Porirua

Travel Guide

Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod

Where to stay in Porirua

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Plimmerton

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

Plimmerton
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Titahi Bay

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

Titahi Bay
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Porirua City Centre

Though Porirua City Centre may 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.

Porirua City Centre
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Pukerua Bay

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

Pukerua Bay
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Paremata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Paremata
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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.

Whitby
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is HK$510 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
HK$510
HK$592 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
"Overall, awesome place. Only thing is they offer free coffee/milo/tea etc but no milk"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Moana Lodge - Guest House
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is HK$763 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
HK$763
HK$877 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (418 reviews)
"Room was clean! Private and quiet. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is HK$583 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
HK$583
HK$677 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & 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! (118 reviews)
"Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Aotea Lodge
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Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Plimmerton
Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
"Very lovely cottage. Had all you needed for a relaxing time. Easy communication with host, thank you again."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Beach Retreat
"A wonderful place to stay with family of all ages, all the amenities one needed to enjoy a lovely weekend. Host was wonderful and easy to deal with. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

The Plimmerton Beach House
A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station

A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station

Porirua
Stay at this vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
"Beautiful house and lovely family. When I saw the room however, I asked the host to consider giving me a refund or a partial refund despite their policy. I rented for 3 nights and stayed zero minutes. The problem was, that the room felt too enclosed. The room is downstairs - I don't recall the room ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2024

A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station
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Popular places to visit

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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 exploring the galleries in The Cricket Museum during your trip to Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.

The Cricket Museum

Things to do

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

HK$251
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

HK$888
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

HK$387
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

HK$797
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Yeastie Boys

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

HK$273
per adult
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

HK$451
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a city, night scenes and a bay or harbour

Wellington