Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Wellington City

Our son daughter-in-law and grandson loved the home from home experience. Great for location being near our daughter and shops in Newtown. We are keeping our fingers crossed that it will be available for our next NZ visit probably 2027. We will use it for ourselves as it was so much better than the place we stayed in. All the facilities we needed. Big enough for the family to get together and enjoy a family meal. The garden was a bonus. Just keep doing what you are doing.

Really lucky we chose this house, quite nice and private. We spent whole day in the house as the rainy weather. Kids quite enjoyed. Highly recommend.

We had a great stay here. The house is lovely and has great views over the water. We had our own car and access to all parts of Wellington was easy. We’re quite a bit fitter for the walk up the stairs each day, but the cable car access is great also.

This was our first time using AirBnB and we weren't disappointed. This townhouse was as big as a house and in a safe, quiet neighbourhood with spectacular views of the bay. We loved that it was a short drive to everywhere we went, from the city (15 minutes) to the local cafes and supermarket (5 minutes) to Queenstown shopping centre (also 15 minutes away). The heating worked very well and the kitchen was well stocked! Only thing to note is the garage is fairly small (most people in Wellington drive smaller cars) so something to consider if hiring a bigger car. We were able to park our compact SUV in the garage but had to park it outside when we did laundry. A bigger SUV like a Rav 4 wouldn't have fit however you can park directly outside the property if need be. This property definitely felt like home and we wouldn't hesitate to stay again!

Would definitely stay again, met all our needs, lovely clean place, quick response from Megan, great location just around the corner from great coffee and outlet store!

My husband and I loved this place! Hands down the best Airbnb we have ever stayed in and that is saying a lot. We took the bus to go downtown which was easy and inexpensive. We walked in the native gardens right next to the property. We walked to the grocery. Even though we had a car we never needed it. The porch was our favorite place and we sat and watched the birds. So peaceful and seemed worlds away from the city. Highly recommend this beautiful home and grounds.

We like a real home that is spacious yet cosy and family would feel right at home visiting. Easy to use kitchen and bathroom. A quiet and lovely retreat in the middle of Petone centre, close to Restaurants, cafes, pubs and interesting shops in one direction and the sea in the other. Easy access to bush, sea and river in all directions. Just great.

A great spot to call home for a couple of days. Our kids loved the toys and especially the tutus!

its was a beautiful spot great views, perfect to get to the airport the next day, definitely not walking distance to restaurants or shops. Great spot for walking. It was clean & good price.

Perfect for the weekend, cosy and peaceful, great views, walkable and easy access to the city and waterfront. Great hosts, responsive and provided flexibility with my requests. Thank you 😊

I highly recommend this place! It is in close proximity to Island Bay's great bus service, cafes, restaurants, shops and fabulous coast. The place is spacious, comfortable and secure, and the hosts are friendly and helpful, without being intrusive. Lovely to get the morning sun and have access to a delightful courtyard.

What a wonderful place! Amazing location, fantastic facilities and super cozy sofa!! We had a great time in Wellington and Jenny’s place was at the heart of it! She gave us some really great recommendations of places to visit, super friendly host. Will absolutely be back! :)

"Absolutely loved my stay here! Although I'd picked the wrong time to visit wellington :( This place was the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle - the sea views were simply stunning! The cozy studio room was just what i needed to unwind. Big shoutout to Jennifer, our host, who was super responsive and made everything seamless. The whole vibe was super relaxing, exactly what i was looking for. Highly recommend!"

We had a fantastic stay at Gile's place in Wellington. Everything was perfectly clean and well provisioned. The location is super, walkable to all shopping, restaurants, and attractions. Gile is very responsive and a true gem of a host. Do not hesitate to book this place, it is an Airbnb 5+ stay!

Such a beautiful private space right in the city centre. Excellent information and communication from Tracy. Can’t wait to book again

Had a lovely stay! Such a cute wee unit for a weekend away in Wellington. The instructions sent were super clear. The roads are quite narrow and the location does confuse Uber drivers. I just ended up popping the pick up location at the bottom of the hill but on the way home mentioned there's room to turn around at the top and it worked out fine. Only two minor things worth noting. If you like a firm pillow, bring one with you. Everyone has their own preferences on pillows - they were personally too soft for me but I made it work. Just keep in mind if you're fussy like me with pillows! The wifi does get a bit spotty. Certain areas drop out but you can move around and it comes right back - just keep in mind if working from the Airbnb. Otherwise thank you so much for letting me use your space for the weekend. Would absolutely stay again!

Mike & Ruth are lovely hosts, very helpful + kind in accommodating our schedule. Little Havana is a unique, funky apartment in one of Wellington's impressive historical buildings, right in the heart of Cuba Street. Our Uber driver dropped us on the Cnr of Dixon & Cuba and it's a short walk up the pedestrian mall. The instructions for access are detailed with pictures, which makes for a very secure complex. Big wooden doors open into entryway; choose the cute little lift or walk up the large, wide stairwell. The destination floor is a creatively designed indoor/outdoor space that makes you feel you're in a little street. Opening the pink door to the apartment the first thing we noticed was the light from the big windows and skylights. Beautifully styled with colour and crafted art. Very generously provisioned with pantry, fridge, bathroom supplies, quality eco products & thoughtful extras. We're looking forward to staying there again.

Maria’s place was beautiful, super clean and cosy. Had all you need. Exactly like the photos. Our stay was very last minute as well as our extension but Maria accommodated us so well and took some stress off our shoulders. Thank you Maria! Hopefully we’ll be able to stay again soon 🥰

Perfect apartment to stay at in Wellington. Everything was as per the booking description etc.

Grace’s apartment is extremely well located for a short visit to Wellington, minutes to Lambton Quay and all the transport options and shopping available there. Considering it is located in the CBD the traffic and city noise is not intrusive , even with the bedroom window open. Lovely selection of tea and coffee available, good cooking facilities should you want to self cater.

It was a perfect one night stay in the area we wanted to be in. Wei was very responsive to messages.

Fantastic location! Walkable to Cuba Street and Courtenay Place. The place itself was very clean and homely. We would highly recommend staying here!

We had a fantastic stay at this apartment on Alpha Street. It’s located in a quiet, convenient neighborhood with easy access to public transport, local cafes, and just a short trip to the city centre. The apartment was clean, modern, and well-equipped with everything we needed — from kitchen essentials to laundry facilities. The bed was comfortable, and the overall space felt warm and welcoming, making it a perfect home base during our time in Wellington. Communication with the host was smooth and professional, and check-in was hassle-free. It’s a great option for anyone looking for a comfortable and peaceful place to stay while exploring the capital. Highly recommended — we’d happily stay here again!

Thank you Stephanie & Jason for a most wonderful stay at your accommodation. It was cosy and I felt safe, loved the coffee machine with pods - so good. The amenities & location were excellent and will definitely book again in the near future. Thank you once again. Albie 😃