtAd%40SlB%7CThHbJvLpDbBqAjE%7DBtAxBxDw%40%7CBeBr%40WrB_%40Es%40zBs%40g%40By%40_ATXf%40%7BACLhAcAVGc%40o%40JOqAgBZ%7CCnJQ%7E%40l%40hAQvCLpBl%40fAInAvAlDjCxBMV%7EAv%40a%40hB&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=nfKvwT7vOzZ6c75cZDN4DvFFBTQ=)

### Oriental Bay

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

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## Top Makara Hotel Reviews

![Naumi Studio Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977353/9e768313_y.jpg)

### Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Funky style"

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Naumi-Studio-Wellington.h977353.Hotel-Information)

![Bolton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1158200/1158140/cd44127d_y.jpg)

### Bolton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very tidy clean room staff friendly and very helpful."

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Bolton-Hotel.h1158140.Hotel-Information)

![WQ Wellington Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/420000/419800/419775/w3000h1995x0y3-db28ea26_y.jpg)

### WQ Wellington Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very welcoming and courteous and the hotel's environment was tasteful and quiet."

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Atura-Wellington.h419775.Hotel-Information)

![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70_y.jpg)

### Gilmer Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and had everything we needed."

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Gilmer-Apartment-Hotel.h1633802.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/02929c99_y.jpg)

### Rydges Wellington Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms are great we had a family unit. Food in the Peloton was great"

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Rydges-Wellington-Airport.h30101357.Hotel-Information)

![Boulcott Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6527500/6527491/cae91230_y.jpg)

### Boulcott Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great facilities, attentive staff. Great location."

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Boulcott-Suites.h6527491.Hotel-Information)

![DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19858900/19858858/78563242_y.jpg)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and staff was friendly"

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Wellington.h19858858.Hotel-Information)

![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529_y.jpg)

### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Service was excellent and the room was clean. Consider a toaster that can manage sourdough or change the loaf size breakfast hot dish covers were on upside down making it difficult to access the food beneath. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-James-Cook-Hotel-Grand-Chancellor.h24850.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/963b0daa_y.jpg)

### Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, very central to everywhere "

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Rydges-Wellington.h1593277.Hotel-Information)

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