5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Will definitely be back again!
Visit Porirua
Where to stay in Porirua
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.
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.
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.
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.
Paremata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is AU$165 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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 Mar. 2025
Moana Lodge - Hostel
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is AU$98 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 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! (99 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025
Mana Motel
41 Mana Esplanade, Porirua, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$134 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"Nice clean property well presented ,close to shops and restaurants. Friendly helpful staff. A good place to stay."
Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025
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
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! (135 reviews)
Lovely gem of a place
"Beautiful little Bach. Great location, peaceful with lovely outdoor space and fabulous views over Plimmerton bay. Super clean, very nicely decorated with everything you need for a few days away including a very comfy bed. Can’t recommend Aspen Cottage highly enough!"
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025
Absolute Beachfront Kiwi Bach
Porirua
Stay at this vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Brendan Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Front row seat on the ocean.
"Our first NZ bach experience, brilliant, will not forget it!"
Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025
The Plimmerton Beach House
Porirua
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
SUP holiday
"Great place to relax, unwind, and on the beach!Our dog loved it as much as we did too"
Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025
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
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 lively bars in this walkable 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.
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.
Activities
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
AU$409
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
AU$177
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
AU$159
per adult
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
AU$226
per adult
Wellington: Half Day Seal Coast Safari
AU$177
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
- Plimmerton Beach
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Lambton Quay
- TSB Bank Arena
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- Raumati Beach
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Zealandia
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- St James Theatre
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings