Crofton Downs
Wellington
Visit Crofton Downs
Popular places to visit
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Wellington Central Business District
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Sky Stadium
Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Top hotels in Crofton Downs
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location in Wellington
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very clean, beautiful rooms, polite staff, easy check in and out
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Nice central location, everything was clean and in good condition. The staff were excellent.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A great location for our stay in Wellington. Walking distance to attractions and restaurants. Clean, well serviced, secure accommodation.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Bolton Hotel
Clean room, quiet, comfortable beds
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi is in a very central spot in Wellington, walkable distance from anywhere you’d like to go. For our room, unfortunately we were a bit disappointed. The room was very dusty, there were dirty marks on things marks all over the walls. The automatic closing latch on the door was also broken, so ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Crofton Downs
Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Wellington CBD
While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea.
Karori
While visiting Karori, you might make a stop by sights like Karori Arts Centre and Wrights Hill Fortress.
Wellington Waterfront
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.
