What is Oriental Bay like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Wellington's Oriental Bay neighbourhood. Are you looking for Oriental Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Oriental Bay?

Based on our traveller data, Bay Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Oriental Bay. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Another good option for your stay in the area is Ohtel Wellington .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Oriental Bay?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Wellington, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Oriental Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Oriental Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Oriental Bay.

What can I see and do in this Wellington neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Oriental Bay are Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade. While you're out sightseeing in Wellington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Mount Victoria Lookout or Byrd Memorial.

Top 10 Oriental Bay Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Oriental Bay hotels

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

1. Ohtel Wellington

Oriental Bay

Julian

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent building with a flat roof and multiple windows.

2. Bay Plaza Hotel

Oriental Bay

Emily

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a distant cityscape.

3. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Mount Victoria, 0.6 km from Oriental Bay

Victoria

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

4. QT Wellington

Wellington Waterfront, 0.9 km from Oriental Bay

Louise

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large decorative sculpture.

5. Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Wellington Waterfront, 0.9 km from Oriental Bay

Kwok Kwong

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

6. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Te Aro, 1 km from Oriental Bay

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

7. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 1.4 km from Oriental Bay

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

8. Oaks Wellington Hotel

Te Aro, 1.2 km from Oriental Bay

Simon

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a seating area, and a sign indicating a fire door.

9. The Viv Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 1.2 km from Oriental Bay

BRENDA JOY

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

10. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 1.3 km from Oriental Bay

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.7 km from Oriental Bay

Enrico

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

12. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Wellington CBD, 1.8 km from Oriental Bay

Kailie

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

13. Rydges Wellington

Pipitea, 1.8 km from Oriental Bay

Srikant

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

14. 70 Tory Apartment

Te Aro, 1.2 km from Oriental Bay

Joan

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

15. Bolton Hotel

Wellington CBD, 2.1 km from Oriental Bay

Angie Kim

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, vibrant green walls, and a central floral sculpture.

16. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 1.7 km from Oriental Bay

Brent

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a laptop, and two red chairs.

17. Novotel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 1.9 km from Oriental Bay

Nik Roné

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with large windows, a round table, two blue armchairs, and a remote control on the table.

18. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Te Aro, 1.5 km from Oriental Bay

Kylie

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

19. Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD, 1.8 km from Oriental Bay

Lavina.

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

20. Sofitel Wellington

Wellington CBD, 2.1 km from Oriental Bay

ANITA

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Oriental Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ohtel Wellington	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 382 reviews	View
Bay Plaza Hotel	3.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
QT Wellington	5.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

Where to stay in Oriental Bay

Find the best Oriental Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.

Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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A waterfront with a boathouse, a crane, and modern buildings.

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting 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.

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A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Oriental Bay Hotel Reviews

Ohtel Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous retro style rooms, very comfy bed, wonderful staff & close to Te Papa Museum and other attractions. Right in Oriental Bay where you can walk for miles around the waterfront of you want. Would definitely stay here again."