Title: Private Bay House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Bay House Units with kitchens, near Te Papa ![Beach House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/52959b23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/31970442.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach House, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/1822f0b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bay House, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/a34b2380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach House, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/a4424662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Te Papa, Private Bay House provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 8 - Oct 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18919500&PinnedHotelID=18919500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bay House, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/7b8bc43c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bay House, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Sofa bed - double 2 bedrooms - 861 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Beach view - Sleeps 7 - 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ![Beach House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18919500/18919500/0eda3144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Beach House, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Sofa bed - double 2 bedrooms - 861 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Beach view - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWellington-Hotels-Private-Bay-House.h18919500.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWellington-Hotels-Private-Bay-House.h18919500.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.29104%2C174.79040&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CkkhEng4RAUSXBndtDHeKhCMOf4=) 156 Oriental Bay, Wellington, 6011 #### What's nearby - Wellington Central Business District - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Te Papa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Courtenay Place - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Cuba Street Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Interislander Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles #### Getting around - Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 7 min drive - Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hungry Monkey - ‬9 min walk - ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬9 min walk - ‪Ohtel - ‬5 min walk - ‪Beach Babylon - ‬5 min walk - ‪Aye! Empanadas - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Bay House Units with kitchens, near Te Papa This smoke-free holiday home features self parking, dry cleaning and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. All 2 homes have 2 bedrooms and feature free WiFi. Guests will find kitchens with fridges, ovens, stovetops and microwaves. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Private Bay House offers 2 accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary bottles of water. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. ## Similar properties ![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington CBD - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Gym 8.6 Excellent 1,609 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/acf3b047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Liberty Apartment Hotel Te Aro - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 109 reviews £54 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=96525362&PinnedHotelID=96525362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel Wellington CBD - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 1,370 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Queen Studio with Private Bathroom | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6140000/6135700/6135616/9eab19a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### U Boutique Hotel Wellington Te Aro - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Laundry 8.6 Excellent 726 reviews £40 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=6135616&PinnedHotelID=6135616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6975/9e4e5725.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West Plaza Hotel Te Aro - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=6975&PinnedHotelID=6975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Sandy beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Free offsite parking within 2 metres - Street parking available - Parking on site (NZD 10 per day) ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 45 per night ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 2 units ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Access code ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: NZD 100 per stay - Breakage deposit: NZD 100 per stay - 10 per cent cleaning fee will be charged. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Self-parking fee: NZD 10 per day - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Parking height restrictions apply ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Private Bay House Wellington Private Bay Wellington Private Bay House Wellington Private Bay House Private vacation home Private Bay House Private vacation home Wellington ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Bay House pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Private Bay House? > Self-parking is available for NZD 10 per day. There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Private Bay House? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private Bay House? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is Private Bay House located? > Located in Oriental Bay, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Oriental Parade and Te Papa. Oriental Bay Beach and Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery are just steps away. Wellington Station is 27 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Bay House Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 7.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 17 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved how close it was to the central city. We were personally greeted and shown around the property. Easy to communicate with. Sunny and very pleassant to stay in ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aroha 27 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### How do you describe beyond happy? Such a beautiful home away from home! Excellent location with a little of everything around us - sea/harbour views was key for us as we live right beside it too. Our little whanau were out & about at the festival during the day but so nice to lay our weary heads in the comforts of comfy bed ##### Aroha Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KenH, Bakersfield CA USA 16 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Charming classic beach house with bay view. Near restaurants, Te Papa Museum, and city center. It has a small but functional kitchen and on-site laundry. We had great communication with our host which was very helpful. We had a short and pleasant stay. ##### KenH Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Apr 2018 Liked: Staff & service #### Great location Great walk along oriental parade, pools across the road. Walking distance to cbc. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 18 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Everything was good except for the parking. Finding the car park is difficult. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Katy, New Zealand 1 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location This accommodation was perfect for our needs (a girls weekend). It was perfectly close to walk to everywhere we needed or just a really short taxi ride at the end of the night! Great being able to park our car across the road for just $7.50 for the whole weekend. The apartment was neat, tidy and clean. We didn't use the cooking facilities so I can't comment on that. Would highly recommend ##### Katy Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### A, Melbourne. Aus 5 Sept 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Dinghy musty smelly rooms Heating almost ineffective. Electric blankets were good though and kept us alive Kitchen too small- was actually one shelf only in the small living room. Not enough utensils to cook or eat Whole house needs a good deep clean including ceilings which had cob webs Mouldy cheese slices in fridge Definitely overpriced. Felt disappointed and disillusioned ##### A Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Great location We enjoyed our stay at the Private Bay House. Awesome location and good facilities. Check with owners of you bring a vehicle as we got two parking tickets across at the freyberg pool carpark .. even with vouchers ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Alcúdia Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alcudia-Beach-Hotels.0-l6275139-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels.d6047145.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Quest on the Terrace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Quest-On-The-Terrace.h7994080.Hotel-Information) > > [Newholme Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Newholme-Hotel.h15272934.Hotel-Information) > > [Rydges Wellington Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Rydges-Wellington-Airport.h30101357.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Normandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Normandy-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6050271-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotel Rudyard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leek-Hotels-Hotel-Rudyard.h20261350.Hotel-Information) > > [Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-QT-Wellington-Apartments.h5588822.Hotel-Information) > > [Palazzino Di Corina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Palazzino-Di-Corina.h1439236.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Wellington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Ibis-Wellington.h892402.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Hotel Wellington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Travelodge-Hotel-Wellington.h523242.Hotel-Information) > > [HiltonHotels Hotels in Lille](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lille-Hotels-Hilton-Hotels.0-0-d6135716--bHiltonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Terceira Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Terceira-Island-Hotels.d3404.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Villas Halkidiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Halkidiki-Villas.d602047-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) > > [Asperion Hillside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guildford-Hotels-Asperion-Hillside.h4985012.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fish Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadway-Hotels-The-Fish-Hotel.h8126582.Hotel-Information) > > [Maistra Select Srebreno Premium Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubrovnik-Hotels-Premium-Apartments-Srebreno.h15927733.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Enniskerry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskerry-Hotels.d500145.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to La Mercy (DUR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/dur/glasgow-to-durban) ### Cars > [Car hire in St.-Rémy-de-Provence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-St-Remy-De-Provence.d6223611.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Rabat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rabat.d6084754.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Flensburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Flensburg.d7279.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Powderham Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Powderham-Castle-Exeter.d6204647.Attraction) > > [Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grappenhall-Heys-Walled-Garden-Warrington.d553248621532492582.Attraction) > > [Kilchurn Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilchurn-Castle-Dalmally.d6092981.Attraction) ### General > [Visit São Tomé and Príncipe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sao-Tome-And-Principe.dx156)