Considered one of the finest links golf courses in the southern hemisphere, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course plays through rolling duneland on the Kapiti Coast.
Key Facts on Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course
- Number of holes: 18
- Par: 71
- Level of difficulty: Challenging
- Year opened: 1949
- Awards: Ranked 71 in the world by US Golf Magazine and places within Golf Digest’s “World’s 100 greatest golf courses” list
Discover Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course
Designed by champion golfer Alex Russell, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club has gained worldwide acclaim. From hosting the New Zealand open 12 times to consistently ranking within the top 100 courses in the world, Paraparaumu Beach serves up a memorable experience every time.
The superb layout of the traditional links course provides challenge and intrigue, with firm and true greens shaping the natural dunes. Undulating fairways, meticulously sculpted greens, and deep pot bunkers characterise the course, which captures the coastal beauty of its surrounds. Wind is a significant factor, requiring strategic plays and precision.
Offering a warm welcome to members and visitors alike, Paraparaumu Beach is golf at its purest.
On-Site Facilities
The clubhouse at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course includes locker rooms and a bar and restaurant, with a verandah overlooking the eighteenth green.
From cabinet food and menu items to a well-stocked bar, the clubhouse offers a wide range of food and drinks for golfers throughout the day.
The Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course Experience
Stay – Wellington
Bolton Hotel
Stylish and chic, Bolton Hotel offers an oasis of luxury in the heart of Wellington. From spacious, well-appointed rooms to guest facilities that include a lap pool and sauna, Bolton Hotel is the perfect central accommodation.
Sightseeing & Excursions
With a charming, walkable town centre packed with museums, galleries, boutique shops, and fine dining establishments, Wellington is a haven for art and culture. Wander along Cuba Street, visit Te Papa Museum or Weta Workshop, ride the Wellington Cable Car, stroll through the botanic gardens, or take in the views from the top of Mount Victoria.
Other excursions include Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary, Wellington Lord of the Rings tours, and the nearby Martinborough wine village.
Experience Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course with our New Zealand Golf ours
Wellington makes an appearance in the following:
The longer duration allows time for golfers to play all the top courses on the North Island, from the Bay of Islands down to Wellington. This itinerary includes both Paraparaumu Beach Golf Course and Royal Wellington Golf Course for a comprehensive Wellington golf experience. Get in touch with us to start planning your next New Zealand Golf Trip.
