Waiwhetu Travel Guide
Lower Hutt
Visit Waiwhetu
Stay near popular Waiwhetu attractions
Things to do

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Top hotels in Waiwhetu

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Excellent facilities for great price"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Our travel changed a the last minute and we ended up arriving early morning instead of mid afternoon- Gem (Jen?) was so lovely and helpful. All the front desk staff were great. Such a lovely hotel, would’ve liked to have stayed longer. Good facilities (although the spa wouldn’t get warm which was ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Staff were fantastic, location great service tops"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Where to stay in Waiwhetu

Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.
Eastbourne
While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and The Weta Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wainuiomata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wainuiomata and surrounding area, you can visit Eastbourne Beach and Petone Foreshore.

Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse are top sights worth seeing.
Naenae
While there might not be top attractions in Naenae, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore.



