Porirua

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Porirua

#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast

Plimmerton

Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or The Cricket Museum while you're exploring the area.

Plimmerton
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Titahi Bay

When in Titahi Bay, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Titahi Bay
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Pukerua Bay

Travelers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Pukerua Bay
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Porirua City Centre

While Porirua City Centre isn't home to many top sights, Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Porirua City Centre
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Whitby

While Whitby might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

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Paremata

Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Paremata
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is AED 359 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 359
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (408 reviews)
"As with last time we stayed, we enjoyed our time at Amethyst Court and would happily stay there again."

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Moana Lodge - Hostel
Moana Lodge - Hostel
2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is AED 194 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 194
AED 224 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this hostel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
"I loved the outside dining area and the inside dining area. Everything is within walking distance."

Reviewed on 8 March 2025

Moana Lodge - Hostel
Mana Motel
Mana Motel
2 out of 5
41 Mana Esplanade, Porirua, Wellington
The price is AED 262 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
AED 262
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
"Good bed and shower, trains always going to be a issue being so close but good value nice staff"

Reviewed on 4 March 2025

Mana Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Plimmerton
Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
Lovely gem of a place
"Beautiful little Bach. Great location, peaceful with lovely outdoor space and fabulous views over Plimmerton bay. Super clean, very nicely decorated with everything you need for a few days away including a very comfy bed. Can’t recommend Aspen Cottage highly enough!"

Reviewed on 12 March 2025

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Absolute Beachfront Kiwi Bach
Absolute Beachfront Kiwi Bach
Porirua
Stay at this vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Brendan Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Front row seat on the ocean.
"Our first NZ bach experience, brilliant, will not forget it!"

Reviewed on 14 March 2025

Absolute Beachfront Kiwi Bach
The Plimmerton Beach House
The Plimmerton Beach House
Porirua
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
SUP holiday
"Great place to relax, unwind, and on the beach!Our dog loved it as much as we did too"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

The Plimmerton Beach House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Porirua

4.5
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

John

A lovely location, close to Wellington City and surrounding suburbs. A good rail and bus transportation, As a visitor to the city, a good first stop coming from the north, giving time to adjust to the busyness of a city.