When is the best time to go to Wainuiomata?

The best time to go to Wainuiomata is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is at its warmest and most settled. During this period, you can expect average daily temperatures to be around 20-25°C, with plenty of sunshine. This makes it ideal for enjoying outdoor activities like walks and hikes in the Wainuiomata Regional Park or exploring the local trails, which are well-maintained for visitors. The long daylight hours also mean more time for sightseeing and enjoying the natural surroundings. For travellers looking to experience local events and community life, visiting in late summer might be appealing. This is often when local markets and community gatherings are more frequent, offering a chance to connect with the local culture. Families, in particular, will find this time suitable for outdoor adventures, as the pleasant weather is great for children to play and explore the parks and reserves.

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10 Best Hotels in Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt for 2026

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A modern hotel with a prominent 'Guest' sign, large windows, and a contemporary design.

1. Quest Petone

Petone, 7.6 km from Wainuiomata

Bridget

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 7.2 km from Wainuiomata

Dave

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

3. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

Petone, 7 km from Wainuiomata

Eric

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 7.4 km from Wainuiomata

Reynaldo

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

5. Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott, 7.5 km from Wainuiomata

Steve

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

6. Ava Lodge

Petone, 7 km from Wainuiomata

Sarah

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front.

7. Foreshore Motor Lodge

Petone, 7.6 km from Wainuiomata

Kathryn

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

8. Camellia Court Motel

7.8 km from Wainuiomata

Nicole

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A reception area with a sign for 'TOP 10 Holiday Parks Classic Wellington' and a building entrance.

9. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Gracefield, 4.7 km from Wainuiomata

Trish

CA $81 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

10. ASURE Green Gables Motel

Boulcott, 7.5 km from Wainuiomata

Dave

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A building entrance with a staircase leading to a second floor, a garage with a red car, and a sign indicating a car rental service.

11. Champers Motor Inn

7.8 km from Wainuiomata

"The worst motel I’ve stayed in for ages. Untidy property; unhelpful manager; staff behaving badly (called police when my autistic son was unwell instead of just checking in on us); mould on shower curtain; radiator heating not working. And the ONLY place to take a $100 bond from me on my entire 8 night trip. Super slow process to get my cash back Highly NOT recommended Stay away! It’s cheap for a reason. Yuk."

Mark

CA $89 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window.

12. Avana Suites

Petone, 8 km from Wainuiomata

Sanjay

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A coastal landscape with a view of the sea and distant hills.

13. 83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

Petone, 8 km from Wainuiomata

Timothy

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A building with a covered entrance, a parking area with several cars, and a garden with pink and white flowers.

14. Motel 22

7.8 km from Wainuiomata

Ceyhan

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

15. Rydges Wellington Airport

13.5 km from Wainuiomata

T

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A two-story building with a bay window, a porch, and a sign that reads "The House."

16. Settlers Motor Lodge

Petone, 8 km from Wainuiomata

Luciano

CA $81 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A row of white buildings with grey roofs, arranged in a street with a clear sky.

17. Midway Pacifica Lodge

Petone, 8 km from Wainuiomata

Merv

CA $81 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a kettle, a black organizer with various items, and a yellow towel in a drawer.

18. Airport Stays

13.3 km from Wainuiomata

Kate

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A coastal view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses and a cruise ship in the distance.

19. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

13.2 km from Wainuiomata

Kathy

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a distant cityscape.

20. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

13.9 km from Wainuiomata

Kim

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Where to stay in Wainuiomata

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

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

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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A pier extending into a body of water with waves crashing onto the shore.

Eastbourne

Eastbourne might not have many top sights, but Eastbourne Beach and Wainuiomata Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Naenae

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Naenae and surrounding area, you can visit Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore.

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Stokes Valley

While Stokes Valley might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trentham Racecourse and Queensgate Shopping Centre.

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A coastal cityscape with a view of the ocean, dense greenery, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.

Hutt Central

While visiting Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse.

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Top Wainuiomata Hotel Reviews

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay and will return to the Travelodge Hotel next year. Compact room, kitchenette, comfortable beds, nice shower and toiletries Very close to the CBD and within walking distance of the harbour, Te Papa, the Cable Car, TSB arena, the Wellington Museum ."

Quest 256 Lambton

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is a gem in the heart of Wellington city. The staff are outstanding, friendly, welcoming & very accommodating for our needs. The rooms are clean & spacious, offer excellent kitchen facilities, & comfortable beds. We have stayed here several times & it will always be our go-to hotel for a few days in Wellington. Very reasonable priced. Highly recommend."

Adina CityLife Wellington

8/10 Good

"Excellent location. Beds and pillows great. Bathrooms good. Spacious for 3 bed apt. Staff nice. Downsides very pricey for not having the room serviced over the day ( we were there 2 nights), having the pressure washer on the bedroom window's at 8.30 in the morning was loud and unexpected, the apartment was up a flight of stairs ( no lift access) which would have been good to know in the listing. It really is the location that makes it a good place to stay."

Hotels in Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt

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Our top choices for Wainuiomata hotels

1. Quest Petone

2. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

3. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

5. Boulcott Lodge

6. Ava Lodge

7. Foreshore Motor Lodge

8. Camellia Court Motel

9. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

10. ASURE Green Gables Motel

11. Champers Motor Inn

12. Avana Suites

13. 83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

14. Motel 22

15. Rydges Wellington Airport

16. Settlers Motor Lodge

17. Midway Pacifica Lodge

18. Airport Stays

19. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

20. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Where to stay in Wainuiomata

Petone

Eastbourne

Naenae

Stokes Valley

Hutt Central

Top Wainuiomata Hotel Reviews

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

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