Papakowhai
Porirua
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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.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture during your travels in Porirua. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Papakowhai Hotel Deals

Aotea Lodge
Clean Room. Very good wifi!
Reviewed on 5 November 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Friendly staff nice room
Reviewed on 6 November 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Very nice room
Reviewed on 9 November 2025

Rydges Wellington
Room location and view was amazing, although room was small it had everything you needed. The bathroom was a bit small and not much room to put things or hang towels, another rail would be useful and mould in bottom of shower needs to be addressed. But other than that, it was great
Reviewed on 4 November 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Everything was clean and comfortable. Washer/Dryer had a button that didn’t work, so the setting we were instructed to use wouldn’t work. Everything else was great!
Reviewed on 9 November 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Very friendly and helpful check in
Reviewed on 9 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Papakowhai

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

Ascot Park
While there might not be top attractions in Ascot Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

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.

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.

Mana
Mana is well-liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Cannons Creek
Though Cannons Creek might 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.
Papakowhai
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- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Waikanae Beach
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Zealandia
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Massey University
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Hospital
- Lambton Quay
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Wellington Zoo
- Raumati Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- St James Theatre
- The Opera House
- Beehive
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- Southward Car Museum
- Parliament House
- Trentham Racecourse
