Kapiti Island

Travel Guide

New Zealand travel can be a bit pricey.  The group of us who were here to witness this glorious morning were taking advantage of New Zealand's working holiday visa.  My partner and I were able to tour the islands for four months by working for a few weeks at a time.  Definitely one of the best experiences ever.#goldenhour
New Zealand travel can be a bit pricey.  The group of us who were here to witness this glorious morning were taking advantage of New Zealand's working holiday visa.  My partner and I were able to tour the islands for four months by working for a few weeks at a time.  Definitely one of the best experiences ever.#goldenhour
Got this shot while we were on the way to Wintopia in Wellington. Shot this video as part of the trip https://youtu.be/9SW2zJH2k7g
Kapiti Island is an hour north of Wellington, New Zealand and one of the original nature reserves and bird sanctuaries here. Many go as a day trip but you can overnight on the island and go on walks looking for the endangered Kiwi, New Zealand's emblem. They are nocturnal so it's one of the best ways to see them in the wild and now you can even try glamping!
Kapiti Island a nature reserve, approximately 1 hour drive away from Wellington. You can get a ferry there for $75, which includes the DOC access pass. If you are making your own way there (eg kayak) you must apply for a DOC pass. It's our favourite reserve in New Zealand so far
Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
33 Amohia Street, (State Highway One) Paraparaumu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$734 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
HK$734
HK$844 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
Room was good enjoyed spa bath.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave Porirua Porirua
The price is HK$506 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$506
HK$584 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.6/10 Good! (138 reviews)
Very clean room. Staff were so super friendly and very helpful. Will definitely be staying again.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Aotea Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
The price is HK$623 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
HK$623
HK$719 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (39 reviews)
Ryan was great, it was just too hard to access the hotel ...... the room was wonderful

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

The Post 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.
Raumati Sands Resort

Raumati Sands Resort

4 out of 5
4-8 Matatua Road, Raumati Beach Paraparaumu Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Coastlands Shoppingtown and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
Highly recommended. Lovely clean unit, great facilities, clean and friendly.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Raumati Sands Resort
Cosy pods, 2 minutes walk from beach - pet friendly!

Cosy pods, 2 minutes walk from beach - pet friendly!

Peka Peka Wellington
Stay at this cabin in Peka Peka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Peka Peka Beach and Nga Manu Nature Reserve are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
We had a lovely weekend break and stay in pekapeka. The accommodation pods were exactly as described and even better than the pics. Super clean accommodation with a large covered deck space. Interesting for anyone with a tiny home architectural interest. Lovely short walk to the beach and all facilities ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Cosy pods, 2 minutes walk from beach - pet friendly!
Historic brick stables

Historic brick stables

Otaki Otaki
Stay at this cottage in Otaki. Enjoy a garden, in-room fireplaces and sunloungers. Popular attractions Otaki Museum and Otaki River Walks are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (302 reviews)
This was our 2nd stay in this unique bach. Very well equipped kitchen. Cozy bedroom and lounge area upstairs. Enjoyed wandering the lovely nursery grounds, especially private as they are closed during the week. Great access to Otaki Forks, Otaki Beach...and outlet shopping!

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Historic brick stables
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.