Waiwhetu
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.
Queensgate Shopping Centre
You can do some window-shopping at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your trip to Lower Hutt.
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 lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
Bolton Street Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Bolton Street Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lower Hutt. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Waiwhetu
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Room was clean, Staff were great. Did not use laundry or gym.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Such a convenient process & location. Very satisfied with the parking situation which can otherwise be stressful . Direct access to the terminal from the hotel. Rooms are incredibly well soundproofed as I have a medical intolerance to noise, very pleased. Simple but clean & comfortable rooms. Good ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Soft beds (King in our case), clean, large room and bathroom...and incredible breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Easy parking (paid) and EV Charging. Clean room and welcoming staff.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Bolton Hotel
Friendly helpful staff. Spacious room. We were given one with a lounge/kitchen area. Very little hotel parking available, so need to put in the paid car park. Would stay there again. Central location.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Small but comfy room, had all we needed for a one night stay! Was quiet and cosy!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waiwhetu
Waterloo
While Waterloo isn't home to many top sights, Maori Treasures and Queensgate Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Moera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Moera and surrounding area, you can visit Maori Treasures and Petone Foreshore.
Woburn
While Woburn might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Maori Treasures.
Hutt Central
While visiting Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse.
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.
