Porirua

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Porirua

#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast

Plimmerton

Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or The Cricket Museum while you're exploring the area.

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Titahi Bay

When in Titahi Bay, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Titahi Bay
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Porirua City Centre

While Porirua City Centre isn't home to many top sights, Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Porirua City Centre
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Pukerua Bay

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

Pukerua Bay
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Whitby

While Whitby might 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.

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Paremata

Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Paremata
Moana Lodge - Hostel
Moana Lodge - Hostel
2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is SAR 193 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
SAR 193
SAR 226 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this hostel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"My first option when coming back to Wellington ;)"

Reviewed on 20 March 2025

Moana Lodge - Hostel
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is SAR 338 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
SAR 338
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (411 reviews)
"Great stay, highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 13 March 2025

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Aotea Lodge
Aotea Lodge
3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is SAR 318 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
SAR 318
SAR 365 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture ...
7.4/10 Good! (97 reviews)
"We really liked the front desk woman she was wonderful ,however they had run out of milk and were going to get us some but none arrived ,to be fair we were only there for one night so not a big deal . The property is in dire need of some ongoing maintenance ,ie walls where fixtures have been moved ..."

Reviewed on 8 March 2020

Aotea Lodge
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
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Plimmerton
Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
Pristine Plimmerton
"Fabulous top class venue"

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,271 reviews)
"Easy walking distance to the shopping area. Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Quest on Johnston
Quest on Johnston
4.5 out of 5
35 Johnston Street, Wellington
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,255 reviews)
"Property was in a handy location, easy walk to the waterfront, shops, cable car and museum. Staff were friendly and helpful. Two bedroom apartment was comfortable and spacious although the bathroom was quite small. Parking was across the road in a Wilsons Car Park - $40/night if arranged through ..."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Quest on Johnston
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 Porirua

4.5
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

John

A lovely location, close to Wellington City and surrounding suburbs. A good rail and bus transportation, As a visitor to the city, a good first stop coming from the north, giving time to adjust to the busyness of a city.