Photo of Princess Beach with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Princess Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Princess Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Princess Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Princess Beach located in natural area

Photo of Princess Beach backed by cliffs

7.1

Good

Princess Beach

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

There are 148 places to stay in the Princess Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Princess Beach 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=3673744&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">City Edge Nest</a></li></ul>

Island Bay, New Zealand

#22 out of 26 in Wellington

7.1

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Perfect for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Wellington • 6.2 km

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Zoo Wellington Zoo

2.5km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

6.3km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

6.7km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

8.5km

Park Muritai foreshore

8.9km

Park Wahine Memorial

9km

Park Greenwood Park

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

5.1km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

5.8km

Museum Wellington Museum

6.3km

Museum Cable Car Museum

6.5km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

6.6km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

6km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

4.5km

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About

Princess Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 22th place out of 26 beaches in the Wellington region 6.2 km away from its center, the city of Wellington. It is one of the beaches of Wellington settlement, just 6.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Princess Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, 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.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Breaker Bay, which has a rating of 8.

Princess Beach (Wellington) is located outside the Wellington settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the North island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Princess Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

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 outside the settlement

Wellington • 6.2 km

Map of beach

Zoo Wellington Zoo

2.5km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

6.3km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

6.7km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

8.5km

Park Muritai foreshore

8.9km

Park Wahine Memorial

9km

Park Greenwood Park

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

5.1km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

5.8km

Museum Wellington Museum

6.3km

Museum Cable Car Museum

6.5km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

6.6km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

6km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

4.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Wellington • 1.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Lyall Bay Lyall Bay

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Owhiro Bay Beach Owhiro Bay Beach

6.9 Good

4.2km

Breaker Bay Breaker Bay

8 Very good

5.9km

Freyberg Beach Freyberg Beach

8 Very good

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Pencarrow Head Beach Pencarrow Head Beach

7.1 Good

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Scorching Bay Beach Scorching Bay Beach

8 Very good

8.2km

Camp Bay Camp Bay

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Wellington • 6.2km

Main locality of province

Wellington • 6.2km

Transport

Airport

WLG • 2.4km

Bus Station

Wellington Airport • 2.5km

Train Station

Wellington Station • 7.2km

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Questions and answers

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

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. 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 rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Princess Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Princess 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 Princess Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Princess Beach is partially protected from waves.

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

Is the Princess Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Princess Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Princess Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Princess Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Princess Beach?

There are 148 places to stay in the Princess Beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Princess Beach from parking?

The Princess 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 Princess Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Princess 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?

Princess 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.Princess 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.