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Your Waiwhetu Holiday

Book a Waiwhetu holiday package and experience the rhythm and way of life of this sought-after neighbourhood. With all your travel plans taken care of, the only thing you need to worry about here is living your best life. Hoping to do some sightseeing during your trip to Waiwhetu? Pencil in a visit to nearby attractions such as Queensgate Shopping Centre, Petone Foreshore and Dowse Art Museum. Expedia can help you turn your dream Waiwhetu holiday into reality, whatever your travel plans or budget.

Where to stay in Waiwhetu

Find the best Waiwhetu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Waiwhetu
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Petone

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(7 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

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Top hotels in Waiwhetu

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £81 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£81
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"we have stayed numerus times and like the cleanliness of the room and the location room could do with a bit of a refurb but overall our stay was great"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £59 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£59
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,554 reviews)
"Really amazing staff. Very knowledgeable bar staff, impressed with Emily (I think) who was telling me all about the differences in Whisky or Whiskey"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £84 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£84
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Stayed here on several occassions haven't been disappointed to date."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Waiwhetu travel package cost?
Perhaps much less than you think — from a tempting , in fact! By combining hotels, flights and car rentals into a custom-built travel package, your trip to Waiwhetu is only clicks away.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Waiwhetu travel package?
It's impossible to predict what the future holds, so it's good to know that you can cancel or change your Waiwhetu travel package. If your booking was made in the last 24 hours, you may be eligible for a refund. If it's an older booking, your hotel, airline or car rental company may charge a fee. Check our Customer Service Portal to learn more.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Waiwhetu?
It's easy. Just bundle everything together. Flights, hotels and rental cars — combine whatever you need into a Waiwhetu travel package to save a ton of cash. Score even more deals when you include extras such as day tours to your booking. But that's not the only impressive part. You have the flexibility to customize your trip your own way. We offer more than 550 air carriers and 1,000,000 hotels around the world, so that everyone has a chance to travel and fulfil those holiday dreams.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Waiwhetu holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn't prevent you from taking a holiday, so Expedia has devised a solution to help. Now that we've partnered with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book an incredible getaway without eating away at your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options at checkout that take the worry out of budgeting for your escape. Consider one of these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Make your holiday dreams a reality sooner with Klarna's manageable monthly instalment plans. If paying bite-sized amounts each month works for you, pick this option during the checkout process.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: If you want to pay off your escape across multiple transactions, holidays paid in instalments might be the right choice for your Book Now, Pay Later holiday through Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: If paying a small percentage of your trip (rather than the full total upfront) makes it easier to hit that "book now" button, opt for a low deposit holiday payment plan with Klarna.

Where should I stay in Waiwhetu?
With so much to explore in Waiwhetu, we recommend you lock in a hotel close to its attractions. Maori Treasures, Dowse Art Museum and The Dowse are some popular ones to put on your itinerary.
What are the top hotels in Waiwhetu?
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade and Wellington Top 10 Holiday Park are a couple of the most sought-after properties in Waiwhetu. Why not look up the facilities and rates at each and then make a decision?
How far in advance should I book my Waiwhetu holiday?
While not all air carriers advertise ticket prices early, you can normally look up international airfares on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. This is the time when you can nab some fantastic bargains. If you're purchasing tickets last minute, you might get lucky. Sometimes the cheapest prices appear just weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia Waiwhetu travel package include?
That depends entirely on you. You can choose from a variety of Waiwhetu bundles, such as a hotel, rental car and flight. You can also book a hotel with a flight, or a rental car with a flight. Once you've made your booking, you can add on the fun stuff like activities and experiences. Whatever your Waiwhetu escape looks like, get ready to save!
What should I know before booking a Waiwhetu travel package?
Our prices are already low. However, you'll snap up even more savings if you book your hotels, flights and car rentals together. With an Expedia package, you'll get transparent pricing and tons of choice.
Can I choose my airline with a Waiwhetu Expedia travel package?
Yes, definitely. Expedia has more than 550 partner airlines to choose from all over the world. With such a big range of choice, finding the perfect carrier to bring you to Waiwhetu won't be hard.

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.

Petone Foreshore

Things to do

Coffee roasting at Ripe Coffee Roasters.

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£480
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£77
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£86
per adult
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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.