Porirua

Travel Guide

A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by hills and a cloudy sky.
A coastal town at dusk with a river, illuminated streets, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river, and distant mountains.
A calm harbor with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a hillside with houses in the background.
A coastal landscape with a winding river, sandy beaches, and a distant mountain range.

Where to stay in Porirua

Find the best Porirua areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Porirua
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A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and a distant mountain range.
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Plimmerton

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

Titahi Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

A coastal road with a view of the ocean and hills.

Pukerua Bay

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

Whitby

While Whitby may 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.

Porirua City Centre

While visiting Porirua City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Porirua Harbour.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is RM241 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
RM241
RM277 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Porirua Harbour and Adrenaline Forest Porirua are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (37 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
The price is RM326 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
RM326
RM375 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
The Post Hotel
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
The price is RM324 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
RM324
RM373 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"I had a front room. It was all I needed for a couple for great seaside sleeps. Don't over think it and just fit in with the flow. Jog right around the point to get a great sea view of Mana and Kapiti Islands."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Moana Lodge - Guest House
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Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay Wellington
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,176 reviews)
"We had an overnight stay at this hotel and loved it. The location was fabulous, reception staff were friendly and having a kitchen within our 2 bedroom accommodation was a bonus. Would certainly stay with you again"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Adina CityLife Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,631 reviews)
"Convenient location. Washing machine was useful. Bed was small."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Liberty Apartment Hotel

Liberty Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
79 Taranaki St Wellington Wellington
Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
"Noisey aircon and they moved us"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Liberty Apartment Hotel
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Stay near popular Porirua attractions

Brendan Beach

6.0/10 (2 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Brendan Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Porirua. Make time to visit the spas and temples while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer

RM552
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

RM506
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

RM253
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

RM196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

RM81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

RM182
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
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A cityscape with a marina and mountains in the background.

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