Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Southward Car Museum

Southward Car Museum

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Southward Car Museum in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Southward Car Museum

Paraparaumu Beach

4.5/5(168 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?

Paraparaumu Beach

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club.

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu Beach.

Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve

Kena Kena Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kena Kena Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Kena Kena Park

Te Atiawa Park

Explore the great outdoors at Te Atiawa Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Te Atiawa Park

Activities

Kapiti Island and Kapiti Coast from the Paekakariki Hill lookout.

7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

NZ$947
per adult
7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington
Coffee roasting at The Roastery / Raumati Coffee Co.

A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

NZ$1,047
per adult
A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour
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Our pick of the best Paraparaumu Beach Hotel Deals

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$161 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu ...
7.8/10 Good! (471 reviews)
"Easy and accommodating. Very nice accommodations."

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
Wrights By The Sea Motel
Wrights By The Sea Motel
3 out of 5
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$174 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this 3-star motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (371 reviews)
"Great spot near the beach"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Wrights By The Sea Motel
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
4 out of 5
10 Tudor Court, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$175 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
"My only regret is that I only booked for one night. The Serengeti room is spacious, comfortable and well equipped. There was food to serve yourself breakfast. A great facility and hosts were helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
Paraparaumu Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
Kapiti Trip
"Extremely happy in this beach bach. We would come again and recommend to others :-)"

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

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Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Paraparaumu
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach and Paraparaumu ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
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"The house was fabulous and spacious. It was great having a place where my entire family could meet and we could have our dog. Thank you so much"

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

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Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
33 Amohia Street, (State Highway One), Paraparaumu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$151 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (341 reviews)
"Units were clean, tidy, spacious and comfortable. A hassle-free stay."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Paraparaumu Beach

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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.

Otaihanga
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Raumati Beach

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

Raumati Beach
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Nikau Valley

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

Nikau Valley
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Raumati South

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

Raumati South
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Maungakotukutuku

While there might not be top attractions in Maungakotukutuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park.

Maungakotukutuku

Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide

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