Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Southward Car Museum

Southward Car Museum

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Southward Car Museum in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Southward Car Museum

Paraparaumu Beach

4.5/5(168 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?

Paraparaumu Beach

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club.

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu Beach.

Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve

Kena Kena Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kena Kena Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Kena Kena Park

Te Atiawa Park

Explore the great outdoors at Te Atiawa Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Te Atiawa Park

Activities

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

AU$262
per adult
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour
Sweet treats made with Kāpiti Olive Oil.

A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

AU$944
per adult
A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour
Steam engine at Paekakariki train station.

8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

AU$856
per adult
8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington
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Our pick of the best Paraparaumu Beach Hotel Deals

Wrights By The Sea Motel

Wrights By The Sea Motel

3 out of 5
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$153
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (402 reviews)
"It met out expectations with everything"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Wrights By The Sea Motel
U Studios Paraparaumu Beach

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach

3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road, Paraparaumu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$140 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$140
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu ...
7.8/10 Good! (507 reviews)
"It's exactly what ypu expect for the price, it'sa room where you sleep and nothing more. Rhe room wasn't serviced every day which is hard when you are travelling with two kids."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

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

Paraparaumu
Stay at this vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach and Paraparaumu Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Pet friendly, plenty of room and all amenities mentioned in listing. Great host communication, and ease of access. Vrry close to beach and small shopping area with Saturday market. Great gor extemded family."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
10 Tudor Court, Paraparaumu
The price is AU$145 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$145
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Simon's bed and breakfast. The room was so clean and had everything we needed including a great continental breakfast with fresh orange juice. Simon was friendly and helpful with suggestions about dining. We highly recommend this place !"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington Region
Stay at this vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Te Atiawa Park and Kena Kena Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Wonderful clean and comfortable accomodation. Appreciated all the thoughtful little things that make a stay special. My 80yr old mother said its the best holiday accomodation she has ever stayed in. Positive and helpful hosts a bonus. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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Palm Haven Beach Retreat
Stunning executive family home! Ocean views, 2 min walk to the beach, elevator!

Stunning executive family home! Ocean views, 2 min walk to the beach, elevator!

Paraparaumu
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Excellent property Excellent Location Excellent Hosts
"Modern and clean property. Suited all our needs, especially with the lift as we had a family member who could not climb stairs. Brilliant location close to beach, shops and cafes/restaurants.Our hosts Dan and Chloe are a lovely couple.Thank you Dan and Chloe for a wonderful stay at your ..."

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

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Stunning executive family home! Ocean views, 2 min walk to the beach, elevator!
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Other neighbourhoods around Paraparaumu Beach

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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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Paraparaumu Central

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

Paraparaumu Central
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Raumati Beach

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

Raumati Beach
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Nikau Valley

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

Nikau Valley
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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
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Maungakotukutuku

While there might not be top attractions in Maungakotukutuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park.

Maungakotukutuku

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