Papakowhai

Porirua

Popular places to visit

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture during your travels in Porirua. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

The Cricket Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Cricket Museum during your travels in Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.

The Cricket Museum

Things to do

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

$265
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

$103
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

$74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

$846
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour

$147
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour
Best wine tasting tour

Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour

$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour
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Papakowhai Hotel Deals

Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
$72 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$85 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and ...
7.4/10 Good! (116 reviews)
"Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Aotea Lodge
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
$88 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$101 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Location is very good and the view over the harbour was lovely. We liked that the bathroom separated to two beds so felt more like an apartment. Not enough seating for a potential of 4 guests and the shower flooded onto the bathroom floor. Also the bathroom ceiling needs a paint. Appreciated having ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$85 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,571 reviews)
"Everything seems good for the price we paid. Standard room, just feel a bit small."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$97 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$113 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It would be nice, and not expensive, to have some cable tv/ movie options."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$61 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$71 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,346 reviews)
Decent for the price
"Well priced and really clean.... strange and slightly overpowering smell of air fresher in the room though. Good facilities"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$108 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$125 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect for late night arrivals or early departure"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
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Other neighborhoods around Papakowhai

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Aotea

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

Aotea
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Ascot Park

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

Ascot Park
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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
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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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Mana

Mana is well-liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Mana
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Cannons Creek

Though Cannons Creek might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Cannons Creek
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