The perfect place for a long weekend escape from Wellington, this lovely coastal town of Paraparaumu in New Zealand is a real gem. With stunning coastal views and the Paraparaumu Beach, this busy little town is bustling with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It is a paradise for nature lovers and thrill seekers. You can spend hours bird-watching, set sailing to the Kapiti Island, spend your day swimming in the Raumati beach, or go bar hopping at night. There are a lot of things you can do around here to make your vacation a memorable one! Apart from the things to do and places to see, you also need a place to stay. Discover the perfect property for your upcoming vacation by checking out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Paraparaumu, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. The Big Bach (from USD 847)
This beachfront rental property in Paraparaumu boasts three cozy rooms, each adorned with a queen-sized bed, and a fourth with a luxurious king-sized bed. Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of waves and sipping your morning coffee on the private deck with a panoramic sea view.
But that’s not all! The fully equipped kitchen is a chef’s dream, and the private hot tub offers breathtaking sea views. Stay connected with WiFi, catch your favorite shows on the TV, and keep your beachwear clean with the washing machine and dryer.
The outdoor amenities are just as impressive – two barbeque areas, one complete with an outdoor fridge, plus an array of deck options to soak up the sun. To top it off, a nine-person spa tub is available for relaxation.
Top guest reviews
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mattresses and pillows/blankets are very comfortable and premiummany gathering places for chats and the games room very popular alsothere is everything there that you could possibly need to have a fun and comfortable staythere is so much space the house is sunny and warm with a well equipped kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable stayeverywhere sparkling cleanvery clean and tidy and the outlook was incredible thanks kellydefinitely a 5 star plus accommodation impeccably cleanclean high quality right by the sea view of kapiti island and wonderful spa to soak inHost:
kelly is a wonderful hostthank you kelly for being a lovely hostkelly is an amazing host & was very helpful during the organising processfantastic house and lovely host we really enjoyed staying there and would happily visit againgreat for hosting and having a big groupRead more reviewsLocation:
an unbelievable location great accommodationsamazing location and house set up really well for large groupsgorgeous location and an amazing set upthis place is beautiful amazing location and really comfortablefantastic house in a beautiful location would be amazing in summer but regardless we had an awesome time
2. Apartment with views of Kapiti Island (from USD 89)
This top-floor Airbnb accommodation in Paraparaumu offers two spacious bedrooms, each featuring a luxurious queen-sized bed. As you step inside, you’ll be captivated by the stunning views of Kapiti Island through the expansive windows. But it doesn’t stop there - a sprawling patio invites you to soak in the serene beauty, and with private beach access, the sands are just steps away.
Craving a home-cooked meal? The fully equipped kitchen awaits your cooking adventures. For those who can’t completely disconnect, the hosts offer WiFi and a TV. Plus, the convenience of a washing machine ensures that sandy swimsuits can be promptly cleaned for another day by the waves. But that’s not all! This Airbnb in Paraparaumu Beach is also pet-friendly, so your furry friends can join in on the fun!
Top guest reviews
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comfortable light views well appointedbeautiful holiday home really spacious great view and beds really comfortablegreat open living spaces comfortable living areas and beds with all the amenities of homea lovely upstairs apartment with a stunning view it is tastefully decorated and is very well equippedwarm comfortable and perfectly located for great views and beach walksCleanliness:
an extremely clean well equipped spacious property with very comfy beds had everything we requiredeverything was clean and comfortable with a very generous range of accessories all throughbeautiful clean comfortable and well thought out space in a wonderful locationHost:
leeann was an excellent and helpful hostthe host is extremely generous and trustinganother great stay - fantastic hostshe had so much fun at the beach meeting friendly localsappreciated being able to use hosts tinfoil handee towels and salt n pepperRead more reviewsLocation:
great place & brilliant locationa perfect place for a restful break on the coastgreat location the house was amazing to stay inperfect pet friendly accommodation in super location to the beachwell equipped and comfortable place with the beach very close by
3. Cozy cottage guaranteeing a restful break (from USD 96)
A restful break awaits in this one-bedroom cottage that can sleep up to three guests. This home guarantees many ways for you to relax after a day of adventure, offering amenities like a patio, a lounge, and an equipped kitchen. No matter what you plan to do in Paraparaumu, you are promised a relaxing time throughout your stay. Finally, the beach is only a two-minute walk from the guest suite, while restaurants, shops, and the Kapiti Island tour ferry are 15 minutes away. Whether you’re here for a week or looking for a monthly rental in New Zealand, this cottage ensures a tranquil and comfortable escape.
Top guest reviews
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loved the underfloor heating in the bathroomquiet and warm and so very comfortableloved underfloor heating in bathroomthe small table was perfect to work or eat onCleanliness:
a clean and comfortable unitlovely clean rooms with plenty of spacespacious and cleanplace was very clean and had everything we neededlovely spot: sparkling clean sunny light and warmHost:
fantastic hospitality by ownersleigh was friendly & helpfulthe hosts are generous and kindleigh was very kind and such a welcoming hostthe host is friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for visiting familythe location is excellent a 15 minute walk into town with the restaurants and pubswonderfull location and my favorite part was the 2min walk to the beachbeautiful place to stay very close to the beachexcellent location so close to beach and shops close by for all your supplies and great coffee
4. Private Room in Raumati (from USD 85)
Situated near a beautiful sandy beach, this vacation rental is ideal for those who want to explore Kapiti Island & Paraparaumu. Enjoy the convenience of food in the iconic restaurants and cafes right in the neighborhood! Book this private room with a double bed and private bathroom for two guests, and experience its amenities on your own such as access to WiFi an outdoor courtyard, a private spa, private entrance, and free parking.
Top guest reviews
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nice table w chairs outside to enjoy morning coffeethe spa pool is an excellent touch and definitely needs to be taken advantage of if you visitwe had a comfortable two-night stay at the flatCleanliness:
immaculate and clean fantastic spa lots of thoughtful touches highly recommendsuper clean tidy lovely person little touchessandra’s place is homely spotlessly clean and comfortablethe bathroom is clean and there is a utility area with a fridgeclean and tidy and sandra was very welcoming on arrivalHost:
really lovely place and hostshosts are kind helpful and supportivewonderful hosts room was great very informative hostsgreat stay with a lovely hosta nice spot with great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great a short walk to the beachthe location is great and so close to the beachfantastic location just a very short walk to the beach and raumati shopsabsolutely stunning location and a perfect hideaway for a couple's trip to kapitiamazing location and awesome spa
5. Fabulous Raumati beach studio (from USD 55)
Offering easy access to the beach, cafes, and restaurant through a bit of walking, this self-contained and newly decorated Raumati Beach accommodation welcomes a couple or solo traveler with a warm and sunny atmosphere. The main room features a queen-size bed with a private bathroom, separate entrance, as well as a fridge, and tea and coffee facilities. Aside from these, book this vacation rental and get to access the WiFi, off-street parking, and the tranquil garden outdoors for relaxation.
Top guest reviews
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cozy cute cottage in a garden settingCleanliness:
clean tidy and modernnice and clean and quitevery clean cute and perfect for a night awaycomfortable clean and cosy wee spot to staysmall but comfortable if you just want a clean and quiet place to sleepHost:
linda was a very nice hostlinda was a fantastic hostlinda was an excellent host and great at communicatinglinda was very responsive and helpfullinda was a very obliging host with fast and helpful communicationsRead more reviewsLocation:
very quiet and peaceful locationprivate spot and perfect locationgreat location being walking distance to the beach and local shopsthe location was great for our interestsher instructions for finding the location were perfect
6. Beachfront private room with balcony
Situated on the beachfront, this listing is for a private room in a lovely house that gives you the privacy and comfort you will be needing for the entire duration of your stay. The room is ideal for a couple or solo traveler, and the hosts also offer shared access to the bathroom, kitchen, garden, and lounge room. The serene outdoor dining space with such beautiful views is going to keep you enamored throughout the day. The photos don’t do justice to the actual picturesque sea-views from this property!
Paraparaumu Beach, Kapiti Coast, New Zealand
3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Southward Car MuseumAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the view from the living room is stunningcomfortable room and awesome views with access to the beachvery quiet room with doors that opened to a patio that let in a beautiful breezei felt completely refreshed and rejuvenated and loved the views of the ocean and all the swimskt offers a clean big room and you even have the pleasure to sit on your private balconyCleanliness:
very clean and tidythe room is clean and comfortablethe room is basic but cleanthe room was lovely a good size very clean comfortable and with thoughtful touchesHost:
lovely home and welcoming hostsour hosts were very helpfulgreat hosts amazing coastal positionkatie is a great hostthe hosts are so incredible and kindRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location near the beachfantastic location right next to the beachsuper location next to the beachgreat location backs onto the beachcomfortable night's sleep in a lovely location
7. Two rooms in a lovely home
Situated nearby some of the best attractions of the town, this vacation rental is just the right choice to keep you comfortable and well rested for the whole duration of your stay! There are two bedrooms in this listing, offering sufficient space for three guests. You can also enjoy the complimentary dining amenities in the rental! Book this Airbnb and enjoy other amenities including access to a shared bathroom, lounge, TV, WiFi, and laundry whenever you need!
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
2.77 km (1.8 mi) from Southward Car MuseumTop guest reviews
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a wonderfully quiet home pleasant room with an electric blanketthe weather was pretty badfor the three days and the room was cosyvery comfortable room with very nice linen on twin bedsthe place is wonderful very cozy with a beautiful outside arealiz is a very genuine person am her place is comfortable and friendlyCleanliness:
a clean comfortable place to staythe room is very cleanclean and nice and generous breakfast from lizlovely clean home liz very friendly would definitely stay againthe room was very clean and bright and very comfortable to stay inHost:
she’s the perfect hostfriendly and generous hostamazing accommodation amazing host so thoughtfulliz is an awesome hostliz is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
otherwise a great locationbeautiful tastefully decorated house close to city centerhouse was great in a very central locationvery close to the shops and a sweet wee ponda great location if you plan on exploring the kapiti coast
8. Moroccan guesthouse
A newly built guesthouse, this vacation rental has a close proximity to the beach and amenities that will leave you wanting to extend your vacation! Located in the central area of the city, this gives you the ability to walk around to the local pubs, restaurants, and galleries! Book this Airbnb for three guests and enjoy your stay in a Moroccan home featuring a comfortable queen bed, a luxurious bathroom, a lovely deck, and kitchen utilities such as a fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle, microwave, cutlery, utensils, etc.
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
1.86 km (1.2 mi) from Southward Car MuseumTop guest reviews
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beautiful moroccan furnishings and a very comfy bedlovely little space with a very comfortable bed nice bathroom thoughtful breakfast foods/tea/coffee and a private decka cosy small room new bathroom with a good showerthe room was neat in general and got almost everything we neededhad everything we needed: warm amazing bed amazing showerCleanliness:
very clean quiet and peacefulthe place is very clean and the shower is excellentall you need very clean and friendlynice and clean and easy to come and gothe room was very clean stylish and perfect for a night awayHost:
lovely stay and hostsfriendly and welcoming hostwonderful space with welcoming hostsjenna was a great hostthe host offered great local advice and was very easy to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
great location - quiet but near restaurants and other shopswe had a great night away in this little quiet haven tucked away in the treesgreat bed and shower enjoyed the decor quiet at night but near facilities really enjoyed my time herewarm hospitality beautiful room close to coastlands and outstanding valuei will definitely recommend you to stay at jenna's place
9. Self-contained coastal garden studio
Located on the edge of Paraparaumu Golf Course, this vacation rental boasts stylish interiors and a lovely garden where you can unwind! With enough space for three people, this self-contained studio has three single beds and a bathroom! Complimentary breakfast is provided every morning and you can feel free to cook in the kitchen as per your convenience. Book this comfortable studio and enjoy other amenities such as a laptop-friendly workspace, WiFi, television, central heating, and essentials! Off-street parking is also available.
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
3.58 km (2.3 mi) from Southward Car Museum
10. Spacious studio near beach
A private room in a guest suite, this vacation rental in Paraparaumu gives you the vibe of the town life. Close to everything, going out and visiting the beach, shops, public transport, and restaurants is pretty convenient! Book this vacation rental for three guests and enjoy staying in a spacious air-conditioned studio with unlimited WiFi and a private entrance. Shared amenities include the use of the kitchen, bathroom, piano, and garden. You also get to serve yourself some breakfast.
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
2.79 km (1.8 mi) from Southward Car Museum
11. Private, self-contained studio
A cozy self-contained studio in Paraparaumu, this vacation rental can comfortably accommodate two guests, and it is situated five to ten minutes’ drive from the new Expressway, so arriving here will not be an issue! A simple and minimalist studio, this vacation rental offers guests a spacious room with a bed, sofa, dining, and mini-kitchen where you can prepare hot meals to enjoy your stay! Book this vacation rental and enjoy other amenities such as access to WiFi and TV, a private bathroom, a spa pool, an open deck with a gazebo, and a parking area!
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
3.55 km (2.3 mi) from Southward Car MuseumSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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there was a wonderful array of breakfast optionsthe wi-fi service was fast and the netflix access was appreciatedthe delicious brownie was a lovely touch as was the breakfast selectionthe bed was super comfy and the fact that breakfast was included was awesomenice thoughtful touches with breakfast and magazinesCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablelovely clean and comfortable accommodationexcellent quiet and sparkling clean accommodationgreat bnb super clean and comfortableso many careful and thoughtful touches such as cookies and nespresso so clean and modernHost:
great friendly hostsshe is an amazing host and we appreciated the time she took to make us feel comfortablealice is a superb hostalice was a wonderful host who was always quick to respondhosts were lovely and we also loved the dogsRead more reviewsLocation:
it's also a great locationa very nice quiet location that is just a few minutes drive from the centre of paraparaumuamazing place best place for a weekend city breakwould definitely recommend a stay here to others great location quiet but close to all we needed/wantedamazing location very friendly hosts
12. Two separate rooms in a stylish beach house
Have you ever wanted to live in a stylish beach house? Stay close to the beach while here. This rental is also an hour’s drive from Wellington and it features two private rooms with a queen-size bed in each, as well as a private bathroom, and it is equipped with a TV, library, WiFi and a deck where you can spend some leisure time. Book this vacation rental for four guests and enjoy other amenities such as the kitchen and living room.
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
6.95 km (4.4 mi) from Southward Car MuseumAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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comfortable beds very nice bathroom nice deck outsidecomfortable beds and spectacular guest bathroom with heated floorvery modern beautiful home and the facilities for guests are most comfortablethe washroom and shower room were quite modern and wonderful as wellCleanliness:
a clean and comfortable place to staysparkling clean and highly recommendednice clean place to staythe house is beautiful spotless and very comfortablethe bedroom and bath were very clean and comfy as wellHost:
lovely home and friendly hostshighly recommend this home and hostslovely home and welcoming hosts highly recommendedthey were gracious and accommodating hoststhe hosts were very friendly and opened their home to usRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautifuldrive to get to wellington and found this location perfectwonderful location—very close to the beach and parklovely location to explore the surrounding areabeautiful home and good location near by the beach
13. Village cottage near Raumati Beach
This cottage is located close to the Raumati Beach and it gives an urban, chic vibe which you may love to experience for the duration of your stay. Close to the town center, you may opt to walk the streets and visit the busy little town! Book this vacation rental and enjoy living in this peaceful cottage along with space that comfortably houses four guests in its two bedrooms. Feel free to use the WiFi to plan the rest of your vacation while staying here! This is a pet-friendly property so you can bring your trained dogs with you (outside only)!
Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
4.92 km (3.1 mi) from Southward Car MuseumAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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tv has a hdmi plug and wifi was goodthe cottage is very comfortable stylish and well stockedhad everything we needed and the beds were very comfortablelovely cosy cottage extremely comfortable beds really well equipped everything you need for a relaxing weekend breakCleanliness:
very clean comfortable and well presentedclean comfortable with everything would needextremely clean and the bed was so comfortablevery helpful cottage is clean and tastefully decoratedcomfortable beds and nice and cleanHost:
very friendly hostsgreat comfy bed and a great host emmaemma's place is fantastic and she was a welcoming and communicative hostthe host emma was very easy to deal with and always quick to respond to any questionslovely cottage really well set out and hosts it were very good to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the location as it was close to everythingfantastic location super cosy cute cottagecute and comfortable place in a great locationexcellent stay in perfect locationwonderful place in a great location
Beach paradise near Wellington
Paraparaumu is definitely a place of surprises so close to Wellington! Not just its unique name, its lovely village lifestyle will leave you amazed. Do prepare to be stunned by its natural beauty! And don’t forget to book your vacation home based on this list of top Airbnb rentals in Paraparaumu New Zealand.
If you’re looking for alternative accommodations, consider checking out Bookabach rentals in Paraparaumu for a wide selection of cozy and comfortable holiday homes.
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