A visit to an island — no matter how big or small — should feature on any good travel itinerary. Make your vacation complete by heading to Matiu - Somes Island and spending some time by the water.

Lots of visitors to Greater Wellington often have this water-surrounded land mass on their schedule. But Matiu - Somes Island is just one of many places worth checking out around these parts. If you've got time on your side, Te Papa will keep you occupied.

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Quest 256 Lambton

Wellington CBD

$1,484

per person

Jan 18 - Jan 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Seattle (SEA) to Wellington (WLG)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (595 reviews)

Great check in. Nice room. Great location.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Rydges Wellington

Pipitea

$1,578

per person

Jan 18 - Jan 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Seattle (SEA) to Wellington (WLG)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rongotai

$1,556

per person

Jan 18 - Jan 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Seattle (SEA) to Wellington (WLG)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)

Nice stay. Lights were back to front, on was off and off was on. Fridge ended up turning off during the night so woke up to warm drinks. Otherwise friendly staff, good location if flying by plane. Would still recommend.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Matiu - Somes Island

Tours & day trips

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Evening in New Orleans: Small Group Live Jazz Music Walking Tour

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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PRIVATE Full Day Lord of the Rings and Weta including keepsake

Free cancellation available

Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Free cancellation available

Wildlife & nature

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Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Free cancellation available

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