Travel

Everything you need to plan your trip to Wellington, from entry requirements and airport connections to a comfortable place to stay.

Before You Travel

Visitor visa

Along with a valid passport, you’ll need the right permission to enter New Zealand. Most guests will be eligible for an NZeTA, which allows a stay of up to three months.

Check your NZeTA eligibility

Flights and layovers

You’ll likely fly into Auckland before continuing on a domestic flight to Wellington. The Auckland-to-Wellington flight is about an hour; leave plenty of time to transfer between the international and domestic terminals.

Arriving

Wellington Airport (WLG) is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the city centre. Taxis and ride-shares are readily available outside the terminal.

Transport

The Airport Express Bus ($9) departs every 20 minutes.

Wellington harbour viewed from Mount Victoria

Places to Stay

The Intrepid hotel

The Intrepid

Boutique Te Aro

A beautifully restored heritage building offering an intimate, design-forward stay right in the heart of the Cuba Street precinct.

Naumi Studio hotel

Naumi Studio

Eclectic Te Aro

Maximalist design meets heritage architecture. A sensory experience with rich colours and intricate details.

Ohtel hotel

Ohtel

Mid-century Oriental Bay

Overlooking the marina, offering bespoke mid-century furnishings and effortless coastal elegance.

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Hotel discount codes

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The Oaks Hotel

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TRYP Wellington

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