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 South Beach.

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.

Porirua City Centre

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

Pukerua Bay

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

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (32 reviews)
"Staff were great, couldn’t do enough for, nothing was a hassle. Thank you"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.8/10 Good! (64 reviews)
"Great place to stay conveniently located"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

The Post Hotel
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
"First hostel I’ve stayed in. You guys have set the bar high. Everything from the beds to the amenities were better than some of the hotels and I have stayed at. Thank you so much for taking care of us."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

Moana Lodge - Guest 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.
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! (1,603 reviews)
"Great experience. Helpful staff. Room was very nice"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 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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