The Best Hotels Closest to Island Bay Beach in Wellington for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a black faucet, and a built-in oven.

A bedroom with two beds, a skylight, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining table set with white plates and glasses, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of houses through a large window.

1. U Suites Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie, 3.2 km from Island Bay Beach

Nicole

AED 403

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a book and a plant, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a glass display case of pastries and a seating area with booths and tables.

A modern interior with a large decorative wall, a wooden partition, and a seating area with chairs.

2. Rydges Wellington Airport

Rongotai, 3.5 km from Island Bay Beach

Brian

AED 379

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

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

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.

3. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 6.6 km from Island Bay Beach

Lavina.

AED 291

AED 335 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

A modern bar area with a curved marble counter, red bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A round table with a floral centerpiece, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

4. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 5.4 km from Island Bay Beach

Brent

AED 236

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

5. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 5.5 km from Island Bay Beach

Rachel

AED 199

AED 234 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

6. Airport Stays

Miramar, 3.8 km from Island Bay Beach

Claire

AED 343

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 3.9 km from Island Bay Beach

Pedro

AED 303

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

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.

8. The Intrepid Hotel

Te Aro, 5.6 km from Island Bay Beach

Kelly

AED 377

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

9. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 6.6 km from Island Bay Beach

Julie

AED 252

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of people on the shore.

10. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

15.6 km from Island Bay Beach

Eric

AED 302

AED 351 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

11. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 7.1 km from Island Bay Beach

Angie Kim

AED 343

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

12. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 7.1 km from Island Bay Beach

Craig

AED 462

AED 532 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A commercial kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, and a counter with various food items and utensils.

13. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Te Aro, 5.6 km from Island Bay Beach

Susan

AED 270

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern apartment building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs.

14. Ava Lodge

16 km from Island Bay Beach

Brigitte

AED 320

AED 369 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

15. Quest Petone

15.7 km from Island Bay Beach

Braedee Jackson

AED 250

AED 288 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, and a view of a hilly landscape.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a laptop on a desk, a cup on the windowsill, and a view of a cityscape with various buildings.

16. WQ Wellington Quarter

Thorndon, 7.7 km from Island Bay Beach

Kelvin

AED 210

AED 241 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

17. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Wellington CBD, 6.5 km from Island Bay Beach

Rob

AED 560

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a large window with a city view, and a skylight.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

18. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 5.7 km from Island Bay Beach

Ashley

AED 296

AED 340 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

A restaurant with a long dining table set for a meal, large windows, and city lights visible outside.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a sofa set, a dining table, and a vase of flowers.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'RYDGES' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat roof.

19. Rydges Wellington

Pipitea, 7 km from Island Bay Beach

Sarah

AED 301

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony.

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 5.4 km from Island Bay Beach

Con

AED 355

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Island Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
U Suites Kilbirnie	8.6 Excellent 40 reviews	View
Rydges Wellington Airport	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 806 reviews	View
Naumi Studio Wellington	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Liberty Apartment Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 210 reviews	View

Top Island Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

10/10 Excellent

"A clean, modern hotel with good amenities in the room and friendly staff. Easy to drive into the city centre."

Rydges Wellington Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely convenient stay for transioning through Wellington airport. Could not be easier."

Airport Stays

10/10 Excellent

"Perfectly located just a short walk from the airport. A lovely quiet place with well appointed rooms and comfy beds. Also there is a bus stop right outside and several restaurants located close by."

Light, Modern + Close to Everything

10/10 Excellent

"Great , our employees weren’t there a lot but found it nice to go back to after a long work day, great to be able to park small truck off the road over night."

Stunning beachside family retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place, very well equipped with all you need and more (lots in the kitchen, games, piano...!)Easy comms, comfortable...Definitely recommended"

U Suites Kilbirnie

8/10 Good

"Awesome location, parking only 60 min so a bit of a pain if you are around in the day. Great layout and all that we needed. Would definitely stay again :)"

The Tūī Nest

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent communication."

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8.6/10 (473 reviews)

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Princess Beach

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Red Rocks Reserve

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Berhampore Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Wellington at Berhampore Golf Club. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Carlucci Land

You can take time to visit Carlucci Land during your travels to Wellington. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Newtown Park

8.2/10 (57 reviews)

Catch an event at Newtown Park during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Tarakena Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tarakena Bay during your travels in Wellington. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Island Bay Beach?

Island Bay Beach is located in Wellington. This welcoming area is known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Island Bay Beach?

Rydges Wellington Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Island Bay Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Brentwood Hotel and U Suites Kilbirnie.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Island Bay Beach?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Island Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Island Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Island Bay Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Island Bay Beach?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Island Bay Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Island Bay Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Carter Observatory. Sights like Old St Paul's, Te Aro Pa, and Parliament House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at St James Theatre, Michael Fowler Centre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Island Bay Beach hotels

1. U Suites Kilbirnie

2. Rydges Wellington Airport

3. Quest 256 Lambton

4. Naumi Studio Wellington

5. Liberty Apartment Hotel

6. Airport Stays

7. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

8. The Intrepid Hotel

9. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

11. Bolton Hotel

12. Sofitel Wellington

13. Oaks Wellington Hotel

14. Ava Lodge

15. Quest Petone

16. WQ Wellington Quarter

17. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

18. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

19. Rydges Wellington

20. Naumi Hotel Wellington

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Top Island Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Rydges Wellington Airport

Airport Stays

Light, Modern + Close to Everything

Stunning beachside family retreat

U Suites Kilbirnie

The Tūī Nest

Other attractions near Island Bay Beach

Wellington Zoo

Houghton Bay Beach

Princess Beach

Red Rocks Reserve

Berhampore Golf Club

Carlucci Land

Newtown Park

Tarakena Bay

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