Wrights By The Sea Motel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star motel near Paraparaumu Beach

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Luxury Studio | Balcony view
Deluxe Studio | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
One Bedroom Apartment  | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, printers
Luxury Studio | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, 5252
  • Paraparaumu Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Raumati Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Waikanae Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Executive Studio

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Unit

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 495 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Studio with Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Unit

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Paraparaumu

Paraparaumu Beach stay.With a stay at this Paraparaumu Beach motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Paraparaumu Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Also, Coastlands Shoppingtown is within 3 miles (5 km) and Southward Car Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Paraparaumu Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Raumati Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Putangirua Pinnacles - 5 min drive - 2.5 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 Intl. Airport (WLG) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Lagoon Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tuatara Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger Wisconsin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunlong Restaurant & Fast Food - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Summer Breeze Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Wrights By The Sea Motel

Family-friendly 3-star motel near Paraparaumu Beach
As a guest of Wrights By The Sea Motel, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The family-friendly Wrights By The Sea Motel also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Paraparaumu motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wrights By The Sea Motel offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Paraparaumu motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include printers and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 percent 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 cribs/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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Wrights By The Sea Motel.

National rating

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

How close is Wrights By The Sea Motel to the airport?

Wrights By The Sea Motel is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) away from the Paraparaumu (PPQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wrights By The Sea Motel on Jun 14, 2025 start from $90.49, excluding 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.

Does Wrights By The Sea Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wrights By The Sea Motel.

How close is Wrights By The Sea Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 4-minute walk from Paraparaumu Beach and 5.9 mi (10-min drive) from Waikanae Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wrights By The Sea Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Wrights By The Sea Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 13 for adults and NZD 13 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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.

Is there free parking at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Wrights By The Sea Motel have a pool?

Wrights By The Sea Motel does not have a pool.

Does Wrights By The Sea Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Wrights By The Sea Motel to downtown Paraparaumu?

Wrights By The Sea Motel is 2.1 mi away from Paraparaumu.

Wrights By The Sea Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 392 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glynnis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice place, very clean and comfortable, with super nice friendly and helpful owners who made our stay very enjoyable. Near all facilities within walking distance. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry and Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean. Reception lady was lovely,friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

garry

Traveled with family
Very modest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbarb

Very friendly and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Delia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy close to eateries and beach. Friendly helpful staff. Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Endurance Agencies

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for a family holiday. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Filiva'a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay close to the beach/eateries
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very handy to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cameron, New Plymouth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little tired but clean and tidy, and great location so good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Umang

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice and clean rooms. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with partner
Close to the beach, cafes etc to walk to. Clean and very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and neat and tye staff was super helpful. The location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great privacy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
dated needing upgrade of units
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with partner
Bed was soft and roll together in middle. Couch was a foldout that really needs replacing, one end your almost sitting on the floor, uncomfortable. Location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024