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A modern kitchen with a kettle, a black organizer with various items, and a yellow towel in a drawer.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and two dark blue chairs with a unique design.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a contact number, and the name 'Airport Stays' indicating a Wellington accommodation.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

1. Airport Stays

Miramar, 2.3 km from Wellington Zoo

Kate

S$132

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and abstract paintings on the wall.

2. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Newtown, 1.6 km from Wellington Zoo

Sarah

S$120

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a martini glass.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a book and a plant, and a window with curtains.

A modern interior with a large decorative wall, a wooden partition, and a seating area with chairs.

3. Rydges Wellington Airport

2.4 km from Wellington Zoo

S$152

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

A modern building with a curved facade, a prominent entrance with a blue awning, and a large circular structure to the left.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, a brick wall, and large windows.

A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture and a glass enclosure.

4. The Marion Hostel

Te Aro, 3.2 km from Wellington Zoo

Florian

S$76

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Liberty Apartment Hotel

Te Aro, 3.2 km from Wellington Zoo

Caitlyn

S$76

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A compact room with a dining table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden wardrobe.

A building with a sign indicating trading hours, a security camera, and potted plants.

A patio with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hedge.

6. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Hataitai, 2.8 km from Wellington Zoo

Jennifer

S$117

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and large windows.

A bar area with a circular marble counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and red bar stools.

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

A modern interior with a green archway, a green sofa with floral cushions, a round table, and two potted plants.

7. Naumi Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 3.1 km from Wellington Zoo

Con

S$116

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

8. Southgate Motor Inn

Newtown, 1.4 km from Wellington Zoo

Stephen

S$155

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with the name 'RAMADA' prominently displayed on the facade.

9. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

Te Aro, 3 km from Wellington Zoo

Georgia

S$127

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a black faucet, and a built-in oven.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with two beds, a skylight, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining table set with white plates and glasses, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

10. U Suites Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie, 0.9 km from Wellington Zoo

Nicole

S$160

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden hot tub on a wooden deck with a chair and a plant.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with placemats, and a TV on the wall.

A narrow alleyway with a metal fence, potted plants, and buildings on either side.

11. U Boutique Hotel, SureStay Collection by BW

Te Aro, 2.9 km from Wellington Zoo

Julie

S$71

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a curved facade, large glass doors, and a sign reading "Brentwood."

A lobby with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A restaurant setting with wooden chairs, a table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a burger.

A swimming pool with people enjoying the water.

12. Brentwood Hotel

Kilbirnie, 1.2 km from Wellington Zoo

Jenny

S$102

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a sleek faucet.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

13. 70 Tory Apartment

Te Aro, 3.1 km from Wellington Zoo

Joan

S$139

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

The exterior of Marksman Motor Inn with a sign indicating no vacancies and amenities like movies and sports.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining table with four chairs, a television, and a fire extinguisher.

A building exterior with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

14. Marksman Motor Inn

Mount Cook, 2.5 km from Wellington Zoo

shelley

S$94

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a round glass table and two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a building and greenery in the background.

A modern apartment with a large window, a kitchenette, a sofa, a glass dining table, and a small balcony.

A multi-story building with a classical architectural style, featuring a central column, large windows, and a sign indicating a hearing center.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

15. Courtenay Village

Te Aro, 3.1 km from Wellington Zoo

"Hotel is in a great location in the centre of the city with loads of eating options on the doorstep, directly opposite the bus stop which runs to the airport which was very convenient. Lots of room in our 2 bedroom apartment, we only stayed one night but would be perfect for a longer stay. There is no reception so no where to leave bags for early check in or late check out but there is a partner hotel nearby which we were told we could leave our bags if required."

Richard

S$125

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a pillow, a wall-mounted artwork, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern, minimalist room with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

A restaurant interior with booths and tables, some with chairs, and a wall with a door labeled 'STAFF ONLY'.

A white SUV parked in a multi-level underground parking garage with visible ventilation ducts and structural columns.

16. The Viv Hotel Wellington

Te Aro, 2.9 km from Wellington Zoo

sheldon

S$90

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A round table with a floral centerpiece, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a decorative wall with arched windows.

17. Naumi Studio Wellington

Te Aro, 3.1 km from Wellington Zoo

wendy

S$66

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A neatly made bed with a rolled towel, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

A parking lot with a building in the background.

A room with two grey armchairs, a small table with a white lace tablecloth, and a wall-mounted abstract art piece.

A kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, and kettle, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a shelf with kitchenware.

18. 88 Wallace Court Motel

Mount Cook, 2.1 km from Wellington Zoo

Morgan

S$89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, a TV, and a radiator.

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, a mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower.

A room with a desk, chair, and a window with patterned curtains.

A traditional room with a wooden panel wall, a brown leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

19. Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast

Mount Victoria, 2.5 km from Wellington Zoo

shelley

S$95

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A restaurant with wooden beams and hanging paper lanterns. Tables are arranged with chairs, and people are dining.

A wooden door with a "No Smoking" sign, a coat rack, and a "Bathroom" sign.

A building with a sign reading "CAMBRIDGE HOTEL."

A staircase with wooden railings and a carpeted landing area.

20. The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Te Aro, 3 km from Wellington Zoo

Lance

S$65

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Airport Stays	9.6 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford	9.4 Exceptional 310 reviews	View
Rydges Wellington Airport	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
The Marion Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
Liberty Apartment Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 203 reviews	View

Top Wellington Zoo Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

10/10 Excellent

"The Trekker"

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Not far from cbd"

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfortable, spacious and Contemporary."

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

10/10 Excellent

"Very good comms prior to check in, smooth Check in, immaculately clean room, and a very comfy space for our 1 night stay. A small but convenient car park (booking required). The room was pretty quiet with great blackout curtains. Being in busy newtown and right opposite the hospital we did hear the odd siren or revving car. Still got a good sleep."

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10/10 Excellent

"Love staying at the TRYP, comfie beds, great amenities and close to everything"

Rydges Wellington Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rolm, perfect for early flight"

Oaks Wellington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic staff, great checkin. Thanks so much for the car parking. Room was spotless. Loved the breakfast. Fantastic manager of this area. Overall a wonderful quick no fuss stay. Well Done to everyone!!!"

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8/10 Good

"Convenient to Lambton Quay, clean and has everything you need for a few nights. Having a washing machine was great."

The Viv Hotel Wellington

8/10 Good

"Centrally located, clean and well maintained. Staff is friendly and exceptionally helpful. The cheaper rooms are not soundproof. I could hear my neighbors all too well. But once I moved to a room with a"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wellington Zoo?

Wellington Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Wellington known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Wellington Zoo?

Brentwood Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Wellington Zoo. Other good options within a short distance include U Suites Kilbirnie and 747 Motel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Wellington Zoo?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Wellington Zoo.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Wellington Zoo.

What can I see and do near Wellington Zoo?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Te Papa, Museum of Wellington City and Sea or Carter Observatory. Te Aro Pa, Turnbull House and Parliament House are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Wellington Zoo. You can check out the local talent at St James Theatre, Michael Fowler Centre and Embassy Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wellington Zoo hotels

1. Airport Stays

2. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

3. Rydges Wellington Airport

4. The Marion Hostel

5. Liberty Apartment Hotel

6. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

7. Naumi Hotel Wellington

8. Southgate Motor Inn

9. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

10. U Suites Kilbirnie

11. U Boutique Hotel, SureStay Collection by BW

12. Brentwood Hotel

13. 70 Tory Apartment

14. Marksman Motor Inn

15. Courtenay Village

16. The Viv Hotel Wellington

17. Naumi Studio Wellington

18. 88 Wallace Court Motel

19. Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast

20. The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Compare popular hotels close to Wellington Zoo

Top Wellington Zoo Hotel Reviews

Naumi Studio Wellington

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

Rydges Wellington Airport

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

The Viv Hotel Wellington

Other attractions near Wellington Zoo

Newtown Park

Berhampore Golf Club

ASB Sports Centre

Houghton Bay Beach

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

Carlucci Land

Basin Reserve

Princess Beach

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