Planning your trip
KiwiCAM officially kicks off on the Thursday the 5th of December.
KiwiCAM will be held at Victoria University of Wellington's Kelburn Campus, in the Alan MacDiarmid building.
Where to Stay
Victoria House: We have arranged a deal with one of student halls: Victoria House. Students can contact Victoria House directly at: admin@vichouse.co.nz. The rates are $85/night which includes breakfast in the morning.
West Plaza Hotel: This hotel is quiet and centrally located. It is within walking distance to the university and has easy access to public transport. This is a nice option for people who will want to check out the waterfront or Te Papa. https://www.westplaza.co.nz/
Naumi Hotel: This hotel is conveniently located within the central city and is a short bus ride from the university. It’s a great choice for those looking for a slightly eclectic hotel. There are some affordable deals available for our conference dates, so it’s worth looking at this hotel if you are booking accommodation far in advance. https://naumihotels.com/naumi-hotel-wellington/
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor: This option is located about a 10 minute walk from the university. They have easy access to different areas of the city, including Lambton Quay which is a popular shopping area. https://www.grandchancellorhotels.com/james-cook-hotel-grand-chancellor
Ibis Wellington: This hotel is a short distance from the university, and is also well situated for visitors that want to explore the central city. https://all.accor.com/hotel/3049/index.en.shtml
Travelodge Hotel Wellington: This hotel is located a bit further from the city center but is easily accessible to the university by bus. It offers affordable rates and has well-reviewed amenities. https://travelodge.com.au/book-accommodation/wellington/hotel-wellington/
Trek Global Backpackers: This hostel is an excellent option for a tighter budget. They are very central and a short walk to the university campus. https://trekglobalbackpackers.nz/
Feel free to check out this Google Maps template to see some of the accommodation options, event locations, and suggestions for places to visit in Wellington: https://tinyurl.com/2sn5nenc. We will be updating the Maps over the next few weeks to have more information.
Getting To Wellington
Intercity Bus
Intercity buses travel from most large towns in the North Island and arrive in Wellington Station. (https://www.intercity.co.nz/north-island-buses/bus-to-wellington)
AirNZ
If you fly into Wellington there is an Airport Express bus that runs every 10-20 minutes from the airport through the centre of town to Wellington Station.
Getting Around Wellington
Buses are the best way to get around Wellington. They run frequently and are inexpensive. Visit this link to plan your trips: https://www.metlink.org.nz/
We recommend getting a snapper card if you're planning to use the buses often https://www.snapper.co.nz/