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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

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1. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (763 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location."
Australia
Karen
The price is SAR 279
SAR 321 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Quest 256 Lambton
Reception

2. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (233 reviews)
"Great location. Lovely staff. Very cool little hotel with an excellent onsite bar."
Australia
Kay
The price is SAR 294
SAR 341 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Intrepid Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (775 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay! Great room, a little out the way in terms of location but not bad. Breakfast was really great even a mimosa available as part of it so that was a nice little extra treat as my husband and I were having a weekend away for our anniversary."
Australia
Bekah
The price is SAR 500
SAR 575 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Sofitel Wellington
Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. The Cobbler Hotel

The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here numerous times and plan to keep it as my go-to hotel in Wellington. Other reviews have mentioned many of the hotel’s advantages, but as someone who doesn’t like elevators, I especially appreciate that I can book a room without the sometimes complicated task of securing a lower floor afterward—since the hotel only has 2 floors."
United States
Julie
The price is SAR 369
SAR 424 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Cobbler Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

5. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (279 reviews)
"Staff were awesome clean room and cleaning staff were great to room was very nice easy place to walk to everything in CBD"
Australia
Morgan
The price is SAR 292
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
Indoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

6. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Execellent stay with great pool and wonderful rooms."
United States
Glen
The price is SAR 567
SAR 652 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

7. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
Australia
Laura
The price is SAR 369
SAR 427 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Bolton Hotel
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | City view

8. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,356 reviews)
"Very good all-round accommodation for our needs during our stay."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is SAR 366
SAR 421 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Boulcott Suites
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

9. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hostel !"
France
Florian
The price is SAR 215
SAR 249 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Marion Hostel
Front of property

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,147 reviews)
"Location was excellent for us. Clean facilities, helpful staff."
Australia
Romita
The price is SAR 289
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Adina CityLife Wellington
Luxury Penthouse, City View (4 King Beds) | Balcony

11. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (812 reviews)
"My stay at TRYP was wonderful. The staff were all so kind and made sure my stay was comfortable and also recommended great places to dine. The room was spacious and the facilities were all excellent. I have recommended many of my friends to also stay here when they visit next. I will be staying with them again soon."
Australia
Cassidy
The price is SAR 280
SAR 322 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

12. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (186 reviews)
"Great location!"
Australia
Ivan
The price is SAR 238
SAR 275 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Reception

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a great location"
Australia
Jody
The price is SAR 356
SAR 409 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Buffet

14. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,798 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the breakfast is excellent!"
Australia
Jo
The price is SAR 249
SAR 289 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Hallway

15. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,579 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Mario
The price is SAR 232
SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reception

16. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
Newtown, 2.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (306 reviews)
"Friendly staff with quick check in. Room was clean and comfortable, well stocked kitchenette. Continental breakfast was huge for the price."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is SAR 320
SAR 368 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

17. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (583 reviews)
"Comfortable stay close to the train station."
United States
Glen
The price is SAR 281
SAR 326 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Quest on Thorndon
Lobby

18. Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"French toast for breakfast was divine"
Australia
Tracey
The price is SAR 381
SAR 438 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ohtel Wellington
King Studio + 1 Single | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

19. U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Walking distance from a lot of good food, touristy and shopping locations "
United States
Rada
The price is SAR 336
SAR 390 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sep - 6 Sep
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Exterior

20. The Wellesley Boutique Hotel

The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (537 reviews)
"Helpful place to stay, close to the city and friendly staff."
Australia
Sam
The price is SAR 291
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Wellesley Boutique Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
763 reviews
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Reception
The Intrepid Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
233 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
775 reviews
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Studio Suite | Minibar, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets
The Cobbler Hotel
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
106 reviews
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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
279 reviews
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and bed comfortable. Dinner and breakfast was lovely and very friendly staff. Would recommend."
Garry 1-night trip
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Rydges Wellington

Other attractions near Carter Observatory

A historic windmill exhibit with a wooden structure, glass panels, and a metal fence.

Cable Car Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Cable Car Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carter Observatory?
Carter Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 150 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Carter Observatory?
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 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 just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Carter Observatory. Other good options close by include Gilmer Apartment Hotel and Rydges Wellington.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 150 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carter Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carter Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Carter Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Carter Observatory?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Carter Observatory, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near Carter Observatory?
You'll want to browse the collections at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea, and Cable Car Museum. Parliament House, Te Aro Pa, and Old St Paul's are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Circa Theatre if you're interested in local theater.