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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is AED 354 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
AED 354
AED 407 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (418 reviews)
Room was clean! Private and quiet. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 7 October 2025
Moana Lodge - Guest House
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is AED 238 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
AED 238
AED 276 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
Overall, awesome place. Only thing is they offer free coffee/milo/tea etc but no milk
Reviewed on 14 September 2025
Aotea Lodge
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is AED 192 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
AED 192
AED 226 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and ...
7.4/10 Good! (120 reviews)
Clean Room. Very good wifi!
Reviewed on 5 November 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.
The Plimmerton Beach House
Porirua
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Beach Retreat
A wonderful place to stay with family of all ages, all the amenities one needed to enjoy a lovely weekend. Host was wonderful and easy to deal with. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 13 April 2025
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Plimmerton
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! (141 reviews)
Clean rooms, beautiful views,friendly host, kitchen well equipped. Easier to back down to entrance as no turn around access. A reading light on each bedside table would be a plus.
Reviewed on 15 October 2025
A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station
Porirua
Stay at this vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ...
Beautiful house and lovely family. When I saw the room however, I asked the host to consider giving me a refund or a partial refund despite their policy. I rented for 3 nights and stayed zero minutes. The problem was, that the room felt too enclosed. The room is downstairs - I don't recall the room ...
Reviewed on 12 August 2024
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
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.
Reviews of Porirua
4.5
Top Destination
- Plimmerton Beach
- Brendan Beach
- Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
- The Cricket Museum
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Waikanae Beach
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Zealandia
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Massey University
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Lambton Quay
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Wellington Zoo
- Wellington Hospital
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Raumati Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- St James Theatre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
