WELLINGTON REGION
The Wellington region of New Zealand occupies the southern end of the North Island. Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. Wellington is one of New Zealand's favourite weekend destinations, with two of New Zealand's top wine regions, Wairarapa and Marlborough, within a short drive and the city has a dynamic nightlife and award winning restaurants and bars.
The influence of Maori culture is strong in Wellington - in fact, the earliest name for Wellington is thought to be the Maori "Te Upoko o Te Ika a Maui"; or "The head of Maui's fish" - and it can be easily appreciated from Wellington hotels, by visiting the Maori Treasures Gallery, New Zealand's national museum Te Papa Tongarewa, or the National Archives, where the original Treaty of Waitangi is on display. Soak up the local history of Wellington city by visiting the Colonial Cottage Museum, built in 1858, which gives a taste of the life of a New Zealand colonial family. Or check out the historic Parliament Buildings, which are some of the world's largest all-wood structures, or the Birthplace of Katherine Mansfield, one of New Zealand's most famous authors. The historic family home has been beautifully restored with antique furniture and heritage garden. All these historic landmarks are easily accessible from Wellington hotels and motels.
Wellington is considered by many to be the culture capital of New Zealand; after all, it is the base for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, the National Opera, and many other dance and drama centres. Wellington accommodation also acts as a great base for exploring the all the natural attractions of the area: from the Hutt Valley, which offers a variety of outdoor and adventure experiences; to The Kapiti Coast, which has world-class wild life sanctuaries, fantastic golf courses and beautiful beaches.
If you're heading to Wellington to watch one of the regions many popular sporting teams, there is a range of accommodation to suit your needs. The All Blacks and Black Caps often play at the world class Westpac Trust Stadium. Alternatively, if you're watching a game of local cricket, or attending a trade show or exhibition, there is a range of accommodation near the Basin Reserve and accommodation near Queens Wharf Events Centre.
Waikanae - The town is about 60km north of Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, and is between the towns of Paraparaumu, 8km to the southwest, and Otaki, 15km to the northeast. Many new cafes have opened up in Waikanae and Waikanae Beach to service both the locals and visitors to the beautiful Kapiti Coast. Just north of Waikanae is the small settlement of Peka Peka. The town and surrounding area is most noted for its beautiful beach and river mouth, which is opposite the long form of Kapiti Island, which lies 4km offshore in the Tasman Sea. The waters between Waikanae Beach and Kapiti Island are a marine reserve, and whales are sometimes spotted on their migration routes through the narrow corridor. The beach itself is composed of black sand, but is still great for water sports and long walks. Inland, behind Waikanae, are the Tararua Ranges and the Akatarawa Valley, home to a popular conservation park, Staglands Wildlife Reserve. A road through the valley provides a link with the Hutt Valley via Reikorangi and Cloustonville. Accommodation in Waikanae includes motel accommodation and bed and breakfast accomodation.
Paraparaumu Beach - Paraparaumu is a town in the south western North Island of New Zealand. It lies in the Kapiti Coast, 55km north of the nation's capital city, Wellington. Paraparaumu Beach Links Golf Course has become world renowned. The only course in New Zealand played by Tiger Woods, it is regarded by many as New Zealand's best. Paraparaumu Airport is located on the eastern side of Paraparaumu Beach. It is a base for private and charter flights, but also offers some commercial services to destinations around the lower North Island and upper South Island. Accommodation in Paraparaumu Beach includes affordable hotel and motel accommodation, bed and breakfast accomodation and cottages at Raumati Beach on the Kapiti Coast.
Tawa - Tawa is a suburb located 18km north of Wellington, between Wellington and Porirua in the North Island of New Zealand. Accommodation in Tawa includes motel accommodation.
Wellington - Whether you are visiting New Zealand's capital for business or leisure, or using the city as a gateway to the North Island, there is a Wellington hotel to suit every budget and holiday need. There is a wide range of Wellington accommodation letting you enjoy all the city has to offer: from wine and culinary delights, to breathtaking scenery; from Maori culture, to historic landmarks of European settlement. Stay in luxury Wellington hotels, affordable motels and motor lodges, self-contained apartments and units or cosy bed and breakfast accommodation in Wellington. Budget Backpacker accomodation in Wellington is also available for the budget traveller. The Wellington Zoo, in fact the oldest zoo in the country, is also a major attraction. While staying in a Wellington hotel, take the time to explore Wellington's waterfront, where you can visit the Museum of Wellington City and Sea and the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts, both located on Queen's Wharf in historic buildings. Or follow the Wellington Writers Walk along the picturesque harbour, which guides you past a series of 11 sculptures with a quotation about the city from a Wellington writer. Accommodation in Wellington - there is a range of accommodation for every travellers need.
Seatoun - Seatoun is a southern suburb of Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand. It is situated on the east coast of the Miramar Peninsula, close to the entrance to Wellington Harbour (formerly Port Nicholson), some seven kilometres southeast of the CBD. The suburb sits on an exposed promontory close to Barrett Reef, a dangerous area of rocky shallows upon which many ships have foundered, most notably the Inter-island ferry Wahine in 1968. Accommodation in Seatoun includes includes boutique bed and breakfast accomodation.
Accommodation in New Zealand includes luxury hotels to stylish country lodges, self-contained New Zealand accomodation and friendly, affordable backpackers hostels. New Zealand offers you a range of accommodation choices for every budget.
