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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

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Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (628)
"This is a great hotel right downtown. Next to a Woolworths and shopping. Would stay here again. "
Canada
Allyson
The price is Rp1.386.876
Rp1.594.907 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quest 256 Lambton
Reception
The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (193)
"The check in and check out process is a bit weird if you are not used to it but once you learn that after and before a certain time the front desk is not staffed and the keys are in a key box, it’s totally fine. The hotel itself is lovely and super central. Totally recommend "
United Kingdom
Hristo
The price is Rp2.345.081
Rp2.696.843 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
The Intrepid Hotel
Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Great place! Wonderful staff and really great restaurants nearby. Can’t go wrong at The Cobbler!"
United States
Keb
The price is Rp1.629.635
Rp1.874.080 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Cobbler Hotel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, soundproofing
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (231)
"Clean and comfortable room, good location, and friendly staff"
Australia
Martin
The price is Rp1.277.607
Rp1.469.248 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Love The Bolton! Great rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good location. "
United States
Gillian
The price is Rp1.672.623
Rp1.923.555 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Bolton Hotel
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | City view
Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2277)
"Great staff, nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is Rp1.724.769
Rp1.983.484 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Boulcott Suites
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great room, easy walking distance to town, overall a good stay! "
United States
Stephanie
The price is Rp2.353.487
Rp2.706.510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (715)
"Great staff and superb property"
United Kingdom
ATUL
The price is Rp1.781.926
Rp2.049.215 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sofitel Wellington
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"Really nice hostel"
Australia
Reuben
The price is Rp1.025.448
Rp1.179.265 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Marion Hostel
Reception
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Lovely staff, convenient parking, very central "
Australia
Ivan
The price is Rp1.421.758
Rp1.635.022 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (123)
"The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay."
Canada
Inna
The price is Rp1.148.333
Rp1.320.583 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Luxury Penthouse, City View (4 King Beds) | Balcony
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (706)
"Great for a quick short stay! "
Australia
Geena
The price is Rp1.490.345
Rp1.713.897 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Hallway
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1413)
"Room was very clean, check in was quick and they booked a cab for when we were leaving. "
Canada
Heather
The price is Rp1.507.492
Rp1.733.616 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Front of property
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1042)
"Great stay, great place"
Australia
Adam
The price is Rp1.248.415
Rp1.435.677 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Adina CityLife Wellington
Buffet
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1640)
"Clean, spacious and very central, close to all shops and restaurants "
Australia
David
The price is Rp1.127.152
Rp1.296.225 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Lobby
Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (360)
"The staff were very helpful. Could not have had a better stay."
United States
Sheldon
The price is Rp1.924.812
Rp2.213.538 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Ohtel Wellington
Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds
Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Very nice property and handy to the ferry"
Australia
Phillip
The price is Rp1.285.979
Rp1.478.914 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quest on Thorndon
King Studio + 1 Single | Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (414)
"A terrific value- a very spacious, clean room with kitchen, close to everything, complete with patio (love the fresh air)! Would recommend!"
United States
Marty
The price is Rp2.087.879
Rp2.401.061 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Reception
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290)
"Great communication, parking and staff were lovely"
Australia
Jon
The price is Rp1.278.447
Rp1.470.214 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Exterior
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro, 1 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (532)
"Good location, comfortable stay"
Australia
XIAOXI
The price is Rp1.420.497
Rp1.633.572 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Room smaller than I thought it would be but comfortable bed and toiletries."
Jane 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Novotel Wellington

Hotels near other Carter Observatory attractions

Cable Car Museum which includes interior views

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.
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Flowers in the gardens
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Open Photo by Nicole Smelson

Botanic Gardens

4.5/5 (610 reviews)
A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?
Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 148 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Carter Observatory?
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Carter Observatory. Other good options within a short distance include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carter Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Carter Observatory.
What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?
You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Cable Car Museum and Museum of Wellington City and Sea. Parliament House, Te Aro Pa and Old St Paul's are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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