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
Learn more about Paraparaumu

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.

Raumati South

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

Paraparaumu Central

Though Paraparaumu Central may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coastlands Shoppingtown and Southward Car Museum.

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.

 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$138 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$138
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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
Wrights By The Sea Motel

Wrights By The Sea Motel

3 out of 5
387 Kapiti Road Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$178 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$178
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Wrights By The Sea Motel
Raumati Sands Resort

Raumati Sands Resort

4 out of 5
4-8 Matatua Road, Raumati Beach Paraparaumu Wellington
The price is NZ$276 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$276
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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
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! (22 reviews)
"Really liked the house. Sunny with a convenient layout. Super close to the beach. Friendly accomodating hosts. An info folder could be helpful, especially for anything involving a remote. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Palm Haven Beach Retreat
Bach251 absolute beachfront

Bach251 absolute beachfront

Raumati Beach Kapiti Coast
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Coastlands Shoppingtown and Raumati Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
"A fantastic location and lovely home with the added bonus of welcoming pets. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Bach251 absolute beachfront
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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