This car park is convenient if you’ve got a ferry the next day as it’s only about a 15-20 minute drive away from the port.

I wouldn’t stay here more than one night though. We didn’t get the best of sleep because of how cold it was but we didn’t find it that noisy compared to what others have said. It does seem like a rat race to get to the car park because there aren’t that many spaces. We arrived at 3.30pm on a Sunday in November and managed to nab the very last spot at the end tucked behind a massive motorhome. It looked like it wasn’t a spot but upon closer inspection, you could see the faded white line across the yellow line (we were a bit concerned at first about parking here as we had heard how strict they are with fines but had no issues because it is a parking spot albeit not well marked). We could only park in this space because we’re a small campervan so it does seem like the car park would be better suited to campervans only as the spaces aren’t that big. The toilets are in the car park which is great but there are only 2 of them and you can tell they’re regularly used by those in the car park and the public because they’re not the cleanest. Overall, it’s ok for one night, it’s free and we felt pretty safe.

Reviewed 23 days ago

Nicht besonders hübsch aber zentral.

Als wir ankamen waren schon alle Plätze belegt und wir sind weiter gefahren

Reviewed about 1 month ago

Plus points for the handy location and size.

However the significant number of spaces fill up very quickly. We got one of the last spots about 5.30pm although this was during kids holidays. There’s a bin and two toilets. Toilets always very busy but were clean. Long walking distance from Wellington CBD but not impossible to do. Not very close to any shops in walking distance so stock up before you get there. Lots of vehicles leaving early hours of the morning and also bright lights from streets lights. Decent enough if you just need a stop over before the ferry to South Island. Also lots of parking spaces along the road if it’s full.

Reviewed 2 months ago

In Wellington gibt es nicht sonderlich viele Möglichkeit zu campen.

Die Stadt hat mit dem Platz in der Marina jedoch einen guten Rückzugsort für Camper geschaffen.

Besonders hervorzuheben ist, dass man, wenn der Parkplatz voll ist, auf öffentlichen Straßenland (solange dies beispielsweise durch zeitliche Begrenzungen nicht untersagt ist) stehen kann. Das konnten wir selber nicht glauben und haben uns telefonisch noch mal bei der Stadtverwaltung rückversichert und diese haben das bestätigt.

Reviewed 7 months ago

Well located car park, about 5km from city centre Clean flushing toilets and dump station at the other end of the car park.

Limited spaces from late afternoon onwards.

Reviewed 9 months ago

Parking slots near the habour for at least 20 vehicles, bit noisy due to the road and airport near by, but best free location to explore Mt Victoria and Wellington City.

6 clean public toilets in the area plus dump station, no shower

Reviewed 9 months ago

This car park is convenient if you’ve got a ferry the next day as it’s only about a 15-20 minute drive away from the port.

I wouldn’t stay here more than one night though. We didn’t get the best of sleep because of how cold it was but we didn’t find it that noisy compared to what others have said. It does seem like a rat race to get to the car park because there aren’t that many spaces. We arrived at 3.30pm on a Sunday in November and managed to nab the very last spot at the end tucked behind a massive motorhome. It looked like it wasn’t a spot but upon closer inspection, you could see the faded white line across the yellow line (we were a bit concerned at first about parking here as we had heard how strict they are with fines but had no issues because it is a parking spot albeit not well marked). We could only park in this space because we’re a small campervan so it does seem like the car park would be better suited to campervans only as the spaces aren’t that big. The toilets are in the car park which is great but there are only 2 of them and you can tell they’re regularly used by those in the car park and the public because they’re not the cleanest. Overall, it’s ok for one night, it’s free and we felt pretty safe.

Reviewed 23 days ago

Although freedom camping is mostly permitted in on street parking in Wellington it feels more secure to be with other campers.

It's a bit of a walk to the centre of town from here though! Was full when I arrived at 6pm but I was able to street park and move when it freed up in the morning. It's laid out like a normal carpark so campers are pretty jammed in. Very windy!

Reviewed about 1 month ago

Plus points for the handy location and size.

However the significant number of spaces fill up very quickly. We got one of the last spots about 5.30pm although this was during kids holidays. There’s a bin and two toilets. Toilets always very busy but were clean. Long walking distance from Wellington CBD but not impossible to do. Not very close to any shops in walking distance so stock up before you get there. Lots of vehicles leaving early hours of the morning and also bright lights from streets lights. Decent enough if you just need a stop over before the ferry to South Island. Also lots of parking spaces along the road if it’s full.

Reviewed 2 months ago

In Wellington gibt es nicht sonderlich viele Möglichkeit zu campen.

Die Stadt hat mit dem Platz in der Marina jedoch einen guten Rückzugsort für Camper geschaffen.

Besonders hervorzuheben ist, dass man, wenn der Parkplatz voll ist, auf öffentlichen Straßenland (solange dies beispielsweise durch zeitliche Begrenzungen nicht untersagt ist) stehen kann. Das konnten wir selber nicht glauben und haben uns telefonisch noch mal bei der Stadtverwaltung rückversichert und diese haben das bestätigt.

Reviewed 7 months ago

Well located car park, about 5km from city centre Clean flushing toilets and dump station at the other end of the car park.

Limited spaces from late afternoon onwards.

Reviewed 9 months ago

Parking slots near the habour for at least 20 vehicles, bit noisy due to the road and airport near by, but best free location to explore Mt Victoria and Wellington City.

6 clean public toilets in the area plus dump station, no shower

Reviewed 9 months ago

Arrived Saturday about 5pm all spaces taken.

Parked on the road instead as did many other late comers. No issues and handy for restaurants and the ferry

Reviewed 10 months ago

Amazing location by the water especially in a capital city.

Almost an hour walk from the city but also the beautiful seafront. Fresh water and grey water disposal available. Toilets pretty good for freedom camping.

Reviewed 10 months ago

We got the last spot at 6pm after arriving by ferry, but the next night there were open spots all night.

Bathrooms and trash cans. Felt safe and very convenient -- easy bus into town (or a long but pretty walk). Patrolled daily to check for Self Contained stickers.

Reviewed 12 months ago

Great spot to stay before catching an early ferry.

Ultimately just a car park and very full, but has public toilets, dump station, quiet overnight.

Reviewed about 1 year ago

Carpark with plenty other campervans around so felt safe.

But out of town but easily accessible by bus. Toilets in car park which were semi clean. Lovely view of marina.

Reviewed over 1 year ago

A great place to overnight in Wellington.

Got the last spot as it is a very popular place to stay. Public toilets a very short distance away. Nice view over the marina. A very convenient location.

Reviewed over 1 year ago and experienced in May 2023

The car park was almost full in June so get there early if you want to be guaranteed a spot.

Toilets are clean but there can be a lineup. Can be a bit noisy with cars driving down the street

Reviewed over 1 year ago

All good spot!

Really close to the airport if you have an early flight or are going somewhere for just a few days. Left my van here whilst in Auckland for a day - felt very safe as lots of other campers around and came back to an untouched van! Didn’t have my self containment card displayed in my windshield and the rangers left a note telling me to move on instead of fining me (which was nice) so remember to display your card! Your self contained sticker on the back will not suffice!!

Reviewed over 1 year ago

Nice to have somewhere so close to the City.

Lots of spaces but they fill up fast. Really frustrated as we woke up to a ticket stating we are not self contained certified when we have all the correct paperwork and the sticker on full display… no one else around seemed to have tickets.

Reviewed over 1 year ago