Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide

Paraparaumu

A beach with a wide sandy shore, gentle waves, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Stay near popular Paraparaumu Beach attractions

Paraparaumu Beach

9.0/10 (331 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?
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Things to do

Having lunch with a cheeky kākā.

Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour

£140
per adult
Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour
Kiwi on Kapiti

Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island

£299
per adult
Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

£130
per adult
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour
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Top hotels in Paraparaumu Beach

U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW

U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW

3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road Paraparaumu
The price is £58 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£58
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Maclean Park and Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club ...
8/10 Very good! (553 reviews)
"parking close to the room, with a short walk to restaurants shops and the beach front"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW
Wrights By The Sea Motel

Wrights By The Sea Motel

3 out of 5
387 Kapiti Road Paraparaumu
The price is £75 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£75
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (435 reviews)
"Room was clean and tidy and no concerns."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Wrights By The Sea Motel
Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Palm Haven Beach Retreat

Paraparaumu Beach Wellington Region
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Te Atiawa Park and Kena Kena Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Great place to stay, close to all you need"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

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Palm Haven Beach Retreat
Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court

Paraparaumu Wellington
Stay at this holiday home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Maclean Park and Paraparaumu Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"Great large house, very close to shops and beach. Pool, spa and tennis court is really good for families. Would recommend to large families."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

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Kapiti Getaway - Winter Specials - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court
YAYA'S. Beautiful Beachside Holiday suite

YAYA'S. Beautiful Beachside Holiday suite

Paraparaumu Beach Wellington Region
Stay at this B&B in Paraparaumu. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Maclean Park and Paraparaumu Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Cheryl was so delightful to engage with.Had extremely clean unit and sea view.Definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

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YAYA'S. Beautiful Beachside Holiday suite
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
10 Tudor Court Paraparaumu
The price is £71 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
£71
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Maclean Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
"Relaxed place, nice accommodation, good location. Felt comfortable."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
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Where to stay in Paraparaumu Beach

Find the best Paraparaumu Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pebbly beach with a large driftwood log, clear blue water, and distant mountains.

Raumati Beach

While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach.

A detailed infographic of the brewing process, including basic ingredients and steps like milling, mashing, boiling, fermenting, conditioning, and filtering.
Photo by Travel Rocks our World
Open Photo by Travel Rocks our World

Paraparaumu Central

If you're spending some time in Paraparaumu Central, Coastlands Shoppingtown and Nikau Palm Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with waves, a rocky shoreline, and a distant mountain range during sunset.

Raumati South

While Raumati South isn't home to many top sights, Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vintage cars on display in a museum with a 'No Smoking' sign.
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Open Photo by Rajesh Rathod

Otaihanga

Otaihanga is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve or Southward Car Museum.

A coastal landscape with a winding road along the beach, surrounded by lush green hills.

Nikau Valley

When in Nikau Valley, you can plan a visit to Southward Car Museum and Coastlands Shoppingtown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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