Wellington

Learn more about Wellington

No stay in New Zealand can be perfect without visiting its capital, Wellington. Nestled between green hills and a sparkling harbour, the capital is a pleasant tourist city full of activities. Immerse yourself in a bucolic atmosphere during a stay in a hotel in New Zealand and admire this utterly charming natural setting. Lush surrounding hills, sandy beaches, wooden houses and walks along the harbour are waiting for you.

Make the most of your holiday in New Zealand to discover all the attractions of the city with the evocative nickname. "Windy Wellington" will surprise you with the winds that sweep through Cook Strait, before you take a well-deserved break in the sublime botanic gardens.

With an ideally located hotel in Wellington, you will be close to the main tourist activities and immersed in the heart of typical New Zealand culture.

Your hotel in Wellington

Set on the shores of Cook Strait, Wellington was discovered by the explorer Kupe in the 10th century, but the city only took the name Wellington in 1840 in tribute to Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington.

You will take immense pleasure in discovering and enjoying this extraordinary and colourful city. There is no shortage of cultural activities, which will appeal to all age groups. Water sports enthusiasts will immediately be drawn to the coastal beaches, notably Oriental Bay, where you can rent a sailing boat or a kayak before trying your hand at scuba diving. For land sports, the paths along the coast offer sublime walks, both on foot and by mountain bike. And to get a bird's-eye view of the bay, take the cable car for an incredible panorama.

Most of our Best Western hotels are ideally located, and your hotel in Wellington is no exception. Close to the tourist sights and near the surrounding hills, you will be free to go on various hikes, whether to discover the "Karori" wildlife sanctuary or to admire the sublime botanic garden of nearly 20 hectares. And who knows, you may be lucky enough to come across the country's emblematic animal, the kiwi. Then take a leap into the history and culture of the capital by visiting one of its 50 museums and galleries and exploring the historic monuments, before capturing a sunset from the "City to Sea" bridge. And don't forget that The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed here! Quite a programme in store.

How to get to Wellington?

Located in the suburbs of Wellington, Wellington International Airport makes tourist travel between countries easy. You will easily reach your hotel in New Zealand by air, whatever your city of departure.