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 and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Porirua
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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.

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.

Titahi Bay

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

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.

Pukerua Bay

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

Relaxing Beach Side House

Relaxing Beach Side House

Porirua Wellington
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions South Beach and Pataka Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"Fantastic spot, right next to the beach - also delicious coffee right on your doorstep! Clean place, lovely hosts, great kitchen. Really enjoyed my stay. Thank you!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Relaxing Beach Side House
The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions South Beach and Plimmerton Beach ...
The Plimmerton Beach House
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,611 reviews)
"Great for a one or two night stay. Very basic but adequate"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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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