Waikanae Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Waikanae

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Waikanae Beach

While visiting Waikanae Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Waikanae Beach and Peka Peka Beach.

Waikanae Beach
Kapiti Gateway Motel

Kapiti Gateway Motel

2.5 out of 5
114 Main Road Waikanae
The price is NZ$180 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$180
6 Jan - 7 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Waikanae. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Waimeha Domain are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
Reviewed separately - everything was great about the Kapiti Motel. We were very happy & would absolutely recommend it to anyone.

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Kapiti Gateway Motel
Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven

Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven

Waikanae Beach Wellington
Stay at this holiday home in Waikanae. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waikānae Estuary Scientific ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Overall stay was peaceful, quiet and relaxing..

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven
Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach

Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach

Waikanae Beach Wellington - Wairarapa
Stay at this holiday home in Waikanae. Enjoy private pools, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Waimeha Domain and Waikanae Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautifully appointed, cosy home. The home was clean, comfortable, quiet and everything as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and slept well. Fabulous accommodation, highly recommend.

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach
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.
Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven

Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven

Waikanae Beach Wellington
Stay at this holiday home in Waikanae. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waikānae Estuary Scientific ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Overall stay was peaceful, quiet and relaxing..

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven
Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach

Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach

Waikanae Beach Wellington - Wairarapa
Stay at this holiday home in Waikanae. Enjoy private pools, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Waimeha Domain and Waikanae Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautifully appointed, cosy home. The home was clean, comfortable, quiet and everything as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and slept well. Fabulous accommodation, highly recommend.

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Fisherman’s Cottage - Waikanae Beach
La Casa de la Playa - Beachfront Waikanae Home

La Casa de la Playa - Beachfront Waikanae Home

Waikanae Beach Wellington - Wairarapa
Stay at this holiday home in Waikanae. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Waikanae Beach and Waimeha Domain are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Plenty of room for all the family. Loved the location right on the beach front with own access. We had vews of the sea and sunset. Everything was there except portacot and highchair would of been handy.Liked that it was all day sun and warm with the heating for some chilly nights. Would definitely ...

Reviewed on 12 June 2025

La Casa de la Playa - Beachfront Waikanae Home
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 Waikanae

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 30%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 60%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Small friendly town with all amenities.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Thinking of moving here

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Didn’t really get time to see much of the place as we were there only overnight to attend a special birthday

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Everything was good apart from the bedding

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