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Recently Reviewed Hotels around Wellington
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Bolton Hotel
73 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 13, 2008
#1 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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The Wellesley Hotel
23 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 13, 2008
#46 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Citylife Wellington
16 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 9, 2008
#6 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Mercure Hotel Wellington
19 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 8, 2008
#35 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Aitken on Mulgrave
18 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 6, 2008
#9 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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InterContinental Wellington
63 Reviews
Last reviewed Aug 6, 2008
#2 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Holiday Inn Wellington
31 Reviews
Last reviewed Jul 16, 2008
#4 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Novotel Wellington
32 Reviews
Last reviewed Jul 8, 2008
#8 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Ohtel
2 Reviews
Last reviewed Jun 27, 2008
#6 of 53 B&Bs / inns in Wellington
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Rowena's Lodge
9 Reviews
Last reviewed Jun 21, 2008
#29 of 37 specialty lodging in Wellington
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Travelodge Wellington Plimmer Towers
16 Reviews
Last reviewed Jun 2, 2008
#32 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Quality Hotel Wellington
4 Reviews
Last reviewed Jun 2, 2008
#25 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Quest Wellington
9 Reviews
Last reviewed May 26, 2008
#31 of 53 B&Bs / inns in Wellington
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Just Hotel
9 Reviews
Last reviewed May 20, 2008
#28 of 74 hotels in Wellington
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Base Wellington Backpackers
5 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 25, 2008
#6 of 37 specialty lodging in Wellington
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#1 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Museum; History museum; Natural history museum
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- Apr 15, 2008 "Amazing museum & a wonderful introduction to all things New Zealand (Aotearoa)!"
- Apr 14, 2008 "Te Papa A MUST"
- Jan 12, 2008 "TePapa: Plan on more than an afternoon!"
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#2 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Garden
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- Feb 4, 2008 "A delightful spot for all the family"
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#3 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Zoo
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- Jan 12, 2008 "Well Worth It In Wellington!"
- Mar 13, 2003 "Review from a zoo fan"
- Dec 28, 2002 "A small one but have strong features"
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#4 of 113 attractions in Wellington
The heritage of Wellington is displayed through exhibits that cover the city's Maori roots to its modern mores.
Attraction type: History museum
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- Jun 11, 2008 "Best little gem in the city..."
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#5 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Take the nocturnal tour to listen to moreporks, find glow-worms and watch kiwi feed, or the dawn chorus tour to hear the exceptional New Zealand bird song.
Attraction type: Nature reserve
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- Jan 26, 2008 "A wonderful project"
- Oct 26, 2007 "A wondweful place just out of the city"
- Jan 11, 2007 "Not worth the entry fee"
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#6 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Bar/club
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- May 19, 2008 "Coolest bar I've ever been to"
Do not miss this gardens vibrant collection of exotic flowers.
Attraction type: Garden
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#8 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Tour
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#9 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Tour
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- Jan 5, 2008 "Personal City Tours for Smaller Groups"
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#10 of 113 attractions in Wellington
This is the modern version of the famous Wellington Cable Car, and a unique way of transport through the city.
Attraction type: Tram
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- Nov 4, 2007 "The must-do in Wellington"
This gallery is home to New Zealands best collection in contemporary visual arts, including painting, photography, sculpture, moving image, architecture, industrial and graphic design.
Attraction type: Art museum
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#12 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Beach
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- Feb 19, 2004 "Relaxing Eastbourne"
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#13 of 113 attractions in Wellington
These buildings are a prime example of New Zealand art and an outlet to the world of politics in Wellington.
Attraction type: Government building
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- May 14, 2007 "The Beehive with no bees"
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#14 of 113 attractions in Wellington
High lookout point along Wellington's Southern Walkway gives visitors a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings.
Attraction type: Lookout
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- Sep 29, 2004 "wild wallabies on top"
- Feb 19, 2004 "Mt. Vic with a 360 view"
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#15 of 113 attractions in Wellington
Attraction type: Museum
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- May 16, 2007 "A dry day out in windy, wet Wellington."
- May 14, 2007 "Old School -- Cars, Bicycles, Motorcycles"
Visit this museum for exhibitions of contemporary craft from New Zealand and other countries.
Attraction type: Art museum
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The childhood home of New Zealand's most celebrated author.
Attraction type: Historic home
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Attraction type: Concert; Historic site
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