Papakowhai

Porirua

Popular places to visit

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 lively bars in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

The Cricket Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Cricket Museum during your travels in Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.

The Cricket Museum

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.

Plimmerton Dog Park

Things to do

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

P15,454
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

P11,161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

P6,010
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Lord of Rings Half Day Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

P6,525
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

P12,706
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
Zealandia Nature Sanctuary Daytime Walking Tour

Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour

P2,061
per traveler
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Papakowhai

Aotea Lodge
Aotea Lodge
3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is P4,911 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P4,911
P5,648 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (107 reviews)
"Room had no towel rail and could do with some more pillows."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Aotea Lodge
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,989 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P3,989
P4,587 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,491 reviews)
"Central"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is P5,946 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
P5,946
P6,837 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Perfect to beat rush hour traffic
"I live about an hour north of Wellington and have stayed at Rydges Wellington Airport a couple of times now, the night before early morning flights. I love it! So convenient to drive and park in the covered carpark directly opposite the hotel. The hotel validates your parking ticket so you get a ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,619 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,619
P6,462 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay. Good service. Overall good. My room needed a little love but otherwise comfy bed and good facilities."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,605 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,605
P6,446 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Good hotel in great location
"For a family group the room we chose, with one queen and two single beds was ideal. The room was tidy and clean. The location is very handy for the Te Papa end of Wellington too. Parking is available for a fee on a first come, first served basis."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is P3,499 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P3,499
P4,024 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very good customer service, great to have a restaurant on sight, and very handy to main shopping areas. Lovely comfy bed and cosy room."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

ibis Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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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.

Aotea
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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.

Ascot Park
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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
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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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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.

Mana
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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.

Cannons Creek

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