Porirua

Travel 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.

Where to stay in Porirua

Find the best Porirua areas and neighborhoods 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.

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.

Pukerua Bay

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

Titahi Bay

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

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.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is SAR 202 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
SAR 202
SAR 232 total
22 Sep - 23 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (31 reviews)
"Found the place with a little difficulty as Maps took us to the back of the units. The area is quiet. Very clean rooms were quite large with modern facilities, overlooking the Harbour. Our large TV wouldn't work, they couldn't fix it so insisted on giving us another room, even moving our things for ..."

Reviewed on 7 September 2026

Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 213 per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
SAR 213
SAR 248 total
19 Sep - 20 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.8/10 Good! (63 reviews)
"Fine for one or two nights. Did not see a single staff member during my stay including the front desk! I got txted the details of how to get in and where to pick up the key. Room was clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 1 September 2026

The Post Hotel
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
The price is SAR 238 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
SAR 238
SAR 277 total
27 Sep - 28 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
"First hostel I’ve stayed in. You guys have set the bar high. Everything from the beds to the amenities were better than some of the hotels and I have stayed at. Thank you so much for taking care of us."

Reviewed on 6 September 2026

Moana Lodge - Guest House
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
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions South Beach and Pataka Museum ...
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 August 2026

Relaxing Beach Side House
The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions South Beach and Plimmerton Beach ...
The Plimmerton Beach House
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,600 reviews)
"This was the 2nd time I have stayed here this trip. Great starting/ ending point if you are taking the Ferry. Make sure you contact the hotel if you think that you will arrive late."

Reviewed on 7 September 2026

Gilmer Apartment 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.

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