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Places to stay

The Island has a range of accommodation available for bookings, including a conference centre at the Caretaker's Cottage.


Overlooking Matiu/Somes camping area. Photo: Matt Barnett.

Matiu/Somes Island campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Poneke area.

Education House. Photo: Jo Greenman.

Education House: Matiu/Somes Island

This is a 3 bedroom brick house that sleeps ten that is ideal for family or group accommodation in the Poneke Area.

Forest and Bird House. Photo: Jo Greenman.

Forest and Bird House: Matiu/Somes Island

This is a 3 bedroom brick house that sleeps eight that is ideal for family or group accommodation in the Poneke Area.

Caretakers Cottage. Photo: Jo Greenman.

Caretakers Cottage conference centre: Matiu/Somes Island

This is a basic conference type facility for up to 30 people in the Poneke Area.

 
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Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Port Nicholson Block (Taranaki Whânui ki Te Upoko o Te Ika) Claims Settlement Act 2009

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Wellington Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 4 384 7770
Address:   18 Manners Street
Wellington
Email:   wellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz
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