Title: Maungaraki Travel Guide: Best of Maungaraki, Lower Hutt Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Maungaraki](https://expedia.co.uk/Maungaraki-Lower-Hutt-Hotels.0-n553248635976383980-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Lower Hutt](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Lower-Hutt.d55359.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Maungaraki Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Maungaraki.d553248635976383980.Car-Hire-Guide)[Maungaraki Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Maungaraki.d553248635976383980.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Maungaraki Travel Guide ## Lower Hutt ![Good spot to walk to](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55359/9387db43-15d9-4b76-9e28-fcddebdb08f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Good spot to walk to](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55359/9387db43-15d9-4b76-9e28-fcddebdb08f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Maungaraki Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Lower Hutt travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Hutt.dx55359) --- ### Popular places to visit #### Petone Foreshore Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Petone-Foreshore-Petone.d553248621532610562.Attraction) #### East Harbour Regional Park Explore the great outdoors at East Harbour Regional Park, a lovely green space in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Harbour-Regional-Park-Mahina-Bay.d553248621532610576.Attraction) #### Queensgate Shopping Centre You can enjoy retail therapy at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Lower Hutt. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensgate-Shopping-Centre-Hutt-Central.d553248635975698184.Attraction) #### Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Lower Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the cosy cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hutt-City-I-SITE-Visitor-Centre-Hutt-Central.d553248621562625111.Attraction) #### Wellington City Walkways You can take time to visit Wellington City Walkways during your travels to Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-City-Walkways-Harbour-View.d553248621532610570.Attraction) #### Bolton Street Cemetery Enjoy a stop at Bolton Street Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Street-Cemetery-Petone.d553248621532610565.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Electric Bike Rental £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-rental.a1396467.activity-details) ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour £77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44986663/8ee46870-0807-408f-bce7-04ffb8d4508a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kombucha-rum-and-craft-beer-private-tour.a44986663.activity-details) ![Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48214902/34e78d05-cbfb-4b26-a3b5-35590c245bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-guided-tour-ticket.a48214902.activity-details) ![ Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45273253/5986cd2e-89ae-42b1-ab8d-408930e7290d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/weta-workshop-guided-transfers-tour.a45273253.activity-details) [See all activities in Lower Hutt](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lower-Hutt.d55359.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Maungaraki ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/02929c99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington £105 6 Mar - 7 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington £74 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,697 reviews) Very good, will definitely stay again 👍 Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) ![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/963b0daa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington 75 Featherston St Wellington £88 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Lovely room, friendly helpful staff and a nice pool and sauna. We are at the restaurant in the evening and the food was excellent. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington £96 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,452 reviews) Great location, friendly front desk staff, clean safe property. Our queen room was small but had everything we needed for a week-long stay. Kitchen equipped with exactly 2 of everything, but staff very willing to provide any extra needed. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) ![Naumi Studio Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977353/9e768313_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naumi Studio Wellington 213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington £63 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (959 reviews) Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=977353&PinnedHotelID=977353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) ![ibis Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892500/892402/42c96629_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Wellington 153 Featherston St Wellington £59 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Friendly Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=892402&PinnedHotelID=892402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383980) [See all 537 properties in Maungaraki](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976383980) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Hutt-Harbour-View.dx693052969634979840) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alicetown While Alicetown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Hutt-Alicetown.dx693052944621838336) ![Panoramic aerial view of Wellington skyline, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693053011289378816/11fe3228-e64b-497a-b03b-6dafbf9b2b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hutt Central If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and Dowse Art Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Hutt-Hutt-Central.dx693053011289378816) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woburn While Woburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Hutt-Woburn.dx693053007674810368) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Boulcott While there might not be top attractions in Boulcott, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore. 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