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Our top choices for Carter Observatory hotels

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

1. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.1 km from Carter Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is SAR 448
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Intrepid Hotel
Exterior

2. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.8 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (785 reviews)
"Beautiful stay with great Brekky service - all amenities were great!"
Australia
ANITA
The price is SAR 468
SAR 538 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sofitel Wellington
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

3. 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, (316 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is SAR 329
SAR 378 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

4. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
Germany
Tobias
The price is SAR 206
SAR 236 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Marion Hostel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

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, (295 reviews)
"Very clean bathroom. Reasonably priced for the room size and location. Heaps of restaurants around."
Australia
Norman
The price is SAR 296
SAR 340 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

6. 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)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice rooms, and good food!"
United States
Angie Kim
The price is SAR 393
SAR 454 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bolton Hotel
A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

7. Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington
4.5 star property
Oriental Bay, 1.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
"Gorgeous retro style rooms, very comfy bed, wonderful staff & close to Te Papa Museum and other attractions. Right in Oriental Bay where you can walk for miles around the waterfront of you want. Would definitely stay here again."
Canada
Cindy
The price is SAR 439
SAR 505 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Ohtel Wellington
Pool

8. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and very helpful staff, really good location."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is SAR 563
SAR 648 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

9. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is SAR 226
SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

10. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.5 star property
Te Aro, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (860 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Small but nice rooms that are perfect for just sleeping for a few nights. Excellently stationed just off of Courtenay place and the staff are always lovely. Would happily stay here again."
Australia
Ashley
The price is SAR 296
SAR 340 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

11. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the room and friendly staffs. The place is very affordable and accessible to everything."
Australia
Enrico
The price is SAR 365
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

12. U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection

U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.2 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"Excellent location. So close to everything. Loved having a kitchen, and balcony, which for a city can be hard to find."
Australia
Angela
The price is SAR 362
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
U Residence Hotel, BW Signature Collection
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon
4.0 star property
Pipitea, 1.4 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"We had stayed there before, we came back to stay again and we will come back!"
Australia
Megan
The price is SAR 304
SAR 351 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest on Thorndon
Front of property

14. Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington
4.0 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.6 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,182 reviews)
"Great location to Wellington city. Very spacious rooms, everything you need."
Australia
Rachel
The price is SAR 292
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Adina CityLife Wellington
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

15. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown, 3 km from Carter Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Friendly staff & clean rooms, spa bath in family room was a bonus"
Australia
Stephen
The price is SAR 386
SAR 444 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Southgate Motor Inn
A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

16. 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, (1,804 reviews)
"Super nice and good location."
Canada
Kailie
The price is SAR 281
SAR 323 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a window with a view of a building.

17. Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 0.7 km from Carter Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,380 reviews)
"Good location and easy booking and check in"
Australia
Susan
The price is SAR 339
SAR 390 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Boulcott Suites
A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

18. Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington
4.0 star property
Te Aro, 1.3 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, room was clean and I felt safe."
United States
Gretchen
The price is SAR 261
SAR 303 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Naumi Studio Wellington
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

19. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
Wellington CBD, 0.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,641 reviews)
"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."
Australia
Georgia
The price is SAR 263
SAR 302 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room

20. QT Wellington

QT Wellington
5.0 star property
Wellington Waterfront, 1.5 km from Carter Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very central. Fantastic staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is SAR 502
SAR 578 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
QT Wellington
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Compare popular hotels close to Carter Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.
The Intrepid Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
252 reviews
View
Exterior
Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
785 reviews
View
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
316 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.
The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
77 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
295 reviews
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Top Carter Observatory Hotel Reviews

Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington

10/10 Excellent
"Location was great for work purposes."
Dana 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Naumi Hotel 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 149 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 InterContinental Wellington by IHG.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Carter Observatory?
Expedia has 149 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. Old St Paul's, Parliament House, and Te Aro Pa are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Michael Fowler Centre, St James Theatre, and Embassy Theatre if you're interested in local theater.