I stayed there late October. Booked three rooms on points and all three were upgraded to premium rooms. Also received drink vouchers for everyone in our party. Rooms were very comfortable and with good view of the harbor.

We only stayed one night and definitely wish we had a little bit longer, but can’t comment on if three nights would be too long.

You can take the ferry to Picton and fly back and enjoy the view both ways.

I found Wellington quite charming prepandemic,

I was herded through the sights with the whip cracking the cruise ship sheep but i wouldn't mind spending a couple days to relax and enjoy Cuba Street
NZ has many interesting places and Wellington could be a good base to start exploring from
https://www.atlasobscura.com/things-...zealand/places

Stayed here last week for two nights on a point stay. Room was perfectly fine. I was told I got upgraded slightly, but couldn't really tell. I self parked instead of using valet and fair warning that is one of the tightest car parks I've ever seen. If you can get in on points it's a good central location for downtown activities.