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 South Beach 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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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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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 South Beach.

Whitby
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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 Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Porirua City Centre
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Mana

Visitors to Mana like its beaches and spas, and South Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Mana
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave Porirua Porirua
The price is HK$471 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
HK$471
HK$547 total
22 Jan - 23 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! (136 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Aotea Lodge
Mana Motel

Mana Motel

2 out of 5
41 Mana Esplanade Porirua Wellington
The price is HK$539 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
HK$539
HK$626 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a garden. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
The parking was safe. The kitchen had what we needed to cook breakfast. We were happy with this Motel.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Mana Motel
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
The price is HK$574 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
HK$574
HK$669 total
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Moana Lodge - Guest House
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The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Fantastic location, spa on the deck was magic!

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

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

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Plimmerton Porirua
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! (144 reviews)
Absolutely sublime, so peaceful, great views very clean and well set up. Thanks Julie

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,430 reviews)
Great clean and close to everything

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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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.

Popular places to visit

Plimmerton Dog Park

Plimmerton Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Porirua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Plimmerton Dog Park

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

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 charming cafes in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

HK$54
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Time for a rest.

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

HK$876
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

HK$386
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$787
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

HK$337
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

HK$270
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
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Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a city, night scenes and a bay or harbour

Wellington