Otaihanga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod

Popular places to visit

Southward Car Museum

Southward Car Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Southward Car Museum in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Southward Car Museum

Paraparaumu Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?

Paraparaumu Beach

Raumati Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Raumati Beach during your travels in Raumati South?

Raumati Beach

Putangirua Pinnacles

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Putangirua Pinnacles during your travels in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Putangirua Pinnacles

Lindale Park

During your trip to Paraparaumu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lindale Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Lindale Park

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club.

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Activities

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

NZ$299
per adult
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour
Steam engine at Paekakariki train station.

7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

NZ$977
per adult
7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington
Coffee roasting at The Roastery / Raumati Coffee Co.

A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

NZ$1,077
per adult
A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour
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Our pick of the best Otaihanga Hotel Deals

Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge

3 out of 5
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt
The price is NZ$180 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$180
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (524 reviews)
"Lovely room, excellent staff at reception for check in"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Totara Lodge
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 NZ$171 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$171
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (399 reviews)
"It was convenient and close to where we needed to be. It was an exhausting few days, so we loved the huge spa bath."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
Wallaceville Motor Lodge

Wallaceville Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
2 Wallaceville Road, Upper Hutt
The price is NZ$195 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$195
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
"Excellent service, lovely surrounding, very accomodating and peaceful. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Wallaceville Motor Lodge
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is NZ$130 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$130
5 Oct - 6 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
Mana Motel

Mana Motel

2 out of 5
41 Mana Esplanade, Porirua, Wellington
The price is NZ$119 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$119
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (44 reviews)
Very Impressed
"I was very impressed with the motel it had plenty of parking and the room was in a good condition and it was a perfect location for using the train into Wellington."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Mana Motel
Silverstream Retreat

Silverstream Retreat

3 out of 5
3 Reynolds Bach Road, Lower Hutt
The price is NZ$234 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$234
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
"Fantastic staff who were very helpful. The room was excellent - has everything needed while away and was very comfortable."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Silverstream Retreat
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Other neighbourhoods around Otaihanga

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Paraparaumu Beach

While visiting Paraparaumu Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach.

Paraparaumu Beach
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Paraparaumu Central

If you're spending some time in Paraparaumu Central, Putangirua Pinnacles and Coastlands Shoppingtown are top sights worth seeing.

Paraparaumu Central
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Nikau Valley

When in Nikau Valley, you can plan a visit to Lindale Park and Southward Car Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nikau Valley
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Raumati Beach

While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach.

Raumati Beach
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Maungakotukutuku

While there might not be top attractions in Maungakotukutuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park.

Maungakotukutuku
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Raumati South

While Raumati South isn't home to many top sights, Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown are some notable places to visit nearby.

Raumati South

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