Photo of Lyall Bay with gray sand surface

Photo of Lyall Bay with turquoise pure water surface

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7.9

Very good

Lyall Bay

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Lyall Bay?

There are 153 places to stay in the Lyall Bay area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Lyall Bay include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6882138&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=273367&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bella Vista Motel Wellington</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=300966&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marksman Motor Inn</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3018768&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Felina Apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5667231&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">U Suites Kilbirnie</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7180548&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waterfront 2-bed cottage, Karaka Bays</a></li></ul>

Island Bay, New Zealand

#7 out of 26 in Wellington

7.9

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Wellington • 4.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant ESSC EATS

9.2 - Excellent 8.4km

Bar Eastbourne Football Club

9 - Excellent 8.4km

Restaurant Ip Man Asian Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 8.9km

Meal Takeaway Piranha Seafoods

5.8 - Pleasant 8.9km

Indian Restaurant Spices Indian Restaurant

9 - Excellent 8.9km

Meal Takeaway Golden Palace Takeaway

7.2 - Good 8.9km

Cafe Hive

8.8 - Excellent 8.9km

Cafe Tartines Cafe

9 - Excellent 8.9km

Cafe Chocolate Dayz Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 9.9km

Zoo Wellington Zoo

1.4km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

5.5km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

5.7km

Park Muritai foreshore

6.9km

Park Wahine Memorial

7km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

7.5km

Park Greenwood Park

7.7km

Park Butterfly Creek

8km

Park H W Shortt Recreation Ground

8.4km

Playground Bishop Park Playground

9km

Supermarket Eastbourne Dairy

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

3km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

4.5km

Museum Wellington Museum

5.1km

Museum Cable Car Museum

5.4km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

6km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

4.8km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

3.1km

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About

Lyall Bay is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 7th place out of 26 beaches in the Wellington region 4.8 km away from its center, the city of Wellington. It is one of the beaches of Wellington settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need 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.

Lyall Bay coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

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

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Freyberg Beach, which has a rating of 8.

Lyall Bay is located in Wellington within Wellington, 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

+12 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

6.6 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

2.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Wellington • 4.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant ESSC EATS

9.2 - Excellent 8.4km

Bar Eastbourne Football Club

9 - Excellent 8.4km

Restaurant Ip Man Asian Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 8.9km

Meal Takeaway Piranha Seafoods

5.8 - Pleasant 8.9km

Indian Restaurant Spices Indian Restaurant

9 - Excellent 8.9km

Meal Takeaway Golden Palace Takeaway

7.2 - Good 8.9km

Cafe Hive

8.8 - Excellent 8.9km

Cafe Tartines Cafe

9 - Excellent 8.9km

Cafe Chocolate Dayz Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 9.9km

Zoo Wellington Zoo

1.4km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

5.5km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

5.7km

Park Muritai foreshore

6.9km

Park Wahine Memorial

7km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

7.5km

Park Greenwood Park

7.7km

Park Butterfly Creek

8km

Park H W Shortt Recreation Ground

8.4km

Playground Bishop Park Playground

9km

Supermarket Eastbourne Dairy

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

3km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

4.5km

Museum Wellington Museum

5.1km

Museum Cable Car Museum

5.4km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

6km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

4.8km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

3.1km

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Located at nearest locality

Wellington • 5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

What to do in Lyall Bay? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Lyall Bay is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Lyall Bay welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

1.8km 23 min walk

Princess Beach Princess Beach

7.1 Good

2.4km

Island Bay Beach Island Bay Beach

7.9 Very good

3.2km

Breaker Bay Breaker Bay

8 Very good

3.6km

Owhiro Bay Beach Owhiro Bay Beach

6.9 Good

4.3km

Freyberg Beach Freyberg Beach

8 Very good

4.8km

Scorching Bay Beach Scorching Bay Beach

8 Very good

6.3km

Pencarrow Head Beach Pencarrow Head Beach

7.1 Good

7km

Camp Bay Camp Bay

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Wellington • 4.8km

Main locality of province

Wellington • 4.8km

Transport

Airport

WLG • 880m

Bus Station

Wellington Airport • 1.4km

Train Station

Wellington Station • 5.7km

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7.9 Very good

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Lyall Bay?

The coastline of Lyall Bay is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Lyall Bay?

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

The Lyall Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Lyall Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Lyall Bay are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Lyall Bay for swimming is positive.

Is the Lyall Bay 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 and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Lyall Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Lyall Bay 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 Lyall Bay?

Lyall Bay can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Lyall Bay?

The bar is located right on the Lyall Bay.

What is the closest accommodation to the Lyall Bay?

There are 153 places to stay in the Lyall Bay area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Lyall Bay include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Lyall Bay from parking?

The Lyall Bay 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Lyall Bay?

There are 3 attractions near Lyall Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Wētā Cave located in 3.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Lyall Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Lyall Bay 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?

Lyall Bay (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.Lyall Bay (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.