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Wellington is the seat of Government and the location of many head offices and international organisations. The city boasts one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, with a backdrop of high rise buildings. Nestled beneath the rolling hills, the Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay is located on Wellington’s premier street address of Oriental Parade, and many of the rooms overlook Wellington's spectacular inner harbour. The hotel is only a 10 minute walk from the city's shopping, commercial and entertainment centre and easy walking distance to Te Papa National Museum, Live Theatre in Courtney Place and many of the city’s finest restaurants and bars. 0.6 kms E - Te Papa Museum 1 kms SE - Wellington Convention Centre 3 kms S - Wellington Zoo 4 kms NE - Botanical Gardens & Cable Car 10 kms NW - Karori WildLife Sanctuary By Car - The motor way flows into Wellington city and is well sign posted for directions to Oriental Bay. Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay is a prominent building at the start of Oriental Parade approaching from the North. Noteable landmarks are the Te Papa Muesem and waterfront. By Rail - Wellington Rail Station is 1.5km from the Hotel, both metro trains and national lines arrive and depart from here. This is also the Bus Station for intercity passengers. A taxi from the train station costs $10 - $15. By Air - Wellington Airport has many domestic flights daily, from all the major carriers in New Zealand. The Airport is 8 kms from the hotel. There is a taxi stand immediately at the front entrance of the Terminal. Alternatively street maps available at Airport Visitor Information Centre should you be driving. All major Rental Car Companies have a service from the airport. Taxi from the Airport costs $25 - $30. By Sea - The Interisland Line has daily sailing between the North & South Island. The ferries are rail, car and passenger carriers. The South Island port is Picton and Wellington is the North Island port. Easy drive from the ferry terminal to the hotel and the route is well sign posted. Taxi cost $25-$30. What’s going on in the region? Click the logo to view the local attractions & activities! The perfect gift - purchase a Millennium Hotels & Resorts New Zealand voucher! Visit www.awaytogo.co.nz. |
