Porirua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on 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 South Beach while you're exploring the area.

Titahi Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Whitby

While Whitby may 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.

Porirua City Centre

Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Pukerua Bay

Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is NZ$107 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$107
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach are ...
7.4/10 Good! (26 reviews)
"Easy check-in. Room had what needed."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
The price is NZ$148 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$148
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.8/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"Clean and conveniently located for shops. Kitchen facilities for a multi-night stay is a bonus."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Post Hotel
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road Porirua
The price is NZ$184 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$184
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Pataka ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (437 reviews)
"Good parking, great location handy to mall. Clean quiet and comfortable"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
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The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions South Beach and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"So nice to be able to hear the sea while sleeping. The location was excellent and everything about the place was perfect. Looking forward to a return visit."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

The Plimmerton Beach House
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,563 reviews)
"Nice and comfy stay, quiet place"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

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 aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (566 reviews)
"Overall very good stay. Comfortable room, spacious and great location."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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Stay near popular Porirua attractions

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

7.2/10 (7 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

NZ$79
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

NZ$95
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
You excursion includes the 90 minute Weta Cave Experience

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all incl. Weta Tour

NZ$185
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all incl. Weta Tour
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Cities near Porirua

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Wellington

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Lower Hutt

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