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Our top choices for Makara Beach hotels

A bar area with a glass display case of pastries and a seating area with booths and tables.

1. Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 star property
14.8 km from Makara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is perfect for that early morning flight. Great food options at the airport, and comfortable rooms."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is P6,393
P7,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Rydges Wellington Airport
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

2. Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Makara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (814 reviews)
"Nice room really handy the laundry facilities in the room clesn and friendly helpful staff and good location"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is P5,173
P5,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quest 256 Lambton
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

3. Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington
5.0 star property
8.4 km from Makara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (785 reviews)
"Beautiful stay with great Brekky service - all amenities were great!"
Australia
ANITA
The price is P7,808
P8,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sofitel Wellington
A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

4. Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel
4.5 star property
8.4 km from Makara Beach
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 P6,093
P7,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Bolton Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Makara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Great location and close to a lot of amenities. Restaurant was nice for breakfast in the morning"
Australia
Deon
The price is P4,373
P5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt
A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

6. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
4.5 star property
11.3 km from Makara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Convenient location, short drive to Ferry terminal."
United States
Pedro
The price is P5,484
P6,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Guest' sign, large windows, and a contemporary design.

7. Quest Petone

Quest Petone
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Makara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (692 reviews)
"Great location with lots of restaurants in walking distance, secure parking"
Australia
Merran
The price is P4,078
P4,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Quest Petone
A buffet area with various food stations, including a salad bar and a hot food section.

8. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 star property
8.8 km from Makara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,816 reviews)
"Super nice and good location."
Canada
Kailie
The price is P4,437
P5,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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
9.9 km from Makara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (219 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
Australia
Rachel
The price is P3,596
P4,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Liberty Apartment Hotel
A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

10. The Intrepid Hotel

The Intrepid Hotel
4.5 star property
9.7 km from Makara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (256 reviews)
"Fantastic location and beautiful place to stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is P7,440
P8,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Intrepid Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

11. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Makara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"Good location ,great parking and friendly staff,will stay again"
Australia
Eric
The price is P5,971
P6,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

12. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
4.5 star property
10 km from Makara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (866 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 P4,933
P5,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

13. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
4.5 star property
15.7 km from Makara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (205 reviews)
"Clean, dining option was great"
Australia
Nick
The price is P4,659
P5,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

14. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Makara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,649 reviews)
"Good location, perfect set up for our one night stay."
Australia
Georgia
The price is P4,274
P4,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of buildings in the background.

15. WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter
4.0 star property
8.1 km from Makara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms were tidy bathroom clean excellent staff"
Australia
Hope
The price is P3,751
P4,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
WQ Wellington Quarter
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a seating area, and a sign indicating a fire door.

16. The Viv Hotel Wellington

The Viv Hotel Wellington
4.0 star property
10.3 km from Makara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (751 reviews)
"Nice hotel in Wellington. Close to Victoria park and walkable to Cuba Street. Room was clean and nice. We stayed only one night to take ferry next day. Location as great to walk park and evening on Cuba Street."
Canada
Carey
The price is P3,408
P3,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Viv Hotel Wellington
A luxurious dining setup with a tiered dessert stand, elegant tableware, and a selection of beverages.

17. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 star property
9.9 km from Makara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and appealing decorations in both the public area and guest room. Very nice breakfast with lots of choices."
Canada
Kwok Kwong
The price is P6,007
P6,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

18. Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge
4.5 star property
14.5 km from Makara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (413 reviews)
"Ava Lodge reliably delivers excellent value clean modern comfortable rooms with friendly staff and a great location close to restaurants and easy parking 😊"
Australia
Brigitte
The price is P5,263
P6,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Ava Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a laptop, and two red chairs.

19. Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington
4.5 star property
8.8 km from Makara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, decent breakfast and lovely staff"
New Zealand
Nik Roné
The price is P4,919
P5,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Novotel Wellington
Pool

20. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5.0 star property
9 km from Makara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and very helpful staff, really good location."
United Kingdom
paula
The price is P9,247
P10,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare top hotels near Makara Beach

A bar area with a glass display case of pastries and a seating area with booths and tables.

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 star property
14.8 km from Makara Beach
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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

Quest 256 Lambton

3.0 star property
8.8 km from Makara Beach
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A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

Sofitel Wellington

5.0 star property
8.4 km from Makara Beach
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A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

Bolton Hotel

4.5 star property
8.4 km from Makara Beach
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

4.0 star property
16.4 km from Makara Beach
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9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
814 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
785 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
19 reviews
The price is P6,393
P7,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The price is P5,173
P5,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The price is P7,808
P8,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is P6,093
P7,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
The price is P4,373
P5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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Other attractions near Makara Beach

Otari-Wilton’s Bush

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Makara Beach?

Makara Beach is located in Makara Beach. You'll find 44 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Makara Beach?

Two Peas In A Pod is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this vacation home offers free parking and private decks. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Makara Beach. Other good choices in the area include James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and Gilmer Apartment Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Makara Beach?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Makara Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makara Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Makara Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Makara Beach?

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What can I see and do near Makara Beach?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden, Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park, and Tinakori Hill. Explore nature at Otari-Wilton’s Bush and Waiohine Gorge. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Interislander Ferry Terminal and Karori Arts Centre.