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A modern building with large windows, a wooden fence, and a variety of plants.

A compact kitchen with built-in appliances, open shelving, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

A modern building with a reception area, a red section, and a sign indicating it's a lodge motel.

1. Ava Lodge

Petone, 2.2 km from Dowse Art Museum

Sarah

NT$2,667

NT$3,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

A motor lodge with a sign indicating vacancy.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of people on the shore.

2. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

Petone, 2.6 km from Dowse Art Museum

Eric

NT$2,787

NT$3,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A corridor with tiled walls and a carpeted floor, leading to a door at the end.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green EXIT sign, and a view of the street outside.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and a parking area visible in the background.

3. Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott, 1.6 km from Dowse Art Museum

Ross

NT$3,125

NT$3,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

A hotel hallway with a blue carpet, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, green armchairs, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 0.3 km from Dowse Art Museum

Moss

NT$2,657

NT$3,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Guest' sign, large windows, and a contemporary design.

A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, a receptionist, and a modern interior design.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A rooftop terrace with a wooden deck, a clock tower, and a mountain in the background.

5. Quest Petone

Petone, 2.6 km from Dowse Art Museum

Bridget

NT$2,300

NT$2,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A building with a covered entrance, a parking area with several cars, and a garden with pink and white flowers.

A hotel room with a black leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a white headboard.

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave, a stove, and a TV mounted above the counter.

6. Motel 22

0.6 km from Dowse Art Museum

Hirini

NT$2,746

NT$3,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a microwave. A staircase leads to a bedroom.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. ASURE Green Gables Motel

Boulcott, 1.4 km from Dowse Art Museum

Dave

NT$3,562

NT$4,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting.

A building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

A wooden boardwalk with picnic tables and a metal sculpture of a fish.

8. Foreshore Motor Lodge

Petone, 2.9 km from Dowse Art Museum

Kathryn

NT$2,579

NT$2,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A reception area with a sign for 'TOP 10 Holiday Parks Classic Wellington' and a building entrance.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a bed with pillows, a sofa, and a television.

A spacious lobby with a black leather sofa, a reception desk, a large flat-screen TV, and a wooden floor.

A modern living room with wooden walls, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

9. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

2.8 km from Dowse Art Museum

Trish

NT$1,814

NT$2,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar with multiple beer taps and a selection of liquor bottles in the background.

A lobby with a reception desk, green seating, a wooden bench, and a patterned carpet.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window with curtains.

10. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Hutt Central, 0.5 km from Dowse Art Museum

Ian

NT$2,327

NT$2,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A building entrance with a staircase leading to a second floor, a garage with a red car, and a sign indicating a car rental service.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A covered outdoor area with a tree, a brick wall, and a car parked in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a desk, and a window with curtains.

11. Champers Motor Inn

0.7 km from Dowse Art Museum

Tim

NT$1,814

NT$2,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A two-story building with a bay window, a porch, and a sign that reads "The House."

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A small, well-lit kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and cabinets. There is a window with sheer curtains and a vase with flowers on the windowsill.

A covered outdoor area with a fire hose sign, two wooden chairs, and a door with a number 11 sign.

12. Settlers Motor Lodge

Petone, 2.4 km from Dowse Art Museum

Sharron

NT$1,885

NT$2,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window.

A multi-story motel with a balcony on the second floor, a satellite dish, and a sign indicating a Sky Decoder room.

A street view with a row of buildings, a parked car, and a clear sky.

A covered outdoor area with a glass railing, stone pillars, and tables with chairs.

13. Avana Suites

Petone, 2.3 km from Dowse Art Museum

Nicola

NT$2,292

NT$2,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A row of white buildings with grey roofs, arranged in a street with a clear sky.

A building with a white facade and a tree in front.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a countertop with a trash bin.

A reception area with a red counter, a brick wall, a window with a view of the street, and a small bookshelf.

14. Midway Pacifica Lodge

Petone, 2.4 km from Dowse Art Museum

Merv

NT$1,798

NT$2,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A coastal view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses and a cruise ship in the distance.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the sea and hills.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a view of the ocean and houses.

A large cruise ship with multiple decks and a white hull, sailing near a coastline with rocky cliffs and a lighthouse in the background.

15. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

15.4 km from Dowse Art Museum

Kathy

NT$2,309

NT$2,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a large 'QUEST' sign on the wall.

A modern hallway with an elevator, a reception desk with a floral arrangement, and a digital display.

A modern living room with a coffee machine, a sofa, a side table, and a bookshelf.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall and carpeted floor.

16. Quest 256 Lambton

13.4 km from Dowse Art Museum

Karen

NT$2,395

NT$2,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and decorative elements.

A bathroom with a dark tiled wall, a round mirror, a sink, and a yellow shower curtain.

A hotel room with a NASA Gemini mural on the wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A building with a neon sign that reads "THE INTERCITY."

17. The Intrepid Hotel

14 km from Dowse Art Museum

Kelly

NT$2,525

NT$2,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A room with a sofa, a table with chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A row of modern buildings with balconies, a grassy courtyard, and a small table with chairs.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a couch, and a kitchenette.

18. Mana Motel

12.9 km from Dowse Art Museum

Adam

NT$1,900

NT$2,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A modern kitchen with a kettle, a black organizer with various items, and a yellow towel in a drawer.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a contact number, and the name 'Airport Stays' indicating a Wellington accommodation.

A modern hotel room with a compact kitchenette, a grey carpet, a wooden desk, and a grey chair.

19. Airport Stays

14.8 km from Dowse Art Museum

Kate

NT$3,295

NT$3,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern building with the name 'RYDGES' prominently displayed. It features multiple floors with large windows and a flat roof.

A modern interior with a large decorative wall, a wooden partition, and a seating area with chairs.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a martini glass.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a book and a plant, and a window with curtains.

20. Rydges Wellington Airport

15.2 km from Dowse Art Museum

Richard

NT$3,621

NT$4,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Dowse Art Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ava Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 407 reviews	View
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade	9.6 Exceptional 632 reviews	View
Boulcott Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 360 reviews	View
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt	9.0 Wonderful 190 reviews	View
Quest Petone	9.0 Wonderful 671 reviews	View

Top Dowse Art Museum Hotel Reviews

Quest Petone

8/10 Good

"The air con wasn't working properly but the friendly staff were quick to bring a heater. The bathroom fan was so noisy we had to use a torch to use the toilet in the night so that it didn't wake anyone else up."

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"Has no lift to upstairs. View over beach and Wellington Bay has magnificent. Walks along the beach were great to a Bohemian cafe in the surf club upstairs. Short 1 minute drive to main shopping street. Quiet and plenty of parking. Very modern clean and tidy."

Avana Suites

8/10 Good

" entry from road coming from north, confusing . went in wrong entrance way. took a long time to get hot water, otherwise good service."

Ava Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely spacious room with very comfy bed."

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and tidy. We got a refurbished room. It was nicely decorated and had all we needed. Reception staff were very nice and we got a nice hello from Mr Pickles the bird."

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"cheap and cheerful everything was great"

Foreshore Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hosts tidy clean and close to All amenities"

Camellia Court Motel

8/10 Good

"Everything was what we expected Thank you"

ASURE Green Gables Motel

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dowse Art Museum?

Dowse Art Museum is located in a welcoming area of Lower Hutt known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dowse Art Museum?

Adjacent to Dowse Art Museum, The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this apartment offers a restaurant and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices within a short distance include Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt and Champers Motor Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Dowse Art Museum?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dowse Art Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dowse Art Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Dowse Art Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dowse Art Museum?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Dowse Art Museum, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Dowse Art Museum?

Local parks like Belmont Regional Park, Fraser Park, and Matiu - Somes Island are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Petone Foreshore, Wellington City Walkways, and East Harbour Regional Park. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Queensgate Shopping Centre and Bolton Street Cemetery.

How can I get to Dowse Art Museum?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Dowse Art Museum is simple. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Lower Hutt Waterloo Interchange Station. You can take a ferry from the local port.

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Our top choices for Dowse Art Museum hotels

1. Ava Lodge

2. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

3. Boulcott Lodge

4. The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

5. Quest Petone

6. Motel 22

7. ASURE Green Gables Motel

8. Foreshore Motor Lodge

9. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

10. Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

11. Champers Motor Inn

12. Settlers Motor Lodge

13. Avana Suites

14. Midway Pacifica Lodge

15. Pacific View Bed and Breakfast

16. Quest 256 Lambton

17. The Intrepid Hotel

18. Mana Motel

19. Airport Stays

20. Rydges Wellington Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Dowse Art Museum

Top Dowse Art Museum Hotel Reviews

Quest Petone

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

Avana Suites

Ava Lodge

Carnmore Hotel Lower Hutt

Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park

Foreshore Motor Lodge

Camellia Court Motel

ASURE Green Gables Motel

Other attractions near Dowse Art Museum

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre

The Dowse

Queensgate Shopping Centre

Wellington City Walkways

City to Sea Bridge

Maori Treasures

Te Whiti Park

Frequently asked questions