What's it like in Papakowhai?

Travellers to Porirua's Papakowhai neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.

Where is the best place to stay in Papakowhai?

For your stay in Papakowhai, Aotea Lodge is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Papakowhai, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Papakowhai.

What can I see and do in this Porirua neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Papakowhai include Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum. Make a stop at Petite Martinique and Belmont Regional Park while you're sightseeing around the area.

Top 10 Papakowhai Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Papakowhai

"We really liked the front desk woman she was wonderful ,however they had run out of milk and were going to get us some but none arrived ,to be fair we were only there for one night so not a big deal . The property is in dire need of some ongoing maintenance ,ie walls where fixtures have been moved have holes in , carpet and mats ragged in places ,entry doors and windows to rooms have not been cleaned since goodness’s knows when ."

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"Janice and Brett were marvellous. The room was absolutely spotless. Like a new pin. Lovely breakfast. Great value "

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2 Mar - 3 Mar

"Very convenient to airport- walk through. Nicely furnished hotel and room. Parking discounts. New hotel. Check in pleasant. Great stay for early flight departures. "

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24 Feb - 25 Feb

"We were going to airport very early in the morning and this property was sufficient for our needs "

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"The food was tasty and the location was very convenient! "

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21 Feb - 22 Feb

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Loved the close proximity to the hospital nothing was a problem and very safe parking for my vehicle."

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3 Mar - 4 Mar

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

"The property was a great size and the beds were extremely comfortable. Reception staff were great."

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"Old building is well kept. The staff is always available to assist as needed, any time in 24 hours. Managee Mtchel has been great during our stay at the hotel."

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24 Feb - 25 Feb

"Comfortable and clean. Great location. Able to park on site. "

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2 Mar - 3 Mar

"We had a great overnight stay at the Bella Vista! The managers were very friendly and offered some helpful tips when we told them we were heading to the South Island after checking out. The motel is in a really nice part of Wellington with a nice cafe a short walk away and great restaurants a bit further up the hill. Would definitely stay there again."

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

"The bedroom was nicely furnished."

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13 Mar - 14 Mar

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

"Handy to central Wellington. Staff friendly and helpful. "

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19 Feb - 20 Feb

Daily continental breakfast (NZD 25 per person)

"Clean and inexpensive met all my needs."

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

"A great location and well set up for our family of 5. Could be a bit cleaner and a bit tired in areas."

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"Check in a breeze. Room ok overlooking a grotty empty lot. Room dusty shower dirty, room needed a thorough clean"

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

In-room safe, individually furnished, blackout curtains, soundproofing

"Great location and amazing staff. Large room with extra large TV. Only 2 complaints. No coffee in the room (plenty of tea) and the bar closed at 10pm even though it was filled with patrons. "

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine

"Great place to stay very clean and tidy.Great staff."

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

"Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Good amenities. A bit of a walk to find other dining options. Heated pool is not heated, but good on a hot day. "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar