Popular places to visit
Island Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Te Papa
You can study the exhibits at Te Papa, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
During your trip to Wellington, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Courtenay Place. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Michael Fowler Centre
Enjoy a show at Michael Fowler Centre, a storied theater in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
Island Bay Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included
Reviewed on 17 November 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 November 2025
Rydges Wellington
Receptionist and concierge extremely helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 18 November 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and close to town. Washer dryer was great for doing a load of washing.
Reviewed on 18 November 2025
Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on 13 November 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Clean, spacious room. Grand old building. Friendly staff and good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 14 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Island Bay
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well-liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Newtown
Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Brooklyn
While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Basin Reserve and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Island Bay
- Places of interest
- Island Bay Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Wellington neighborhoods
- Island Bay Hotels by Brand
- Island Bay Beach
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Zealandia
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- Wellington Hospital
- Lambton Quay
- Massey University
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Wellington Zoo
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- St James Theatre
- Oriental Parade
- The Opera House
- Botanic Gardens
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Newtown Park
- Eastbourne Beach
- Parliament House
