Wellington
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand. It is a harbor city nicknamed Windy Wellington and promotes itself as "Absolutely Positively Wellington". Its motto "Suprema a situ", which claims site supremacy - with some justification.



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Hotels in Wellington

Grove House Hotel Score 7.95 from 9 reviews
17 Whitchurch Rd 7.95/10
A beautiful building with a restaurant, bar and lounge, the welcoming and family-run Grove House is a 5-minute walk from Wellington's pubs, shops and rail station. Every room at Grove House Hotel is en suite, with a powerful shower and/or bath. Grove House has free parking and is a 5-minute drive from the M54 (junction 6). Fresh and good-sized full English or light continental breakfasts are offered. Evening meals are available from Grove House's own restaurant. You can also take a meal or drink from the bar into the conservatory. The restaurant can be used for private dinner parties, buffets or meetings. ... more
 
Oak Estate Motor Lodge Score 0 from 0 reviews
2 Hospital Road 0/10
Oak Estate Motor Lodge offers affordable self-catering accommodation in the picturesque Wairarapa town of Greytown. All the accommodation is spacious and fitted with kitchen facilities. Luxurious suites feature double spa baths. All rooms feature satellite TV. The Tararua Forest Park, Lake Wairarapa and the Martinborough wine region are just a short drive away. Several golf courses and a wide selection of adventure activities are also within easy reach of the Oak Estate. Facilities include secure courtyard parking and a children’s play area. ... more
 
Lord Nelson Hotel Score 8.525 from 11 reviews
11-13 Park Street, Wellington 8.53/10
We are now following the Government guidelines regarding non-smoking. We are closed between 13:00 and 16:00. Last check-in time is 22:30, unless by prior arrangement. ... more
 
Swallow Buckatree Hall Hotel Score 7.55 from 26 reviews
The Wrekin, Wellington 7.55/10
The Swallow Buckatree Hall is a renowned, comfortable country house, with its own mature gardens and private lake, offering a relaxing retreat where you can escape from the pressures of day to day life. Many of our well appointed bedrooms enjoy scenic views of the hotel's beautiful lake and garden, providing a memorable setting in which you can relax, unwind and simply enjoy your stay. ... more
 
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park Score 5.825 from 2 reviews
High Street 5.83/10
This recently refurbished, luxurious resort is nestled in the lush Wairarapa Valley, framed by the Tararua Ranges. Its 10-hectare landscaped grounds include indoor and outdoor pools and sports facilities. Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park offers spacious, modern rooms with air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The Grill at Solway Park has an extensive à la carte menu and Wairarapa wines, and it is open all day. The deli counter serves light meals and drinks, while Café Solway offers indoor and outdoor dining. The Copthorne Hotel & Resort also features spa facilities, a gym, tennis and squash courts and a golf driving range. Children can enjoy the playground, the trampoline and the games room. A business centre is also available. The resort is located on the outskirts of Masterton, surrounded by vineyards, the Queen Elizabeth Park and Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre. Wellington is just over 1 hour's drive away. ... more
 
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Adventure Wairarapa Tour from Wellington 8 hours

Adventure Wairarapa Get out of the city and into the country, Wairarapa, heartland New Zealand. Your day starts with a drive over the historic Rimutaka Ranges, one of New Zealand's wildest hill roads, and into the Wairarapa countryside. First stop is Patuna Farm Adventures where you choose a morning activity: Horse Trekking, High Ropes, or a guided walk through the Patuna Chasm.

The Horse Trekkers explore different areas of this high country farm on horses to suit your skill level. The High Ropes include the big swing, trapeze and the beam and is a real challenge. The Patuna Chasm is a spectacular limestone wonderland. You can experience the wonder of its fossils, ferns, stalactites, waterfalls, eels, wildlife, wild pigeons and native birds. After your morning activity you will return to the family house for a relaxing homestead lunch.

After lunch a drive next door to wander into a limestone river cave, home to many glow worms. Gumboots and torches are provided for those without their own. Next you will be able to wind down with a visit to a local vineyard for wine tasting. The tour concludes with a drive back over the Rimutaka Ranges to Wellington.

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2 Day Kaikoura Whale Discovery Train Escape 2 days / 1 night

TranzCoastal Train Your journey across Cook Strait, which separates the North and South Islands of New Zealand, is one of the most beautiful crossings in the world. Sail on the Interislander ferry from the capital city, Wellington, in the North Island, across to Picton, which is nestled in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds in the South Island. Connect with the TranzCoastal train from to Kaikoura and overnight at the White Morph Motor Inn. The next day you will experience a whale watch boat tour, where you have the opportunity to see whales at close range and encounter a wide range of sea life. In addition you will see the worlds rarest dolphin, the tiny Hector Dolphin. After a morning on the water, continue to Christchurch by rail on the TranzCoastal train. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Wellington Twilight Rover 2.5 hours

Wellington Twilight Rover

Your Twilight Tour departs about 45 minutes before sundown. Within minutes of escaping the city center you are driving through historic suburbs to the aptly named Happy Valley. Only 5 minutes later you will find yourselves on Wellington's dramatic South Coast. As you look past mountains plunging into the sea you can make out the South Island disappearing into dusk.

You are able to spend a few minutes down on the beach, fossicking through the rocks, searching for dolphins or just taking in the scenery. Next you will drive the coast for a few kilometers before climbing through the green belt for fantastic 360' views of Wellington from Mount Victoria. The city lights are on and Wellington looks fantastic. We will help you get your bearings and tell a few tales before exploring some of Wellington's prestigious suburbs on our way to Otari-Wiltons Bush searching for glow-worms.

After a short forest walk with the light of the worms to guide you, back into the vehicle to be dropped off at you accommodation, a restaurant or maybe the theatre. This is a great tour for with just one night in Wellington. This is a great tour for those arriving late into Wellington and leaving again the next morning.

This tour is seasonal and operates from 15 May through to 30 September

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