Petone Travel Guide

Wellington

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Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Te Papa
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Michael Fowler Centre showing a bay or harbour, modern architecture and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.

Michael Fowler Centre

Top hotels in Petone

Quest Petone

Quest Petone

4 out of 5
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,497 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹7,497
₹8,622 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
"clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Quest Petone
Settlers Motor Lodge

Settlers Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
83-85 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
6.6/10 (427 reviews)
"Comfortable unit, would stay there again"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

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Settlers Motor Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge

Foreshore Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
Cnr Esplanade & Nelson St, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is ₹7,245 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹7,245
₹8,402 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (364 reviews)
"n/a"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Foreshore Motor Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge

Midway Pacifica Lodge

3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
The price is ₹5,815 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹5,815
₹6,687 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone Foreshore ...
5/10 (199 reviews)
"Although somewhat dated, the property was good and had all the necessary facilities. It was a shame that the kitchen was dirty and needed a good clean. Otherwise the property would have been great. However the Supervisor was very apologetic and upgraded us to better and cleaner accommodation at no ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025

Midway Pacifica Lodge
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

4 out of 5
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is ₹8,704 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹8,704
₹10,023 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (565 reviews)
"Good choice to save some money but still be within reach of everything in Wellington CBD. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff. Laundry facilities on site were great. Balcony views over the water were lovely but the road is very busy and noisy (noise did not travel inside with the doors closed). Room ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ₹5,967 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹5,967
₹6,881 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,519 reviews)
"Was ok woll be staying elsewhere in future not kid friendly"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Other neighbourhoods around Petone

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Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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.

Wellington Waterfront

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