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Named capital of New Zealand in 1865, Wellington was first settled by the Maori around the 11th century. Europeans arrived in the mid-1800s. The compact downtown is easy to explore on foot. Take a... more » Named capital of New Zealand in 1865, Wellington was first settled by the Maori around the 11th century. Europeans arrived in the mid-1800s. The compact downtown is easy to explore on foot. Take a nocturnal tour of Karori Wildlife Sanctuary to meet some colorful inhabitants. People watch while sipping coffee in lively Courtney Place. Discover the city's Maori roots at the Museum of Wellington City & Sea, plus more of its identity at Museum of New Zealand. Survey the city from scenic Mount Victoria. « less

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“Pillows Fabulous”

Holiday Inn Wellington

5 of 5 stars
Maracanz
Christchurch
Dec 4, 2008

I have stayed at this hotel now 8 times this year.... it is THE best hotel for regular business people - central, good food, fabulous service - BUT most of all it has the most comfortable beds in...more

“A Wellington Treat!”

Holiday Inn Wellington

4 of 5 stars
NZButterfly
Hawkes Bay
Dec 3, 2008

This is Wellington's largest hotel, yet the staff and ambience provide such personalised, positive service you would think you were staying in a small, upmarket boutique hotel. The bar is a class...more

“Good YHA”

Wellington City YHA

4 of 5 stars
LBPurnell
Long Beach, CA
Dec 1, 2008

Stayed here back in 2002. I believe it's a converted hotel and it's centrally located and within walking distance of all the sites of Wellington. It's pretty basic and I stayed in a 4 bedroom room...more

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