Porirua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by hills and a cloudy sky.
A coastal town at dusk with a river, illuminated streets, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river, and distant mountains.
A calm harbor with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a hillside with houses in the background.
A coastal landscape with a winding river, sandy beaches, and a distant mountain range.

Our guide on where to stay in Porirua

Find the best Porirua areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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 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.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is AU$84 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$84
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (29 reviews)
"Did not service till I actually asked them. Staff great. Lack of reception after 8pm not good."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Harbour View Lodge
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road Porirua
The price is AU$151 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$151
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (439 reviews)
"Exactly what was expected."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
The price is AU$124 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$124
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (62 reviews)
"I would love to come back for another visit. Absolute enjoyed my stay at The post hotel"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

The Post Hotel
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.
Relaxing Beach Side House

Relaxing Beach Side House

Porirua Wellington
Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions South Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts ...
10/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"Fantastic spot, right next to the beach - also delicious coffee right on your doorstep! Clean place, lovely hosts, great kitchen. Really enjoyed my stay. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Relaxing Beach Side House
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 ...
The Plimmerton Beach House
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

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! (189 reviews)
"Great stay, perfect location :)"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
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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