Mount Cook Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Mount Cook
Stay near popular Mount Cook attractions
Things to do
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa
£128
per adult
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
£41
per adult
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
£15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
£24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Mount Cook
Marksman Motor Inn
40 Sussex Street Wellington
The price is £57 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£57
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hnry Stadium and Interislander ...
8.2/10 Very good! (454 reviews)
"The room is clean. They have amenities that you needed... blower, electric kettle, iron and iron board. A parking space which is really hard to find for free. The water supply is really good. Also cheaper 😊."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is £56 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£56
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"Friendly team, was able to check in when arrived an hour early which was very helpful woth 2 kids. Room was spacious enough. Location was great, right in central wellington and 2 min walk to the cable car."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is £94 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£94
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel...convenient location, clean and well-appointed room. I checked in and checked out on-line, so my interactions with staff were minimal. My only disappointment was the hotel does not offer 24 hour room service. I arrived at 10pm and the restaurant was already closed. For a hotel literally ..."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026
Rydges Wellington
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is £77 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£77
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable room and great service."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is £52 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£52
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is £130 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£130
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation. Enjoyable experience. Wish we had longer 😪"
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Mount Cook
Find the best Mount Cook areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.
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Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
