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A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

A compact kitchen with built-in appliances, open shelving, and a dishwasher.

A modern building with a reception area, a red section, and a sign indicating it's a lodge motel.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

1. Ava Lodge

Petone, 2.2 km from The Dowse

Brigitte

AED 320

AED 369 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

A motor lodge with a sign indicating vacancy.

A room with two blue armchairs, a small glass table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

2. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

Petone, 2.6 km from The Dowse

Eric

AED 302

AED 351 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a kitchenette area, including a coffee maker, a menu board, and a set of toiletries.

A lobby with a reception desk, green seating, a wooden bench, and a patterned carpet.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window with curtains.

3. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 0.5 km from The Dowse

Andrew N

AED 289

AED 332 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A building with a parking lot, surrounded by white flowers and a few red benches.

A hotel room with a black leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a white headboard.

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave, a stove, and a TV mounted above the counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

4. Motel 22

0.7 km from The Dowse

Rosemary

AED 260

AED 299 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green EXIT sign, and a view of the street outside.

A modern hotel corridor with a tiled wall, a staircase, and a carpeted floor.

A corridor with tiled walls and a carpeted floor, leading to a door at the end.

5. Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott, 1.6 km from The Dowse

Steve

AED 349

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel hallway with a blue carpet, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, green armchairs, and a coffee station.

6. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 0.3 km from The Dowse

Nick

AED 276

AED 318 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A textured wall with the word "QUEST" in large letters.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A coastal town with houses, a mountain, and the sea.

A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, a receptionist, and a modern interior design.

7. Quest Petone

Petone, 2.7 km from The Dowse

Braedee Jackson

AED 250

AED 288 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a microwave. A staircase leads to a bedroom.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. ASURE Green Gables Motel

Boulcott, 1.4 km from The Dowse

David

AED 370

AED 425 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A living room with a staircase, a dining area with pink chairs, a blue sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with two blue patterned sofas, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a staircase.

A two-story building with a flat roof and large windows. There are potted plants and a statue in the foreground.

9. Camellia Court Motel

0.8 km from The Dowse

Nicole

AED 321

AED 369 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting.

A building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, a bottle of wine, and a lattice fence with plants in the background.

10. Foreshore Motor Lodge

Petone, 3 km from The Dowse

Kathryn

AED 309

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception area with a sign for 'TOP 10 Holiday Parks Classic Wellington' and a building entrance.

A spacious lobby with a black leather sofa, a reception desk, a large flat-screen TV, and a wooden floor.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a bed with pillows, a sofa, and a television.

A modern living room with wooden walls, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

11. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Gracefield, 2.8 km from The Dowse

Karina

AED 247

AED 286 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A building entrance with a staircase leading to a second floor, a garage with a red car, and a sign indicating a car rental service.

A covered outdoor area with a tree, a brick wall, and a car parked in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a desk, and a window with curtains.

12. Champers Motor Inn

0.7 km from The Dowse

"The worst motel I’ve stayed in for ages. Untidy property; unhelpful manager; staff behaving badly (called police when my autistic son was unwell instead of just checking in on us); mould on shower curtain; radiator heating not working. And the ONLY place to take a $100 bond from me on my entire 8 night trip. Super slow process to get my cash back Highly NOT recommended Stay away! It’s cheap for a reason. Yuk."

Mark

AED 202

AED 235 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A two-story building with a bay window, a porch, and a sign that reads "The House."

A covered outdoor area with a fire hose sign, two wooden chairs, and a door with a number 11 sign.

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator, featuring white cabinetry and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

13. Settlers Motor Lodge

Petone, 2.4 km from The Dowse

Luciano

AED 187

AED 217 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window.

A street view with a row of buildings, a parked car, and a clear sky.

A kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

A multi-story motel with a balcony on the second floor, a satellite dish, and a sign indicating a Sky Decoder room.

14. Avana Suites

Petone, 2.3 km from The Dowse

Sanjay

AED 227

AED 262 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A row of white buildings with grey roofs, arranged in a street with a clear sky.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a countertop with a trash bin.

A reception area with a red counter, a brick wall, a window with a view of the street, and a small bookshelf.

A building with a white facade and a tree in front.

15. Midway Pacifica Lodge

Petone, 2.4 km from The Dowse

"Room needed some maintenance such as broken handle of a window making it difficult to air room out in day and the door was super stiff and not on runners properly making difficult to open the door especially with a sleeping toddler in one arm. Said daily room service such as towels but there were a couple days we had no clean towels. They did provide dishwashing liquid and dish brush but no tea towel to dry dishes"

Kimberly

AED 186

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a kettle, a black organizer with various items, and a yellow towel in a drawer.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a contact number, and the name 'Airport Stays' indicating a Wellington accommodation.

A modern hotel room with a compact kitchenette, a grey carpet, a wooden desk, and a grey chair.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and two dark blue chairs with a unique design.

16. Airport Stays

14.7 km from The Dowse

Claire

AED 349

AED 401 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

17. Quest 256 Lambton

13.4 km from The Dowse

Lavina.

AED 291

AED 335 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

18. The Intrepid Hotel

14 km from The Dowse

Kelly

AED 377

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

19. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

15 km from The Dowse

Pedro

AED 303

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating area, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a mirror.

A reception desk with two monitors displaying "SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS" signage, a vase with white flowers, and a wooden panel backdrop.

20. Sofitel Wellington

13.2 km from The Dowse

Craig

AED 462

AED 532 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Ava Lodge Petone, 2.2 km from The Dowse View	BKs Premier Motel Esplanade Petone, 2.6 km from The Dowse View	Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt Hutt Central, 0.5 km from The Dowse View	Motel 22 0.7 km from The Dowse View	Boulcott Lodge Boulcott, 1.6 km from The Dowse View
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Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre

7.6/10 (13 reviews)

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Lower Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Riddiford Gardens

After visiting Riddiford Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lower Hutt.

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Queensgate Shopping Centre

8.4/10 (110 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your trip to Lower Hutt.

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What's the area like around The Dowse?

The Dowse is located in a welcoming area of Lower Hutt known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to The Dowse?

Adjacent to The Dowse, Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options close by include The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt and Champers Motor Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to The Dowse?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Dowse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Dowse, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to The Dowse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Dowse?

For more details about updating your stay near The Dowse or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Dowse?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Dowse Art Museum and Maori Treasures. You can wander around Belmont Regional Park, Matiu - Somes Island, or East Harbour Regional Park if you want a dose of fresh air. You can enjoy nature at Petone Foreshore, Wellington City Walkways, or Fraser Park.

How can I get to The Dowse?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near The Dowse is easy. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Lower Hutt Waterloo Interchange Station. You can cross the water on a ferry from the port.

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Our top choices for The Dowse hotels

1. Ava Lodge

2. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

3. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

4. Motel 22

5. Boulcott Lodge

6. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

7. Quest Petone

8. ASURE Green Gables Motel

9. Camellia Court Motel

10. Foreshore Motor Lodge

11. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

12. Champers Motor Inn

13. Settlers Motor Lodge

14. Avana Suites

15. Midway Pacifica Lodge

16. Airport Stays

17. Quest 256 Lambton

18. The Intrepid Hotel

19. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

20. Sofitel Wellington

Compare top hotels near The Dowse

Ava Lodge

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Motel 22

Boulcott Lodge

Top The Dowse Hotel Reviews

Motel 22

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

Pomare cosy bush cabin 850m from Hi-way2 exit, w/i terrace&sea view, 2km-city

Camellia Court Motel

Boulcott Lodge

Peaceful Stay | Near CBD & Queensgate

Dog-friendly Home in Waterloo

Zen Den | Peaceful Retreat Near Wellington

Other attractions near The Dowse

Dowse Art Museum

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre

Riddiford Gardens

Queensgate Shopping Centre

Hutt River Trail

Wellington City Walkways

City to Sea Bridge

Maori Treasures

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