Papakowhai Travel Guide
Porirua
Visit Papakowhai
Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Kombucha Tasting and Private Factory Tour

Wellington: 90-Minute Commentated Harbour Explorer Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Papakowhai

Harbour View Lodge
"A nice, quiet place to stay. The room was clean and fresh, and the young lady at reception was exceptionally friendly and polite. She made the stay memorable. The amenities in the room were very basic, and the place did have a bit of a rest home feel about it. However, I think it's great that the ..."
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Always a great stay when flying somewhere. Plenty of food and drink options. Easy rental car pick up and drop off."
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Naumi Studio Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Helpful to be told of the shortcut to Lambton Quay."
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Generally good but there was a crackling noise going on all night"
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Where to stay in Papakowhai

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.
Titahi Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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.
Porirua City Centre
While visiting Porirua City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Porirua Harbour.
