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Wrights By The Sea Motel

3.0 star property
Suburban motel in Paraparaumu with free parking

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Luxury Studio | Balcony view
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, printers
Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Luxury Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Close to the shores of Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, Wrights By The Sea Motel invites you to unwind with a leisurely stay. Enjoy in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking, laundry facilities, helpful multilingual staff and continental breakfast.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NT$2,792
NT$3,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11

Room options

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Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Executive Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Family Unit

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Luxury Studio with Balcony

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Family Unit

  • Sleeps 5

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Paraparaumu Beach, a neighborhood in Paraparaumu, Wrights By The Sea Motel is in the suburbs and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Coastlands Shoppingtown, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Paraparaumu Beach and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Southward Car Museum and Waikanae Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, 5252

What's nearby

  • Paraparaumu Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Raumati Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Southward Car Museum - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Porirua Station - 30 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hudsons (Coastlands Shopping Centre) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪the Remedy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery Kapiti - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Wrights By The Sea Motel

Family-friendly motel near Paraparaumu Beach
Located close to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve and Coastlands Shoppingtown, Wrights By The Sea Motel provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Wrights By The Sea Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and printers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cribs
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

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

Is Wrights By The Sea Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 2025/9/2, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wrights By The Sea Motel on 2025/9/10 start from NT$2,792, 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.

How much is parking at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wrights By The Sea Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Wrights By The Sea Motel located?

This family-friendly Paraparaumu motel is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Paraparaumu Beach and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Coastlands Shoppingtown and Southward Car Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Wrights By The Sea Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 399 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

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely motel close to the sea and shops, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Adequate for what we needed and handy to cafes and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy booking and instructions
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Delia

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

6/10 Okay

Sharron

Cosy but couldn’t turn taps on or off.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry and Suzanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had no view like the picture shows. My Mum really wanted a view but we could only see the next door neighbour. BUT everything else was great and the location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property that was perfectly located for a function we were attending. It had everything we need. A very minor point is an extractor fan in the bathroom would be useful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accomm for wedding event

Great loxation. Lovely owner and assistant ( young daughter) Comfortable accom. Yes it is a littke old but impeccably clean Would nit hesitate to re book
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and comfy place to stay, so close to the beach and shops.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

10/10 Excellent

Umang

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

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wrights by the Sea Deluxe studio was very clean and tidy. Had lots of space and large kitchen space. We had booked the room for a couple for the night but after seeing the room we could absolutely fit the 3 children next time we come back. We would book again. Happy with our stay, easy communication, clean and close to Kapiti shops and park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

garry

Very modest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay

A great place to stay. Great amenities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot - room really well equipped and a great feel to it. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This suited out requirements, quiet, convenient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024