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Moana Lodge - Guest House

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A room with large windows overlooking a body of water, a bed with a white comforter, a striped chair, and a view of a dock with boats. - Moana Lodge - Guest House (Porirua)
A view through a window with a sailboat model on a shelf, a bench outside, and a beach with mountains in the background. - Moana Lodge - Guest House (Porirua)
A living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a fireplace, and a sofa set. - Moana Lodge - Guest House (Porirua)
A beach with a rocky shoreline, a white building with a red roof, and houses on a hillside. - Moana Lodge - Guest House (Porirua)
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a staircase leading down to the beach. - Moana Lodge - Guest House (Porirua)
A garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Moana Lodge - Guest House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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A neatly made bed with striped bedding, a wooden headboard, and a rolled white towel.

Standard Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large window overlooking a coastal view, a bed with a striped chair, and a wooden headboard.

Seafront Queen Room (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 4 Bed Shared Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

A bunk bed room with a blue door, a chair, and a small table.

4 Bed Shared Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of the sea, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.

Twin Ocean View Room (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a headboard, a bedside table, and a lamp.

Family Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

A bedroom with a bed, a wicker chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Moana Lodge - Guest House is in Plimmerton, a neighborhood in Porirua. The Cricket Museum and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Adrenaline Forest Porirua and Trentham Camp Golf Course. Kapiti Coast Electric Tramway and Silver Stream Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Porirua travel guide
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49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington, 5026

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a stadium, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
    Hnry Stadium
    28 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • The Cricket Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Plimmerton Dog Park
    5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Plimmerton Beach
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • South Beach
    8 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Porirua Station
    18 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nish Café
    11 min drive
  • T Bay Cafe
    12 min drive
  • Ten-8 Coffee Shop
    8 min drive
  • Peppermill
    9 min drive
  • CO-OP Kitchen and Bar
    11 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Moana Lodge - Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moana Lodge - Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moana Lodge - Guest House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Moana Lodge - Guest House located?

Located in Plimmerton, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Cricket Museum, Plimmerton Beach, and South Beach. Plimmerton Dog Park and Porirua Harbour are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Moana Lodge - Guest House Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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First hostel I’ve stayed in. You guys have set the bar high. Everything from the beds to the amenities were better than some of the hotels and I have stayed at. Thank you so much for taking care of us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful view nice and clean perfect for our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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What stood out was friendly staff, the location and the looks of the place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Second visit here. Love the place. Great location, friendly staff and cosy room. Great kitchen everything you could need. Both my daughter and granddaughter give it a big thumbs up 👍 And want to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So clean, comfortable. Staff super friendly Location is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place, very clean and airy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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Nice ocean view and kind reception
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the outside dining area and the inside dining area. Everything is within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A wonderful mid 20th century renovated corner store with well appointed rooms, some over looking the sea, and nearby Mana Island. The rooms are clean, the beds are very comfortable, but what I loved most was the quaint shared facilities. I find travelling can become so impersonal, being in a situation where we were interacting with other guests was lovely, especially in the farmhouse style kitchen, mid 20th century dining room (with a 21st century large TV, and the rustic lounge room over looking the sea. We enjoyed a family meal in the courtyard, followed by a game of soccer on the beach. A wonderful stay and we will be coming back to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great view in the rooms- sleeping and common room. Very friendly and helpful staff. Tidy and clean- I enjoyed the beach on the other side of the road and the view on the waterfront- l highly recommend this hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay. Very friendly welcome on arrival. Moana Lodge is well looked after and bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, dining area and lounge are all super clean/tidy ..... feels a bit like home. Our family room looked straight across to the beach/ocean, amazing view. We were lulled to sleep by the faint sound of the waves. Excellent value for money. Cooking was a breeze with gas hobs, lots of good pots, wooden spoons, airfrier and sharp knives - a very organised kitchen with ample space to store your own food. Little cute village just down the road, with train station close by. Hustling Porurua 5 minutes away by car and an easy 25 minute drive into Wellington city. We loved our stay and will only stay here now when we visit Wellington. It is a real gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfy beds !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All excellent. Amazing views too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Big and cozy community area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Owner is so lovely and accommodating, the staff are so friendly. Venue is safe and warm and is located right across the beach, always a stunning sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to the ocean love it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Overall, awesome place. Only thing is they offer free coffee/milo/tea etc but no milk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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My first option when coming back to Wellington ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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All of theabove
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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4/10 Poor

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Beau d'extérieur et joli cadre mais c'est tout...

Hôtel avec Beaucoup de charme... Puis on y vit. Le ménage est fait très approximativement, nous sommes plus sur une auberge de jeunesse qu'une lodge. Wifi digne d'un 56k. Client qui ne respectent rien et personne ne cadre ceux qui ne respectent pas. Culotte et slip dans la salle de bain, ordinateur avec dessin animé des 6h du matin... Etc... La bâtisse est sympa bien que certaines pièces mériterait un bon rafraîchissement dont celle vu sur mer. Et surtout isoler les chambres !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ce n’est pas un hôtel!!!

Ce n’est pas 1 hôtel mais bien bâclé packers!Pas très propre et rien à proximité pour se restaurer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
nice lodge excellent location for he summer break and during the cold season.. one thing tho need one more bathroom facility..than the two thy had..otherwise i had awesome stay..
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018