Photo of Petone Beach with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Petone Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Petone Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Petone Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Petone Beach and the settlement

Photo of Petone Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.2

Good

Petone Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Petone Beach?

There are 185 places to stay in the Petone Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Petone Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=273894&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Dupont Motels</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=391017&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Champers Motor Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1798819&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Quest Petone</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2787225&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Wellington Top 10 Holiday Park</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9155581&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">NO PARTY ALLOWED, Peaceful, Spacious, central Petone, free unlimited Fibre Wi-Fi & free parking</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9439471&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Luxury 5beds and 5bedroom</a></li></ul>

Petone, New Zealand

#20 out of 26 in Wellington

7.2

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Lower Hutt • 2.9 km

Map of beach

Cafe Days Bay Pavilion

8.6 - Excellent 4.9km

Cafe Cotti Cafe

9 - Excellent 5.1km

Cafe Sea Salt Cafe & Eatery

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Cafe Chocolate Dayz Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 5.1km

Indian Restaurant Spices Indian Restaurant

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Cafe Hive

8.8 - Excellent 5.8km

Meal Takeaway Golden Palace Takeaway

7.2 - Good 5.8km

Cafe Tartines Cafe

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Ip Man Asian Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

Hiking Area Ferry Road Track - East Harbour Regional Park

4.3km

Park Williams Park

4.8km

Park 611b Marine Drive

4.9km

Park Days Bay Beach

5km

Park C L Bishop Park

5.6km

Park Negawatt park

5.6km

Park Rona Bay Beach

5.6km

Park Avalon Park

5.8km

Park Tuatoru Street

6.4km

Playground Bishop Park Playground

5.7km

Supermarket Eastbourne Dairy

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

9.6km

Museum Wellington Museum

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

9.9km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

10km

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About

Petone Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 20th place out of 26 beaches in the Wellington region 10.8 km away from its center, the city of Wellington. It is one of the beaches of Lower Hutt settlement, just 2.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Petone Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Petone Beach is located in Wellington within Lower Hutt, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the North island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+10 ^o C +6 ^o C

Air temperature

9.7 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

3.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Lower Hutt • 2.9 km

Map of beach

Cafe Days Bay Pavilion

8.6 - Excellent 4.9km

Cafe Cotti Cafe

9 - Excellent 5.1km

Cafe Sea Salt Cafe & Eatery

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Cafe Chocolate Dayz Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 5.1km

Indian Restaurant Spices Indian Restaurant

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Cafe Hive

8.8 - Excellent 5.8km

Meal Takeaway Golden Palace Takeaway

7.2 - Good 5.8km

Cafe Tartines Cafe

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Ip Man Asian Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

Hiking Area Ferry Road Track - East Harbour Regional Park

4.3km

Park Williams Park

4.8km

Park 611b Marine Drive

4.9km

Park Days Bay Beach

5km

Park C L Bishop Park

5.6km

Park Negawatt park

5.6km

Park Rona Bay Beach

5.6km

Park Avalon Park

5.8km

Park Tuatoru Street

6.4km

Playground Bishop Park Playground

5.7km

Supermarket Eastbourne Dairy

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

9.6km

Museum Wellington Museum

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

9.9km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

10km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

460m from the beach

7.3 Good

Foreshore Motor Lodge

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 3km from center

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500m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Quest Petone

Serviced Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 2.7km from center

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660m from the beach

9 Excellent

Ava Lodge

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 2.3km from center

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870m from the beach

7.5 Very good

83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 3.3km from center

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1.1km from the beach

6.4 Pleasant

Dupont Motels

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 2.4km from center

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NO PARTY ALLOWED, Peaceful, Spacious, central Petone, free unlimited Fibre Wi-Fi & free parking

1.3km from the beach

7.9 Very good

NO PARTY ALLOWED, Peaceful, Spacious, central Petone, free unlimited Fibre Wi-Fi & free parking

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 1.7km from center

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2.4km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Luxury 5beds and 5bedroom

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 1.8km from center

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2.6km from the beach

5.9 Pleasant

Champers Motor Inn

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 940m from center

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2.6km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Asure Fernhill Motor Lodge

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 960m from center

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2.6km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Wellington Top 10 Holiday Park

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 2.7km from center

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2.8km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Hutt Central

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 470m from center

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2.9km from the beach

6.1 Pleasant

Riddiford Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Lower Hutt • 320m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Lower Hutt • 2.9km

Main locality of province

Wellington • 10.8km

Transport

Airport

WLG • 12.5km

Bus Station

Wellington Airport • 12.5km

Train Station

Petone Station • 1.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Avalyn Elise

10 Exceptional

We had an absolutely amazing day at Petone beach. The sun was shining and the kids had a blast.

March 2024

Lysander Thorne

10 Exceptional

Petone's Oriental Bay is even better than expected! The beach stretches about 1.5km and offers ample free parking and picnic areas. It's a popular spot for dog walkers and regular walkers alike, making it a perfect destination on a sunny day.

March 2024

Kai Stone

8 Very good

This beach is great on a sunny day! There's a coffee shop at one end, room to walk your dog, and a playground at the other end. The boardwalk is bustling with activity.

March 2024

Kavin Thirumalai

10 Exceptional

This beach is a fantastic spot for a leisurely stroll, with a refreshing sea breeze. It's a great place for people and their pets to enjoy the cool air. Dogs can roam freely, play, and have a great time. In the mornings and evenings, the mist envelops the mountains, creating a beautiful sight to behold.

March 2024

Lorelei Marlowe

6 Pleasant

Well, I suppose it all depends on what you're looking for in a beach. It's long, easy to get to, dog-friendly, has a great view, and is close to the Jackson Street shops. However, coming from Christchurch, I have to say that Petone Beach doesn't quite measure up to Sumner or New Brighton beaches, which I consider to be 5-star beaches. When I think of a beach, I think of sunbathing, playing in the sand, and swimming as my top priorities. While Petone Beach does offer easy access to water, shops, a nice view, and space for dogs, the sand is full of shells, broken shells, and sticks, making it difficult to walk barefoot. The water may be warm, but it's visibly dirty. Personally, I don't think it deserves more than 3 stars. However, it's great for running and the view is absolutely stunning.

March 2024

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Petone Beach?

Petone Beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Petone Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Petone Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Petone Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Petone Beach is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Petone Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Petone Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Petone Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Petone Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Petone Beach?

Petone Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Petone Beach?

The bar is located right on the Petone Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Petone Beach?

There are 185 places to stay in the Petone Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Petone Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Petone Beach from parking?

The Petone Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Petone Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Petone Beach is February. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Petone Beach (North island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Petone Beach (North island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.