5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Will definitely be back again!
Porirua Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Porirua
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 Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 South Beach.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Aotea Lodge
65 Whitford Brown Ave Porirua Porirua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$106 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$106
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.6/10 Good! (136 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Mana Motel
41 Mana Esplanade Porirua Wellington
The price is AU$120 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$120
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a garden. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
The parking was safe. The kitchen had what we needed to cook breakfast. We were happy with this Motel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Moana Lodge - Guest House
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$135 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$135
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
Nice place
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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.
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Plimmerton Porirua
Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
Absolutely sublime, so peaceful, great views very clean and well set up. Thanks Julie
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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 Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Fantastic location, spa on the deck was magic!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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! (1,430 reviews)
Great clean and close to everything
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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.
Popular places to visit
Plimmerton Dog Park
Plimmerton Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Porirua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
The Cricket Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cricket Museum during your trip to Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Activities
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
AU$10
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
AU$169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
AU$152
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Porirua
3.8
Guest rating
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Nice and easy to get around
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Porirua is a beautiful city
3/5 - Okay
Beverley
Staying at the Aotea we found it so easy to get on and of the motorways to get to any where
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Nice dining further out
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Sky Stadium
- Lambton Quay
- Courtenay Place
- The Weta Cave
- Victoria University of Wellington
- TSB Bank Arena
- Raumati Beach
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Waitangi Park
- St James Theatre
- Zealandia
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Oriental Parade
- Wellington Cable Car
- Wellington Zoo
- Petone Foreshore
