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About Wellington
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and home to the seat of Parliament. This vibrant and dynamic city offers a wealth of dining, entertainment and cultural attractions to suit any taste or budget. Being the first place that the European settlers arrived, it also boasts lots of historic streets and buildings. The Wellington region stretches from the Kapiti Coast, through Porirua and into Wellington City and then back north through the Hutt Valley and over the Rimutakas to Wairarapa.
Wellington has the second largest gay & lesbian population in New Zealand. The gay scene here blends in with the arts, restaurants and theatre community making the city truely cosmopolitan. There is not a gaybourhood as such, there is not even that many exclusively gay venues, but the city on a whole is very tolerant and open minded, so most places are gay-friendly. The hotels are all gay-friendly, with 2 which exclusively cater for either gay men or lesbians. The few gay venues there are, we’ve listed, along with a few gay-friendly ones. The restaurants, except one, are not listed as gay-friendly, but you should not encounter problems dining here.
Wellington Hotels
Koromiko Homestay
A warm friendly homestay exclusively for gay men and friends.Stay in an ‘architectural curiosity’ – with stunning harbour views.The hosts welcome you here like you are their extended family.BB option. Evening meals – $25 per person – includes wine.
11 Koromiko RoadHighbury
Tel No: +64 4 938 6539
Duxton Hotel
This 5-star is in the heart of the Harbour Capital of New Zealand.Gay-friendly Duxton is a deluxe modern hotel close to everything.The Grill Restaurant has won many awards for its cuisine service.The facilities include a Restaurant Bar Fitness Centre.
170 Wakefield StTel No: +64 4 473 3900
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Wellington’s iconic 4 star hotel located in the heart of the city.Gay-friendly. Modern comfortabe rooms with harbour city views.Sojourn Cafe Bar Whitby’s Restaurant Bar offer excellent cuisine.Facilities: Fitness Centre Spa Wellness Centre Massage.
147 The TerraceTel No: +64 4 499 9500
Museum Hotel
Aclassy 4-star Boutique Hotel in the heart of Wellington. Gay-friendly with 161 elegant rooms spacious studios suites. Has award winning restaurants and bars in luxury surroundings. Facilities include: Sauna, Gym, Spa, Jacuzzi and an Indoor Pool.
90 Cable StreetTel No: +64 4 802 8900
Villa Melina
Gay-friendly Villa Melina is in Seatoun a peaceful historic village.Only steps from the seaside a few km from Wellington’s CBD.A homely boutique BB. Each room has private bathroom deck.Facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool and a sauna.
89-91 Ludlam StSeatoun
Tel No: +64 4 972 1205
The Mermaid
The Mermaid is a self-catering Guesthouse exclusively for women.Turn-of-the-century character building in Wellington’s Aro Valley.Rooms border on glamorous consequently are lovely to be in.The kitchen is fully facilitated for use at breakfast lunch or dinner.
1 Epuni StreetAro Valley
Tel No: +64 4 384 4511
Wellington Bars / Club
Our Bar
Wellington finally has a great new gay venue.Laid back atmosphere – all welcome girls boys families.Full brunch menu at weekends. Dinner/Snack Menus daily.Open daily – Mon to Fri 3pm ’til late. Weekends 9am ’til late.
201 Cuba StreetTel No: +64 4 802 4405
The Jet Bar
The Jet Bar is at the centre of Wellington’s night life party scene.Gay-friendly and offering the best in music drinks and crowds.Keeping the party going all night long has 3 separate bar areas.Great DJ’s both downstairs upstairs on Friday Saturday nights.
36 Courtenay PlaceTel No: +64 4 803 3324
Scotty & Mal’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge
S M’s is an intimate Gay Cocktail Bar for the LGBT crowd.This straight-friendly place is split over two-levels.Coffees Cocktails Themed Evenings Pool Tables Karaoke.Tues to Thurs Sun 5pm-late and Friday Saturday 5pm-3am.
176 Cuba StreetTel No: +64 4 802 5335
Lotus Room
Lotus Room – is unlike any other Wellington Bar.With a dance floor outside area and 2 bars it is the place to be.Music is House Electro – DJ Mantis has ability to raise the roof!It’s a great venue very busy and well worth a visit.
24 Courtenay PlaceTel No: +64 4 384 4405
The Kapito Cafe
The Kapito Cafe is a friendly place for gays and lesbians.Fully licenced and often has light entertainment.Meet for a chat a coffee a meal or a glass of wine.Mon-Thur 7am-7pm Fri 7am-9pm Sat 9am-7pm Sun 9am-6pm.
76 Willis StreetTel No: +64 4 472 1006
Sandwiches Nightclub
Sandwiches was voted the Top Nightclub in New Zealand 2006.Live Music Local Talent and the Best DJ’s on the Planet.This is Wellington’s Premiere Entertainment Venue.Open Tuesday to Saturday from 4pm until late.
8 Kent TerraceTel No: +64 4 385 7698
Wellington Restaurants
Hippopotamus Restaurant
When in Wellington you must visit the famous Hippopotamus.Located within the stunning Museum Hotel.Serving fantastic French influenced cuisine.The cuisine is enhanced by a carefully selected wine list.
90 Cable StreetWellington
Tel No: +64 4 802 8900
Logan Brown
Logan Brown is in a beautifully restored 1920′s banking chamber.Offering an A La Carte or Bistro Menu using New Zealand produce.The food is generous full flavoured and innovative.Check out their extensive list of local and imported wines.
192 Cuba StreetTel No: +64 4 801 5114
Crazy Horse Steak House
Crazy Horse is Wellington’s finest Steak House.Serving grain fed aged beef from Wellington’s oldest butchery.And fish from Wellington’s oldest fishmonger.Lunch Fridays noon ’til 3pm Dinner Daily from 6pm – late.
129 Willis StreetTel No: +64 4 801 5152
Dockside Restaurant and Bar
Dockside Restaurant Bar is in the heart of Queen’s Wharf.Housed in a historic waterfront shed with views from all four sides.A maritime theme serving mainly seafood with NZ finest produce.Mon – Fri 12noon – late Sat 11am – late Sunday 10.30am – late.
Queen's WharfTel No: +64 4 499 9900
The Ambeli
The Ambeli is one of Wellington’s best known restaurants.It’s a gay-friendly Italian and Greek style taverna.The menu embraces the colours flavours of the Mediterranean.This place looks expensive but it’s very reasonably priced.
18 Majoribanks StMount Victoria
Tel No: +64 4 385 7577
Chameleon
Chameleon – award winning contemporary New Zealand cuisine.The Chef has worked in some of the top hotels in the World.An combination of training knowledge Molecular Gastronomy. Located within the luxurious 5 star InterContinental Hotel.
InterContinentalGrey Street
Tel No: +64 4 495 7841
Wellington Arts, Culture and Leisure
Scooter & Bike Hire
Explore the fantastic sights of Wellington and surrounding areas.A fun way to get to tourist sights remote beaches and parks.Great day out. You will need a UK Driving Licence or equivalent.Check the website for more information and prices.
70 Abel Smith StreetTel No: +64 4 384 7679
Wellington Park & Forest Walks
Wellington is home to unique natural regional parks forests.All within an hour’s drive of the city. Check the website.Walk run ride or relax in some of the most spectacular settings.Parks forests are open daily from 8am until dusk or times stated.
Wellington AreaTel No: +64 4 384 5708
The Wellington Comedy Club
The Wellington Comedy Club is a great comedy venue.Nights of knee slapping gut busting tear induced laughter.This is the Capital’s longest running Comedy Club.Check the website for events times and ticket prices.
171 Cuba StreetTel No: +64 4 801 6796
Wellington Cable Car
One of Wellington’s oldest and most popular tourist attractions.Leaving from Lambton Quay the cars run every 10 minutes.The Cable Car Museum is near to the upper terminus at the end.Mon-Fri 7am-10pm Sat Sun 9am-10pm. $3 One Way $5 Return.
Cable Car Lane280 Lambton Quay
Tel No: +64 4 472 2199
Wellington’s Pride Week
Wellington’s Gay Lesbian Pride Week. This year’s has already taken place. Many different events and parties are held throughout the week. Check the website for 2011′s dates – which are not yet released.
WellingtonWellington Zoo
Wellington Zoo is New Zealands first Zoo established in 1906.The Zoo is home to more than 500 animals (over 100 species).Close Encounters available – see website for details.Open daily 9.30am-5pm. (Closed Xmas Day) $18 Admission.
200 Daniell StreetNewtown
Tel No: +64 4 803 0777
Wellington Adult Entertainment
Checkmate Gay Sauna
Checkmate is a Gay Men’s Sauna. Sauna, Spa, Pool, Steam Room, TV Lounge with Pool Table. Cruising Areas and Private Booths. Sun – Thurs noon-2am. Fri and Sat noon ’til 6am.
20 Garrett StreetTel No: +64 4 385 6556
Club Wakefield
This is a Gay Men’s Sauna, Gym, Cruise Club and Bar. Sauna, Steam Room, Spa and Snacks available. Bunk and Private Rooms, Porn, Cruising, Maze. Open noon ’til late. Even later Fri Sat. Discounts after midnight.
15 Tory StreetTel No: +64 4 385 4400