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

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.

Titahi Bay
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Porirua City Centre

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

Porirua City Centre
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Paremata

Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Paremata
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Pukerua Bay

Travelers 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 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.

Whitby
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is P4,149 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
P4,149
P4,772 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 Sep 14, 2025

Moana Lodge - Guest House
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is P5,839 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
P5,839
P6,715 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (416 reviews)
Nice comfortable motel
"Nice comfortable motel. Clean, tidy and helpful staff"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is P4,778 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P4,778
P5,494 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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! (116 reviews)
"Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Aotea Lodge
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
"Great placec"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD, Wellington
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (462 reviews)
"Clean and extremely friendly staff!"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay, (Vehicle access 14 Gilmer Terrace), Wellington
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Adina CityLife Wellington
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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

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture during your travels in Porirua. Check out the shops and lively bars 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 browsing the exhibits at The Cricket Museum during your travels in Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.

The Cricket Museum

Things to do

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

P15,202
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
Time for a rest.

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

P6,588
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

P5,912
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

P3,243
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

P48,478
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

P4,223
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
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