Kelburn
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Victoria University of Wellington
Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Zealandia
A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.
Botanic Gardens
Discover 25 hectares of horticultural heaven, brimming with native plants, fragrant flowers and rare trees.
Carter Observatory
Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.
Cable Car Museum
Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.
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.
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: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Top hotels in Kelburn
Rydges Wellington Airport
The room was spotless
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
We had a 2 night stay, for 3 people. Our room was a good size and very comfortable. It had a bar fridge and tea/coffee making. The bathroom was fine but a little dated. Reception and housekeeping we great. The hotel is in an excellent location with the Main Street at its foot and a short walk to ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Rydges Wellington
We were supposed to stay at Rydes Wellington and had booked two nights. The booking was done through Expedia and I had reached out to the hotel by text because the weather was terrible and suggested that we would stay back. I didn’t get a text message back from the hotel. We had to get a hotel in ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
The location is excellent and so central. There are shops, restaurants and amenities such as the cable car moments away.
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Gorgeous quirky design features at this hotel, loved the bar and my room was clean and very stylish
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
West Plaza Hotel
Good location, room was fine and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
