Newtown Travel Guide

Wellington

A rope bridge over a rocky terrain with a cityscape in the background.
A zoo building with a green roof and a lion mural.
A giraffe with a patterned coat and large ears, standing in a grassy area with trees in the background.
A meerkat standing upright.
An otter resting on rocks near water.

Stay near popular Newtown attractions

Wellington Zoo

8.6/10 (473 reviews)
Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.
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Top hotels in Newtown

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4.5 out of 5
22 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington
The price is Rp1.502.326 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp1.502.326
Rp1.727.675 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (307 reviews)
"Great place to stay, especially if you have family coming through for out of region surgery as located directly across the road from the hospital with supermarket and local shops within walking distance. Property was clean, cozy and comfortable, parking out the back was super easy/accessible + staff ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn

2.5 out of 5
70 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington
The price is Rp1.490.574 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp1.490.574
Rp1.714.186 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hnry Stadium and Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
"Very handy to hospital. Everything you need."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Southgate Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.248.699 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.248.699
Rp1.435.994 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is Rp1.981.379 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.981.379
Rp2.278.559 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is Rp1.840.688 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.840.688
Rp2.116.791 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"This is an ok hotel. But don't advertise parking then say no we don't have any and we cldnt accommodate a ute anyway. We booked here as they advertised parking. Also fix the power sockets so they don't hang out of the wall and most modern hotels have USB plugs. This hotel doesn't."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.432.466 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp1.432.466
Rp1.647.361 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,599 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Where to stay in Newtown

Find the best Newtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

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

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

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.

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

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.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

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