Carterton accommodation from NZ$159

The Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa is situated 25 kilometres away from the middle of Carterton. Another hotel is the Peppers Parehua, Martinborough, which can be found 25 kilometres away. Two more accommodation options worth looking into include the Copthorne Resort Solway Park and the Summit Lodge.

If you have time left, you might like to see more of Wellington. Wellington is known for beaches, as well as commonly visited Wellington tourist sights like the fortresses, churches and cathedrals. Common things to do in this part of New Zealand include snowboarding, skiing and cross-country skiing.

Looking for more things to do? Spend the day enjoying the Queen Elizabeth Park, Aratoi and Shear Discovery, which you'll find in Masterton, 14 kilometres to the east of Carterton. The Asure Masterton Motor Lodge and Gateway Motor Inn Boutique Hotel are some of the great long and short-stay options in Masterton. 25 kilometres to the south of Carterton, you'll also find Martinborough, which is home to the Martinborough Hotel and Aylstone Boutique Retreat. If you're staying in Martinborough, be sure to explore the Martinborough Vineyard, Palliser Estate and Ata Rangi Vineyard.

If watching sport gives you an adrenaline buzz, take the time to visit Newtown Park, which is 70 kilometres to the southwest of Carterton. For travellers who are keen on booking accommodation nearby, make a reservation at the Airport Motor Lodge or the Quest on the Terrace.

Wellington International Airport is the nearest preferred airport for flying into and leaving Carterton and is 70 kilometres drive from the city centre. If you plan to stay nearby, try the Airport Motor Lodge or the Edgewater Lodge.