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Wrights By The Sea Motel

3.0 star property
Suburban motel in Paraparaumu with free parking

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Luxury Studio | Balcony view
Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, printers
Luxury Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Wrights By The Sea Motel, near Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, offers a peaceful retreat with in-room WiFi, free parking, and on-site laundry. Multilingual staff provide assistance, and continental breakfast starts each day right.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is £75
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

Room options

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Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Executive Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Family Unit

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Luxury Studio with Balcony

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Family Unit

  • Sleeps 5

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Paraparaumu Beach, a neighbourhood in Paraparaumu, Wrights By The Sea Motel is in the suburbs and near the beach. Shoppers can visit Coastlands Shoppingtown, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Paraparaumu Beach and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Southward Car Museum and Waikanae Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, 5252

What's nearby

  • Paraparaumu Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Raumati Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Southward Car Museum - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Waikanae Beach - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Porirua Station - 30 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tuatara Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪the Remedy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery Kapiti - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunlong Restaurant & Fast Food - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Wrights By The Sea Motel

Family-friendly motel near Paraparaumu Beach
Located close to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve and Coastlands Shoppingtown, Wrights By The Sea Motel provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Wrights By The Sea Motel offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and printers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cots
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 13 for adults and NZD 13 for children

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 13 for adults and from NZD 13 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Wrights Sea
Wrights Sea Motel
Wrights Sea Motel Paraparaumu
Wrights Sea Paraparaumu
Wrights By The Sea Motel Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
Wrights By The Sea Motel Motel
Wrights By The Sea Motel Paraparaumu
Wrights By The Sea Motel Motel Paraparaumu

Frequently asked questions

Is Wrights By The Sea Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wrights By The Sea Motel on 26 Sept 2025 start from £74.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Wrights By The Sea Motel located?

This family-friendly Paraparaumu motel is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Paraparaumu Beach and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Coastlands Shoppingtown and Southward Car Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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