Newlands Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Newlands
Things to do

Full Day Tour of Wellington

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Top hotels in Newlands

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
"Sadly with restaurant no liquor licence during our stay Also spa baths in both rooms but not allowed to use Said someone once flooded we are builders and no water stains under our ones I was therefore sad I couldn’t enjoy my stay Lady very friendly and helpful at desk very kind The other ones (men) ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Easy check in and check out. It was a seamless stay."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Convenient to Lambton Quay, clean and has everything you need for a few nights. Having a washing machine was great."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Rydges Wellington
"Great staff, good size room, awesome brekkie with lots of different options. Only negative was that it was extremely windy when we stayed and it sounded like someone was trying to get into our room all night."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Newlands

Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Te Aro
Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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.

Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
















