Paraparaumu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sea, a winding road, and a green hillside.
A rocky beach with a large tree stump, calm sea, and distant mountains.
A pebbly beach with a large driftwood log, clear blue water, and distant mountains.
A coastal landscape with a clear blue sea, a winding road, and green hills.
A coastal landscape with a beach, green vegetation, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Paraparaumu

Find the best Paraparaumu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Paraparaumu
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Raumati Beach

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

Paraparaumu Beach

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

Paraparaumu Central

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

Raumati South

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

Otaihanga

Otaihanga is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve or Southward Car Museum.

Raumati Sands Resort

Raumati Sands Resort

4 out of 5
4-8 Matatua Road, Raumati Beach Paraparaumu Wellington
The price is NZ$266 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$266
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Coastlands Shoppingtown and Maclean Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"Only problem was fire alarm going off randomly at 6 in the morning otherwise was lovely"

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Raumati Sands Resort
 U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW

U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW

3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$149 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$149
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Maclean Park and Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club ...
U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is NZ$210 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$210
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Rydges Wellington Airport
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 Maclean Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"Only problem was fire alarm going off randomly at 6 in the morning otherwise was lovely"

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Raumati Sands Resort
Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Paraparaumu Beach Wellington Region
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Te Atiawa Park and Kena Kena Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay! It really felt like being home. Everything was so clean and lovely. And little welcoming touches like the towels at the end of the beds with wee chocolates! Highly recommend staying here! And we can’t wait to return!! Thank you so much for having our family enjoy your ..."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Palm Haven Beach Retreat
Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Paraparaumu Wellington
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Maclean Park and Paraparaumu Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"Great large house, very close to shops and beach. Pool, spa and tennis court is really good for families. Would recommend to large families."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court
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.

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