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City Side Retreat
Light-filled, fully-appointed modern apartment living. On-site safe car parking. Bus stop (frequent services to city) plus small shopping centre 1 min walk at top of driveway. World famous Zealandia eco-sanctuary 1km. Cycleway outside connecting city, local supermarkets, cafes, swimming pool, etc. Small gym, 2 complementary e-bikes, (incl. helmets, bike locks), available all guests. Set within lovely bush surrounds we uniquely offer both quiet and retreat from our otherwise busy Capital City.

Cosy studio in city end Karori with sunny deck
This light-filled studio apartment is the perfect base for exploring Wellington. You’ll be 4-minute walk from the bus stop 10 min drive to the city / 13 min to the ferry 5 min drive to Zealandia. Your studio is below our family home with your own entrance from the street & large sunny deck. There’s plenty of free on-street parking and loads of delicious eats nearby. Includes fibre wifi, chrome cast TV, tea & coffee making facilities and mini fridge, shower ensuite and great karori views.

The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse is a unique, romantic place on the South Coast. Stunning views, opposite a swimming and dog beach plus rock pools, it’s great for walks. With a comfy double bed and steep stairs, it’s private and quiet - brilliant on a sunny day, cosy in a storm. There's a fantastic cafe around the corner; shops are 10 minutes’ walk away. The main Island Bay bus stop is nearby with regular buses. It's a 9 minute drive to the airport and 15 minutes to downtown Wellington. Small dogs on request.

Studio Seventy Four. Airbnb Host Award Winner 2021
Winner for Best Designed Stay New Zealand Airbnb Host Awards 2021. Private Artist Studio set on a ridge line overlooking Wellington with 360 degree views from the city to the south coast. The Architect and Artist owners have designed and crafted every detail using timber milled and sourced from the family farm. We have recently been interviewed by 'Never too Small' check it out ' Never too Small episode 41 Flexible Micro Loft - Studio 74' Please read 'other details to note' before booking.

Unwind in an urban oasis w/sauna & garden views
The Wellnest guesthouse is nestled in native bush. The tranquil home is an architectural take on a cabin in the woods. It’s your space to press pause. To rest, rejuvenate and recover. Thoughtfully designed, and styled throughout to help you relax and connect with views of nature. The home is a cosy 45sqm, can sleep up to 5 guests and comes with an infra-red barrel sauna to help you unwind. It’s conveniently located near the city centre, on the leafy hills that overlook Wellington city.
Hunter Bay Wellington South Coast Bach
Hunter Bay House is absolute stand alone beachfront at the southern most tip of Wellington. 25 minutes from the CBD it's positioned at the foot of rural land overlooking wild Cook Strait with uninterrupted sea views across to the snowy South Island mountain ranges. •Generator electricity only May June July •Please be aware there are two dummy security devices on the outside entry points • Guests preferred who have prior acceptable feedback •Access is by 4wd or All wheel drive

Super comfy bed, 8 mins to CBD, free parking
Our brand new studio apartment is a private, light and peaceful retreat only a few minutes drive or bus ride from Wellington City. Sit in the sun reading a book, kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space, enjoy the sound of native birds. Unlimited Free high-speed Wifi. Perfect for a professional or couple in the Capital for business or pleasure. Sunny, quiet and warm with triple glazed windows. Sink into the cosy queen size bed, snuggle down and relax.

The Hidden Gem | tranquility close to town
The entire apartment is for guest use only. This is a very sunny space in Wellington's premier suburb - Karori. You can enjoy the relaxing sound of a flowing stream and tranquil bush setting surrounded by mountain bike park and walks yet just 15 minutes from the heart of the city. This apartment is separated from the main house, so you will have a complete autonomy. Bus service is very convenient and frequent and there is off-street parking available as well :)

Tui House
A perfect spot to stay for bush-walkers and mountain bikers or for sport or music fans in Wellington for a game or a concert. You’ll see tui and kereru and hear ruru at night. Otari Wilton Bush is over the road, Zealandia 2km away, and it’s a 10-min drive to Makara Peak. You've got a dedicated off road car park and you're 30 metres from a bus that runs at least every 30 minutes every day. You can cook, do laundry, and iron if you want to.

Gorgeous Lavender Apartment is well worth a visit
The Apartment is fully self-contained and there is a lockbox for independent access if required. Detailed cleaning and disinfecting process observed. Your own private, quiet, spacious, warm, and sunny apartment.Generous provisions provided: bread, butter, jams, yogurt, milk, biscuits, fresh fruit, chocolate, tea coffee, and muesli. Free parking at the door. Full laundry facilities. Family-friendly.

Marsden Village Townhouse Karori
Nestled within Marsden Village at the city end of Karori, this townhouse has everything you would like for a treat weekend away or holiday stay in Wellington city. Guests are very welcome to make themselves at home. The CBD is approximately 10 minutes away by car. There is a bus stop at the end of the drive with a very convenient timetable. Buses run from very early in the morning until late at night.

Hillside Studio
Welcome to our cosy hillside haven nestled on Wrights Hill. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space located just 10 minutes drive from the CBD and a few minutes walk from a bus stop. Nestled in close proximity to Zealandia, you will likely see Tui, Kereru and even the odd Kaka during your stay. The studio is located down a quiet cul-de-sac with off-street parking and easy access.
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When is the best time to visit Karori?
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| Avg. price | £56 | £58 | £56 | £59 | £53 | £53 | £48 | £46 | £48 | £50 | £51 | £56 |
| Avg. temp | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 15°C | 13°C | 11°C | 10°C | 10°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 17°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Karori stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Wellington Botanic Garden
- Wellington Cable Car
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- The Lighthouse
- Otari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden
- Sky Stadium
- Wellington Waterfront
- Zealandia
- Staglands Wildlife Reserve
- The Weta Cave
- Wellington Museum
- City Gallery Wellington
- Queen Elizabeth Park
- Cape Palliser Lighthouse
- Cable Car Museum
- Space Place at Carter Observatory





