Title: Visit Island Bay: Best of Island Bay, Wellington Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Island Bay](https://expedia.ca/Island-Bay-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248621532610497-0.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)[Island Bay Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Island-Bay.d553248621532610497.Car-Rental-Guide)[Island Bay Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Island-Bay.d553248621532610497.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Island Bay ## Wellington ![Photo by Paul Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/12b7a6a873c4cdb166beb5aa7ba0fb0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Paul Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/12b7a6a873c4cdb166beb5aa7ba0fb0a.jpg) ![Photo by Rachel Brown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24c0e6c921d6b6a803c6112aeab77d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Rachel Brown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24c0e6c921d6b6a803c6112aeab77d33.jpg) ## Visit Island Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Island Bay Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24c0e6c921d6b6a803c6112aeab77d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Island Bay Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Island-Bay-Beach-Wellington.d677855505879646208.Vacation-Attraction) ![Te Papa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179150-Wellington.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) ![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=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) ![Cuba Street Mall showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58676-Cuba-Street-Mall.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) ![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=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) ![TSB Arena featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179584-Tsb-Arena.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TSB Bank Arena Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.ca/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.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 $141 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48214902/34e78d05-cbfb-4b26-a3b5-35590c245bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket CA $44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-guided-tour-ticket.a48214902.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 $157 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Travel in style and comfort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49178865/0dbf1b18-72fc-4e17-b8ca-f5df8d109a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour CA $72 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-wellington-3-hour-city-tour.a49178865.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 $28 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.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 $158 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-guided-ebike-tour-cruise-shore-excursion.a1395141.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Island Bay Hotel Deals ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace, Wellington CA $96 CA $111 total Nov 2 - Nov 3 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 breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,609 reviews) "Great place. Staff are amazing. Excellent food. Clean" Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F11%2F2025&endDate=03%2F11%2F2025&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248621532610497) ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/02929c99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington CA $143 CA $164 total Oct 20 - Oct 21 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! (1,008 reviews) "The room is clean and very trendy. Nice views of the hinterland which is where the sunsets. The tram and shopping at Pacific Fair are a very short walk." Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F10%2F2025&endDate=21%2F10%2F2025&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248621532610497) ![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/963b0daa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington 75 Featherston St, Wellington CA $139 CA $159 total Oct 19 - Oct 20 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! (1,003 reviews) "Check in was easy and location is convenient walk around the city. Room was looking tired and the breakfast was very disappointing for the ridges" Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248621532610497) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington CA $113 CA $129 total Oct 13 - Oct 14 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! (1,368 reviews) "Good central location" Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F10%2F2025&endDate=14%2F10%2F2025&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248621532610497) ![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, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington CA $115 CA $132 total Oct 19 - Oct 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Best room option "Stayed here several times and this is my favourite room so far" Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=37129900&PinnedHotelID=37129900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248621532610497) ![Bolton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1158200/1158140/cd44127d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bolton Hotel Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington CA $139 CA $160 total Oct 17 - Oct 18 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) "My cousin and I traveled to Wellington for WOW. We were very close to everything we needed. The staff were very helpful and friendly. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Newtown.dx553248635974587200) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0cdb3f477ce6d92d5656b9210703f510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kilbirnie Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Kilbirnie.dx3000395347) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1f54f3388faab593642e6d5e92706c9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brooklyn While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Basin Reserve and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Brooklyn.dx553248635976007933) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Cook While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park. 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