
Waterfront vacation rentals in Wellington
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Executive Style Apartment
Homely apartment with everything you need. Had a lovely 7 stay at Rhys's apartment it was the perfect home away from home. The location so close to the city with all Major shops & attractions were within walking distance which made exploring the city really easy. The apartment is spacious, bright, as described and shown in photos. Bed was extremely comfortable. Check-in was effortless. Rhys the host available and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this accomodation. Thank you Rhys.

Cozy & Luxury Apartment in Wellington Central
Really nice spot! Great location and close to lots of food. Host was very responsive and check in/out was easy!

Seaside Escape, Your Coastal/City Getaway
Sally provided a place that exceeded our expectations. we had an absolutely wonderful time and can't fault her. As a Wellington resident for 14 years who booked it for his parents while they were travelling I can't recommend this enough. It's exactly what you need if you are here for a visit or a medium term stay. Thanks Sally!

Peaceful Panoramic Sea Views
loved our few days in Eastbourne. beds were very comfortable, and the place was so clean.

Te Papa View - 3 bed waterfront apartment + park
Centrally situated, Giles's apartment had a lovely outlook over the Wellington Harbour. The apartment was well laid out, well equipped, and very comfortable. Wellington CBD was really accessible and wwith the exception of our trip to and from the airport, we were able to walk to restaurants and attractions easily. We had a great stay and would certainly stay at the apartment again.

Victoria Vista
The guys were lovely and helpful. My friend and I were on different flights and she had fallen asleep when I arrived. They came out after midnight to help me get inside which is hugely appreciated. The apartment is clean and well stocked, they checked in if we needed anything, which was appreciated. Lots of blankets which is perfect for a winter evening. They also kindly let us check out late. definitely would book again.

Stunning 3-Bedroom Apartment on Oriental Parade
great location the waterfront, walkable to everything you need in town

Bay Suites Apartment 2- free parking
Beautiful and comfortable accommodations. It was nice to have covered (and secured) parking but it is tight. Definitely a challenge to park a big vehicle but they offered an alternative if the vehicle didn’t fit which was really nice.
Waterfront house rentals

Octopus’s Garden 3bd2bth House
We had a wonderful weekend with family, staying at Julie’s house. There were 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 with great views. Everything was really clean and spacious, the kitchen was well equipped, and we had lots of instructions. Julie communicated well before our check in. Parking directly opposite was a bonus. For anyone with mobility issues, just be aware that there are steps up to the entrance, and living / sleeping is on 2 floors.

Beautiful central executive home
I booked at the very last minute at 6:30pm on the night and the host responded so quickly. I am so grateful because this old house is very unique with plenty of history. Awesome views that you never get tired of. Walking distance to every where. Be aware there are a lot of stairs to get to the property and bedrooms rooms up on 2nd level so if you have old or bad legs this could be a problem. Not a problem for me at all though & I am nearly 60. Thanks for a great stay and sharing your family home with me.

Eastbourne Waterfront Cottage
We loved our time here. Beautiful waterfront location, bountiful back garden, comfy beds, and generously equipped, for a family of 5 to have an enjoyable stay.

Seacrest in Paremata
Thankyou Caroline we really enjoyed our stay. We very much enjoyed the amazing views superb facilities and beautiful furnishings We really hope to return. Such warm sunny comfortable apartment with a beautiful sunset for us to enjoy

Near the beach on Dolly Varden reserve
Nice place to stay, close to the estuary with a great coffee shop close by. Short walk to the train station. Comfortable beds and a great heat pump. Well supplied place and Cathy is very friendly.

Seaside Retreat – Stargazing & Pet Owner’s Haven
Beautiful place! Very close to the airport and located in a beautiful neighborhood close to the beach. The view was spectacular. All necessary amenities were provided. Would definitely recommend this listing to others

Scenic Haven: Warm, ethnic charm
This was a lovely quiet home away from home. Beautiful views and warm and cozy on those cold windy Wellington nights. We had all the amenities we needed and the location was very convenient for all our needs. Public transport is just a short walk away making it so easy to get around. We wanted somewhere out of the city hustle bustle but convenient enough to be able to go to the city centre if we wanted. Thank you our stay was great and I highly recommend this property.

Beach Haven on Lyall Bay Parade
Love the location. Clean and a perfect place to relax. This was our second time staying in 4 weeks. Outstanding communication. Thanks for hosting a great property.
Waterfront condo rentals

Halal Accom in Wellington Central.(private bath)
Thank you for having me, the location was ideal, would definitely stay again.

Harbour views 2bdrm apartment with deck
This was a simply marvellous spot to stay! Fantastic location in a very secure location. I could easily walk to the grocery store, the waterfront, Te Papa museum and many other attractions. The apartment was spotless and equipped with everything I could imagine needing Llane was very responsive to questions and proactive with notices. I wish she owned a spot in every place on my bucket list!

Oriental Bay: stunning views from a private condo
This apartment was amazing & met my expectations & more The views were incredible Easy beautiful walk along the waterfront to restaurants & bars but if you choose to Uber then it was only $9 Easy self check in with lockbox We managed to get a free Carpark outside the apartment block so no problems there . Thank you Craig , hopefully we will be back soon

Central Wellington Apartment in Dream Location
The best deal for being comfortable and not cramped right in the heart of the city. The views both to the harbour and Mount Victoria are just beautiful and the perfect tonic sitting in the comfy lounger at the end of the day. Super easy instructions and both Carolyn and Aarti quick to respond to any queries. Also an extra layer of glazing in the master bedroom to keep out the city noises during the night. Friendly neighbours in the building make it a very safe space too. I would gladly return!

Stunning Evans Bay - Waterfront Apartment
Fabulous Airbnb Gorgeous views, so close to shops bakery and restaurants. We loved our stay and really appreciated the amazingly stocked kitchen.
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Wellington
Total rentals
110 properties
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$30 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
11K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
60 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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50 properties have a dedicated workspace
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