Wairarapa
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Visit Wairarapa
Where to stay in Wairarapa

Masterton Central
While visiting Masterton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History and Museum of Early Childhood.

Te Ore Ore
While there might not be top attractions in Te Ore Ore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Henley Lake and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History.

Solway
While visiting Solway, you might make a stop by sights like Old Stick & Rudder Company and Vintage Aviation Museum.

Lansdowne
While visiting Lansdowne, you might make a stop by sights like Henley Lake and Queen Elizabeth Park.

Clareville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Clareville and surrounding area, you can visit Old Stick & Rudder Company and Gladstone Vineyard.

Homebush
While Homebush isn't home to many top sights, Old Stick & Rudder Company and Henley Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Loved everything about the stay. Only problem I had... we didn't know about the James Cook Arcade lift to take you up to the hotel. So we walked all the way around the loop with our luggage. I am 75 and it was a bit tough.
Reviewed on 30 Apr, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Quick check-in & out, great rooms, good breakfast
Reviewed on 1 May, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Centrally located, clean and comfortable. The room is equipped with a mini kitchen and there is valet parking available for $45/night. Be aware that the snacks and drinks provided by the minibar are quite expensive ($5 for a bag of chips). There is a good steakhouse, Portlander, on the ground ...
Reviewed on 1 May, 2026

Parehua Resort
Great place to stay and nice breakfast. Cosy cottages. Great Tennis court and swimming poo/spa
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026

Greytown Campground
It was so cozy and relaxing!
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Friendly staff. Great location. comfy bed. Clean room.
Reviewed on 1 May, 2026
Popular places to visit

Castlepoint Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Castlepoint Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Castlepoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Castlepoint Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Castlepoint when you take a trip to Castlepoint Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Cape Palliser Lighthouse
After visiting Cape Palliser Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Palliser. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Martinborough Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martinborough Vineyard during your travels to Martinborough. While in this quaint area, you can savour the wineries.
Palliser Estate
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Palliser Estate during your travels to Martinborough. While in this quaint area, you can savour the wineries.
Stonehenge Aotearoa
You can find out about the history of Greytown when you stop by Stonehenge Aotearoa. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the wineries.
Things to do

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington




