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Princess Bay

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Princess Bay is at Wellington south coast, New Zealand in Wellington, New Zealand.

Rocky south-coast bay with seals often nearby. Shore type: rock. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
14 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
1.54 m
Shoreline
site.features.rock
Region
Wellington
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Princess Bay?

Wellington south coast, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

rock

Which region is it in?

Wellington, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
14°
9°
Wind 58 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
15°
8°
Wind 38 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
14°
10°
Wind 38 km/h
UV index 4
23/09
10°
8°
Wind 42 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
13°
7°
Wind 22 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
14°
8°
Wind 25 km/h
UV index 4
26/09
15°
10°
Wind 52 km/h
UV index 6

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
17.3°
Feb
17.5°
Mar
16.7°
Apr
16.8°
May
15.3°
Jun
15°
Jul
12.8°
Aug
13°
Sep
13.6°
Oct
14.1°
Nov
15.6°
Dec
17.3°

Places to stay nearby

Oriental Bay At Its Best

Stay near Oriental Bay
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2.3 km

Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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3.1 km

The Viv Hotel Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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1.6 km

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

Stay near Oriental Bay
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2.6 km

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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974 m

Best Western Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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960 m

Mantra Central Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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703 m

Bolton Hotel

Stay near Oriental Bay
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2.2 km

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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2.3 km

Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay

Stay near Oriental Bay
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3 km

Bay Plaza Hotel

Stay near Oriental Bay
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3.3 km

Sofitel Wellington

Stay near Oriental Bay
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3.8 km

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