Sunshine Bay

Lower Hutt

Popular places to visit

Petone Foreshore

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Petone Foreshore

East Harbour Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at East Harbour Regional Park, a lovely green space in Lower Hutt. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

East Harbour Regional Park

Wellington City Walkways

You can take time to visit Wellington City Walkways during your travels to Lower Hutt. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Wellington City Walkways

Queensgate Shopping Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your trip to Lower Hutt.

Queensgate Shopping Centre

Maori Treasures

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maori Treasures during your trip to Lower Hutt. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Maori Treasures

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Lower Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the charming coffeehouses and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre

Things to do

Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

P11,390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

P6,834
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

P6,133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

P2,068
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

P4,381
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

P1,234
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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Top hotels in Sunshine Bay

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is P6,875 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
P6,875
per night
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Location, room, amenities, staff were all excellent. Looking forward to coming back.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is P5,087 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
P5,087
per night
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,713 reviews)
Clean room, convenient location.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is P6,442 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P6,442
per night
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is P5,138 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P5,138
per night
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,476 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is P4,511 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
P4,511
per night
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (986 reviews)
Small but in good shape.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is P4,391 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P4,391
per night
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Room and bathroom fine, bed comfortable. Only issue was no milk only creamer but not a major issue

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

West Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Bay

Boat shed Eastbourne

Days Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Days Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Eastbourne Beach and East Harbour Regional Park.

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Eastbourne

Eastbourne might not have many top sights, but Eastbourne Beach and Wainuiomata Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eastbourne
Maori children enjoying a pretty & secluded spot off the main path of Wainuiomata Recreation area, Wellington, New Zealand

Wainuiomata

While Wainuiomata might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East Harbour Regional Park and Eastbourne Beach.

Wainuiomata
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Seaview

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Seaview and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Maori Treasures.

Seaview
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Gracefield

While Gracefield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Petone Foreshore and Maori Treasures.

Gracefield
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Waiwhetu

While Waiwhetu isn't home to many top sights, Maori Treasures and Queensgate Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Waiwhetu

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