Website
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is home to Wellington’s most popular surf beach. The beach, which is the largest in Wellington central, is also a popular swimming destination in summer and features two Surf Lifesaving Clubs, Maranui and Lyall Bay. Lyall Bay also has a playground.
The suburb is very close to the Wellington Airport, with the runway visible from Lyall Parade and beach.
This local surf spot became a favourite of Viggo Mortenson and Billy Boyd during filming of The Lord of the Rings. If you need some gear or lessons, RealSurf Shop will sort you out. Be sure to stop by Maranui Café or Spruce Goose afterwards for a hearty feed.
It is a short walk from the beach to Dorrie Leslie Park on the western side of the bay, and beyond the Airport at Moa Point a coastal walkway leads to Tarakena Bay and the Eastern Walkway.
No strings attached.
Free to join, membership is like friendship, with benefits.
Best rate, always.
Booking direct gets you a guaranteed 10%* discount on our best rates.
Feeling perky.
Get instant discounts on stays and dining, plus lots of little extras.
Turn on notifications and be the first to know when exclusive deals and limited-time offers drop. View privacy policy
