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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Makara Beach on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Makara Beach consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 26, 2026.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A modern living room with a Nespresso machine, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a sitting area.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

1. Quest 256 Lambton

8.8 km from Makara Beach

Karen

CNY477

CNY548 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern dining area with a glass table set for six, surrounded by comfortable seating.

A modern living room with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative shelf with plants and vases.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

2. Sofitel Wellington

8.4 km from Makara Beach

Noah

CNY843

CNY969 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

A bar area with a glass display case of pastries and a seating area with booths and tables.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a martini glass.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a book and a plant, and a window with curtains.

3. Rydges Wellington Airport

14.8 km from Makara Beach

Hamish

CNY726

CNY835 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

A sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of people on the shore.

A motor lodge with a sign indicating vacancy.

A room with two blue armchairs, a small glass table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

4. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

14.2 km from Makara Beach

Simon

CNY592

CNY680 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A window with a grid pattern, through which a building with a modern design and a flat roof is visible.

5. The Intrepid Hotel

9.7 km from Makara Beach

Wendy

CNY693

CNY798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'SHARP' sign at the top.

6. Liberty Apartment Hotel

9.9 km from Makara Beach

Sarah

CNY404

CNY465 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered chairs, a small table, and a carpeted floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, adorned with white tablecloths and pink sashes.

A hotel reception area with wooden paneling, artwork on the walls, and a counter with a glass partition.

7. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8.8 km from Makara Beach

Mike

CNY459

CNY528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A textured wall with the word "QUEST" in large letters.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Guest' sign, large windows, and a contemporary design.

A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, a receptionist, and a modern interior design.

A coastal town with houses, a mountain, and the sea.

8. Quest Petone

13.8 km from Makara Beach

Mr Joseph Wong

CNY452

CNY520 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern living room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa set, a coffee table, and a side table with decorative items.

A room with a large bay window, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned rug.

9. InterContinental Wellington by IHG

9 km from Makara Beach

Charlotte

CNY1,021

CNY1,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A balcony with a tiled floor, a glass door, and a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

10. Adina CityLife Wellington

8.9 km from Makara Beach

Ross

CNY482

CNY554 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A lobby with a reception desk, green seating, a wooden bench, and a patterned carpet.

A building with a large blue sign advertising events at The Angus.

11. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

16.4 km from Makara Beach

Tracy

CNY526

CNY605 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a laptop, and two red chairs.

A buffet area with various food options and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

12. Novotel Wellington

8.8 km from Makara Beach

Zoe

CNY503

CNY578 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a comfortable sofa, a dining table, and a workspace with a desk and chair.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a sofa set, a dining table, and a vase of flowers.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'RYDGES' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat roof.

13. Rydges Wellington

8.7 km from Makara Beach

Tim

CNY595

CNY684 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating area, reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A breakfast table with a plate of food, cutlery, and a coffee pot.

A restaurant with a long dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and menus.

14. Bolton Hotel

8.4 km from Makara Beach

Sheryl

CNY767

CNY882 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A dining area with a table set for two, a window with curtains, and a bed in the background.

A room with large windows, a view of greenery outside, and a chair in the foreground.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a laptop, and a notepad.

15. Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

9.7 km from Makara Beach

Mish

CNY592

CNY680 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling and a carpeted floor.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

A hallway with an exit sign, an elevator, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, dark headboards, white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

16. Gilmer Apartment Hotel

8.9 km from Makara Beach

Ben

CNY488

CNY561 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a pedestrian area, and a street view with traffic lights.

A hallway with a staircase, a painting, and a table with flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a minibar, and a mirror.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

8.9 km from Makara Beach

Jody

CNY688

CNY791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and desk lamp. There is a reception area with a sign that reads "RECEPTION" and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats, a wooden desk, and a blue pillow.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a mirror, and a view of a landscape through a glass partition.

18. Ohtel Wellington

10.1 km from Makara Beach

Julian

CNY790

CNY909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern living room with a fireplace, built-in shelves, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.

A reception area with two cylindrical counters, a checkered floor, and a modern chandelier.

19. TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

10 km from Makara Beach

L M

CNY506

CNY582 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a motorcycle.

A modern multi-story building with a prominent mural on the side, a traffic light, and cars passing by.

A bar area with multiple chandeliers, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

20. QT Wellington

9.9 km from Makara Beach

Melissa

CNY751

CNY864 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Makara Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest 256 Lambton	9.8 Exceptional 808 reviews	View
Sofitel Wellington	9.4 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Rydges Wellington Airport	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade	9.6 Exceptional 640 reviews	View
The Intrepid Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 251 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Makara Beach

Otari-Wilton’s Bush

Wilton is home to Otari-Wilton’s Bush, so why not stop by during your stay in Wellington. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden

Ready for an education in local botany? Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from central Wellington. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanic Gardens and Zealandia, both nearby.

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Waiohine Gorge

Ngaio is home to Waiohine Gorge, so why not stop by during your stay in Wellington. Let yourself be amazed at the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Karori Arts Centre

Karori is home to Karori Arts Centre, so why not stop by during your stay in Wellington. If you have fun at Karori Arts Centre, you'll love Wellington Zoo and Carter Observatory, both located nearby.

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Katherine Mansfield Birthplace

8.0/10 (1 review)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Katherine Mansfield Birthplace— just one of the monuments in Thorndon. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park in Thorndon. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its port and restaurants.Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanic Gardens and Waitangi Park, both nearby.

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Tinakori Hill

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Tinakori Hill in Thorndon. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its port and restaurants.Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanic Gardens and Khandallah Park, both a short walk away.

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Khandallah Park

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Khandallah Park in Thorndon. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its port and restaurants.Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanic Gardens and Tinakori Hill, both a short walk away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Makara Beach?

Guests love staying at Best Western Wellington, which is a hotel near Makara Beach.
Capital Lodge Motor Inn is also well reviewed by travelers and is 27 minutes away by car.
You'll find 713 lodging options in the surrounding area to choose from including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Makara Beach?

You can find a variety of room prices on Hotels.com depending on where you plan to go and when. To see the lowest rates available, filter by your preferred criteria and sort by price.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY404

Can I find hotels close to Makara Beach that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

Both Sofitel Wellington and DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington are highly rated hotels close to Makara Beach that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Makara Beach?

For a romantic stay, Sofitel Wellington offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. It's a 34-minute drive from Makara Beach.
Another great option is Bolton Hotel, which is 34 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels close to Makara Beach with free breakfast?

Start your day nourished with a free continental breakfast at Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast, which is within reach of Makara Beach.
Greenmantle Estate Hotel is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast, and it's located in the larger area.

Which hotels near Makara Beach have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with garden or courtyard views at Capital Lodge Motor Inn, which is a 27-minute drive from Makara Beach.
Also recommended is Sofitel Wellington, which has rooms with garden or city views.

What are the best family hotels close to Makara Beach?

For travelers looking for a family-friendly stay, Bolton Hotel offers children's meals, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Makara Beach is 34 minutes away by car.
Also consider DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Makara Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Bolton Hotel, which is a 34-minute drive from Makara Beach. This hotel features a restaurant called Artisan Dining House, and offers an indoor pool and a hot tub.
Another luxe option is Sofitel Wellington, which is 34 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Makara Beach with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, Best Western Wellington offers free parking and you'll be a 25-minute drive from Makara Beach.
Another property that offers free parking is Capital Lodge Motor Inn, which is 27 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Makara Beach with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the indoor pool at Bolton Hotel. Makara Beach is a 34-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Rydges Wellington.

What cheap motels can I book close to Makara Beach?

To stay economically near Makara Beach, you can book Capital Lodge Motor Inn, which offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge.
Also consider Newlands Court Motel, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Makara Beach?

You can spend the day relaxing by the water at Makara Beach, though you might also want to see nearby sights like Te Papa, Hnry Stadium, and Cuba Street Mall.
Other places in the area are Courtenay Place, Petone Foreshore, and New Zealand Parliament Buildings.

What are the best lodges close to Makara Beach?

Appreciate the natural setting when you stay at The Intrepid Hotel, which is a 37-minute drive from Makara Beach. The lodge offers Netflix, free in-room minibars (limited items), and Egyptian cotton sheets.
Unique Getaway with Private Waterfall and Hydrotherapy Spa in Wellington, New Zealand is a second lodge located in the larger area.

What are the best cabins close to Makara Beach?

Welcome to The Stables: Enjoy peace and quiet when you stay at this cabin, which is located a 22-minute drive from Makara Beach.
Luxury Studio Pod with Private Cedar Hot Tub & Deck in Wellington, New Zealand: Here's another cozy cabin to consider, which is 33 minutes away by car.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Makara Beach?

Bring your cherished pet with you to U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW, which is a 37-minute drive from Makara Beach.
The Intrepid Hotel is a second pet-friendly option. The lodge offers animal guests food and water bowls.