Skip to content
/Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Sign inSign up

airport · Wellington, New Zealand

Hotels near Wellington International Airport (WLG)

79 hotels within 5km of Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand, with nightly rates from around NZ$67 to NZ$323 (averaging NZ$165), including 26 properties rated 4 stars or higher. The closest is Airport Stays, about 0.5km away.

Wellington Airport sits on a narrow spit at Rongotai, wedged between the eastern suburbs and the harbour, which means your accommodation choice really comes down to how much you value proximity over the wider appeal of the capital. Airport Stays and Rydges Wellington Airport are both a short walk from the terminal, making them the obvious pick if you've got an early flight, a late arrival, or you're simply not in the mood to think about transfers after a long journey. There's no pretending these are destinations in themselves — you're paying for convenience, not character.

Beyond the walkable options, our data shows 10 of the 77 hotels within 5km fall inside the 3km mark, so there's a reasonable cluster of choice close by without straying far from the runway. These tend to suit travellers who want a short taxi or shuttle rather than a walk, and who'd rather have a bit more room to pick a hotel that suits their budget or taste.

The other real option is staying in central Wellington itself. It's further out, but the capital's compact waterfront, restaurants and museums make it worth the trade-off if your flight times allow a proper transfer rather than a dash to the gate. Given Wellington's notorious wind and hilly terrain, factor in a little extra buffer for getting to and from the airport regardless of where you base yourself.

79 hotels within 5kmAll hotels in Wellington →

Where to stay near Wellington International Airport (WLG)

Airport Stays

Airport Stays

3 Hobart St, Wellington Airport, Wellington, Wellington, 6022

0.5km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

8.87,876 reviews

28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, 6022

0.5km away

FromUS$156.08/night
View hotel →
U Suites Kilbirnie

U Suites Kilbirnie

8.3375 reviews

66 Bay Road, 6022

1.3km away

FromUS$163.02/night
View hotel →
Brentwood Hotel

Brentwood Hotel

7.82,576 reviews

16-20 Kemp Street, 6022

1.5km away

FromUS$98.68/night
View hotel →
Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

1 Birkhall Grove, Strathmore Park

1.5km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Views for day's in Lyall Bay

Views for day's in Lyall Bay

26 Carlton Street

1.6km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

8.7867 reviews

302-304 Evans Bay Parade, 6021

2.8km away

FromUS$106.31/night
View hotel →
Starship Enterprise

Starship Enterprise

114 The Esplanade

2.8km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Stunning Views Ocean-front

Stunning Views Ocean-front

128 The Esplanade, Houghton Bay

2.9km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn

3.0km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Oceanfront Escape

Oceanfront Escape

146 The Esplanade

3.0km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Pacific Ocean seafront home near airport

Pacific Ocean seafront home near airport

148 The Esplanade Houghton Bay

3.0km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Ascot Motor Lodge

Ascot Motor Lodge

8.3621 reviews

46 Riddiford Street, 6021

3.1km away

FromUS$80.63/night
View hotel →
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

9.61,374 reviews

22 Riddiford St, 6021

3.2km away

FromUS$104.47/night
View hotel →
Adelaide Motel

Adelaide Motel

7.5273 reviews

209 - 211 Adelaide Road, 1001

3.2km away

FromUS$94.57/night
View hotel →
CQN's

CQN's

4 Derby St, 6011

3.4km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Modern Two Bedroom Apartment with Free Parking

Modern Two Bedroom Apartment with Free Parking

504/21 King St

3.5km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Casa Felina Apartment

Casa Felina Apartment

140 Derwent Street

3.5km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Nouvo Apartments

Nouvo Apartments

1A/21 Rugby Street Mt Cook

3.6km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Richmond Guest House

Richmond Guest House

7.91,766 reviews

116 Brougham St, 6001

3.6km away

FromUS$92.41/night
View hotel →
Marksman Motor Inn

Marksman Motor Inn

40 Sussex Street, 6021

3.8km away

Check ratesView hotel →
Apollo Lodge - Free Parking

Apollo Lodge - Free Parking

8.53,357 reviews

49 Majoribanks Street, 6011

4.0km away

FromUS$80.37/night
View hotel →
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

7.65,892 reviews

25 Vivian St, 6011

4.0km away

FromUS$68.77/night
View hotel →
Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work

Ideal location for groups, family, friends or work

4B Wilkinson Street

4.0km away

Check ratesView hotel →

This guide combines data from our own listings with editorial that may be AI-assisted. Distances, prices and details can change — please confirm anything you rely on before you book.

More airports in New Zealand

Auckland International Airport (AKL)Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Search live availability near Wellington International Airport (WLG) →