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Popular places to visit

Maori Treasures

3/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Maori Treasures in Lower Hutt. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Maori Treasures

Petone Foreshore

4/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Petone Foreshore

Queensgate Shopping Centre

4/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Lower Hutt.

Queensgate Shopping Centre

Truby King House & Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Truby King House & Garden, a lovely green space in Lower Hutt. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Truby King House & Garden

Dowse Art Museum

4/5(2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dowse Art Museum during your travels in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and cosy cafes in this walkable area.

Dowse Art Museum

Wellington City Walkways

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wellington City Walkways during your travels to Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Wellington City Walkways

Activities

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$160
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,310
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

AU$178
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Recreate iconic scenes from the movie!

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all

AU$169
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour

AU$228
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour
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Our pick of the best Waterloo Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$128 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$128
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,549 reviews)
"Always a good stay at James Cook. Easy access from the motorway and down to Lampton Quay!!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$165 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$165
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The best thing about this property is the location. For the cost of a room it urgentky needs a makeover."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$172 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$172
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Good value for money and helpful, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$125 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$125
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,334 reviews)
"Good and handy to downtown and the waterfront"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$190
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,004 reviews)
Overnight before early flight
"Always so convenient to be staying at Wellington Airport Rydges before our early flights, we will be back, thanks"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$103 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$103
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The Ibis was very central, easy to get around and very close to alot of attractions. Servered our needs perfectly."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

ibis Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterloo

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Woburn

While Woburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dowse Art Museum and Queensgate Shopping Centre.

Woburn
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Waiwhetu

When in Waiwhetu, you can plan a visit to Dowse Art Museum and Queensgate Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waiwhetu
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Hutt Central

If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and Dowse Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Hutt Central
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Boulcott

While there might not be top attractions in Boulcott, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belmont Regional Park and Queensgate Shopping Centre.

Boulcott
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Moera

Though Moera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Petone Foreshore and Dowse Art Museum.

Moera
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Avalon

While Avalon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Belmont Regional Park and Petone Foreshore.

Avalon

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