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Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work

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A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a black mesh bowl centerpiece. A balcony with white chairs and a view of a body of water and distant hills is visible through the window. - Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work (Wellington CBD)
A window seat with cushions and a white chair, overlooking a body of water and distant hills. - Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work (Wellington CBD)
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall. - Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work (Wellington CBD)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light. - Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work (Wellington CBD)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows. - Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work (Wellington CBD)
Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AED 1,106
AED 1,572 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

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About this property

Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work

  • OB Retreat – Your Wellington Escape in Oriental Bay

    Welcome to OB Retreat — a spacious, beautifully maintained six‑bedroom home with sweeping harbour views and everything you need for a comfortable, restorative stay in one of Wellington’s most loved suburbs. With generous living areas, a well‑equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and unlimited fibre wifi, it’s ideal for families, friends, and corporate groups.

    Just one street back from the beach, OB Retreat offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience. Cafés, Te Papa, Tākina, the waterfront, parks, and city walks are all moments away. The balcony is a favourite spot for morning coffee or unwinding as the harbour lights come on.

    We live upstairs with separate access and are happy to help as much or as little as you desire. 

    We’re part of a close residential neighbourhood, so we ask guests to be mindful of noise and enjoy the space respectfully. This helps us keep OB Retreat a calm, welcoming place for everyone.

    Whether you’re here for work or play, OB Retreat is your home away from home in beautiful Oriental Bay.

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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Oriental Bay, a neighborhood in Wellington. Embassy Theatre and Downstage Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Wellington Cenotaph. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wellington Town Hall or TSB Bank Arena. Visit our Wellington travel guide
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Wellington CBD, Wellington

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.
    Oriental Parade
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sandy beach with people sunbathing and a cityscape in the background.
    Oriental Bay Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A nighttime cityscape with a river and a harbor.
    Mount Victoria Lookout
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.
    Wellington Central Business District
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.
    Te Papa
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Station
    10 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aye! Empanadas
    3 min walk
  • Three Sisters Brew Pub
    17 min walk
  • Fratelli
    17 min walk
  • Minibar
    18 min walk
  • Hummingbird
    18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work on 12 November 2026 start from AED 1,106, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work located?

Located in Oriental Bay, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Oriental Parade and Oriental Bay Beach. Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery and Wellington Central Business District are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean and great spot for our family catch up, and a friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot nice and clean, parking was available, nice welcoming host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

We really enjoyed staying at this property. Amazing views, and a great spaces to sit around and chat or eat.We would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Property was great. Lots of room, great view and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes. The host was very welcoming and the amenities were excellent. We all enjoyed the amazing views and very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wellington stay

Our family enjoyed staying at this property. It had plenty of room and the location was close to downtown and easily walkable. We had great communication with the property manager. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect for the best beaches, and te papa museum, Weta workshop and shopping and paua diving! The host was wonderful and made sure there was a bed made up for each of our 14 people.It was a wonderful stay, a place we could make a big pot of soup on a could night and not have to go to a restaurant. Only slight downside ‘a lot of stairs’ due to being on the hill, but the view is worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Central Family Getaway

We were delighted with our stay. We were on a Family holiday with 8 of us. The accommodation was clean, well positioned for our Wellington activities, quiet and well equipped. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Hard to get to and not a lot of parking for such a big house, The house was great view beautyfull.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we've stayed at this fantastic place and it was just as good as the first time (which was 7 years ago).The place is very warm and welcoming, super clean (really the cleanest place we've ever stayed at). The view is amazing and it only a short walk into the city. Perfect for a group get away.We also liked the added touch of a pillow menu, so you get the best nights sleep.Thanks again for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oriental Bay

Location..location...location. Take a jog along the pathway and then a dip in the cool water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OB Retreat is fabulous with everything you’ll need

As a group of ladies having a large house with 2 bathrooms was just what we needed. The house is superbly appointed with absolutely everything you’ll need and a Gorgeous view to boot. We would highly recommend this property and we would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!!. the view, the cleanliness, the friendly custodian, everything we could possibly need available. Parking was well explained. Steps and entrance are steep and would be a problem for some. Great location, easy access to town. THANKS - wonderful memories made.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Weekend

What an amazing property. For a group of 10 ladies, there was plenty of room and a bed for each person. Absolutely stunning views. Communication was seamless and easy. Would love to come back with my family one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal for big group

This was a perfect house for our group of 12 women staying in Wellington for the Women's World Cup. The house was spacious with wonderful views of the Bay (and the stadium across the bay). Loads of natural light through large front windows. Kitchen was well equipped too, so we were able to save some money by cooking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion at obretreat

What can i say .....it surpassed all expectations.....the location was just perfect .....close to the city .....the beach and the esplanade.the huge picture window looking over the bay was just stunning. Plenty of room for all our family staying and the coming and goings of . Carolyn was amazing to deal with from start to finish ....we had a fantastic time in a fantastic home ....
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

I'm pleased we booked this lovely house in Oriental Parade. For 10 of us having two bathrooms and numerous bedrooms we had plenty of space and no tripping over each other. The accommodation is spotless. A lot of work has gone into the bedding, it's immaculate, comfy and clean. Excellent communication and clear instructions, Carolyn is a thoughtful and caring host. Having the two car parks was extremely useful for us. The location is still walking distance to downtown though or a quick uber. Loved sitting in the lounge watching the shipping action on the harbour.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully equiped kitchen and great laundry. Very receptive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

This place was well maintained and comfortable for our large group. We had no issues with our stay and Carolyn's a very helpful host :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

Had plenty of room for me and friends, checking in was nice and easy. The place was clean. Overall enjoyable stay 😃.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super comfort, space and location

Great place for our family group. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place in the city

Our party of 7 stayed here for 4 days and it was a perfect home base for us. Owners were extremely kind and helpful and the whole process could not have been better. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wellington Wedding

Fantastic stay at the OB Retreat. Wonderful hosts, amazing views and delivered everything and more that we needed for our family wedding. Totally recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First class accomodation

A great property and location, immaculately presented and Carolyn was a great host thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023