Paraparaumu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

ニュージーランド パエカカリキ・エスカープメント・トラックから見えるカピティ島
ニュージーランド パエカカリキ・エスカープメント・トラックから見えるカピティ島
Kapiti Island Bird Sanctuary Beach Panorama, New Zealand
#TroveOn The museum has a very good collection of vintage cars. Takes one back into the by-gone era.
Awesome craft brewery

Where to stay in Paraparaumu

Kapiti Island Bird Sanctuary Beach Panorama, New Zealand

Raumati Beach

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

Raumati Beach
dark sand beach landscape, Paraparaumu beach, Wellington, New Zealand

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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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
Awesome craft brewery

Paraparaumu Central

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

Paraparaumu Central
#TroveOn The museum has a very good collection of vintage cars. Takes one back into the by-gone era.

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.

Otaihanga
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Nikau Valley

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

Nikau Valley
Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
33 Amohia Street, (State Highway One) Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$155 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$155
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (431 reviews)
Nice room, courteous staff and reasonable prices

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
U Studios Paraparaumu Beach

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach

3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$156 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$156
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu ...
7.8/10 Good! (528 reviews)
Great welcome room clean and tidy close to eatery shops great walk to the beach

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
Raumati Sands Resort

Raumati Sands Resort

4 out of 5
4-8 Matatua Road, Raumati Beach Paraparaumu Wellington
The price is NZ$338 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$338
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Coastlands Shoppingtown and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
Highly recommended. Lovely clean unit, great facilities, clean and friendly.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Raumati Sands Resort
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 Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
Highly recommended. Lovely clean unit, great facilities, clean and friendly.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Raumati Sands Resort
Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Paraparaumu Wellington
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach and Paraparaumu Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Lovely spacious home, light, bright, clean and well equipped. Everything you need for a fantastic getaway. The pool, spa & tennis court provide plenty of entertainment with the expansive beach a quick stroll away. Great communication from the owner.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court
D&J's Coastal Secret- Massive Views

D&J's Coastal Secret- Massive Views

Raumati South Paraparaumu
Stay at this apartment in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and patios. Popular attractions Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
An excellently set out "Bach" .The amenities were second to none, great kitchen appliances, living/dining area very comfy, bathroom plenty of towels and toiletries and the most comfy bed. Plus very good outdoor furniture to seat and enjoy the seaview and Kapiti Island. On arrival met by Jan explained ...

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

D&J's Coastal Secret- Massive Views
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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Reviews of Paraparaumu

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
26
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
53
4 - Good 62%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

geoff

It was a neat unit A clock radio would have been an advantage

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

None.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good accommodation and convenient shopping venues.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Its really grown into its own town. I wouldn't mind living there.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Awesome people!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

A bit boring

Cities near Paraparaumu

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