Waiwhetu Travel Guide
Lower Hutt
Visit Waiwhetu
Things to do

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Top hotels in Waiwhetu

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Rydges Wellington Airport
"We stayed one night before an early departure. The room was well appointed, quiet with very comfortable beds. Check in was quick, efficient and easy. Lots of great dining options attached to hotel and in the airport Staff are helpful and attentive."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Rydges Wellington
"The room was not ready on time, they took 30 minutes to get ready the room. Heat pump was on the floor, looks like never cleaned shower is old as 50 year year, not enough water pressure. No exhaust fan to clear out steam."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"We stayed in the Queen apartment room it was perfect for the 2 day Masterclass online sessions we were doing, nice and quiet the service staff were super helpful and accommodating. Onsite parking was great, laundry facility in the apartment was handy. Had to be very careful when getting in/out of ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Excellent place to stay right in the heart of everything. parking can be a little tight for bigger vehicles other than that an awesome experience."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Where to stay in Waiwhetu

Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore 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.
Stokes Valley
Stokes Valley might not have many top sights, but Trentham Racecourse and Queensgate Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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



