Title: Akatarawa Valley Travel Guide: Best of Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Akatarawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Akatarawa-Valley-Hotels.d693193224746532864.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Upper Hutt](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Akatarawa Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Akatarawa-Valley.d693193224746532864.Car-Hire-Guide)[Akatarawa Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Akatarawa-Valley.d693193224746532864.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Akatarawa Valley Travel Guide ## Upper Hutt ![Photo by Adele Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8849206babccb1a1d84d73832d018113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Adele Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8849206babccb1a1d84d73832d018113.jpg) ![Photo by Adele Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dbb9102822101d5c582f165f409f0b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Adele Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dbb9102822101d5c582f165f409f0b04.jpg) ![Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b2ac952012184bcf485b5119a7343a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b2ac952012184bcf485b5119a7343a63.jpg) ![Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9ff73b657b883ed816c277e093aa7381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9ff73b657b883ed816c277e093aa7381.jpg) ![Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9f019fc1c8b7fa70a70ba32a076f2721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Rajesh Rathod](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9f019fc1c8b7fa70a70ba32a076f2721.jpg) ## Visit Akatarawa Valley Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Upper Hutt travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Hutt.dx6135549) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Staglands Wildlife Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8849206babccb1a1d84d73832d018113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Staglands Wildlife Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Staglands Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Staglands-Wildlife-Reserve-Akatarawa-Valley.d553248621532610600.Attraction) #### Karapoti Park Explore the great outdoors at Karapoti Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karapoti-Park-Akatarawa-Valley.d890195102696677376.Attraction) #### Cloustonville Park Explore the great outdoors at Cloustonville Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cloustonville-Park-Akatarawa-Valley.d890194945026498560.Attraction) #### Trentham Racecourse You can take time to visit Trentham Racecourse during your travels to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trentham-Racecourse-Trentham.d6286120.Attraction) #### New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) Enjoy the student vibe at New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) as part of your travels around Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Zealand-Campus-Of-Innovation-And-Sport-Trentham.d890195645869551616.Attraction) #### Brewtown Upper Hutt You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brewtown-Upper-Hutt-Maidstone.d982579351520403456.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285843/10b27a5e-9e36-4e00-a833-0cf380200a53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-mountain-bike-explorer-cycle-tour.a45285843.activity-details) ![Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1397354/2fb2bf22-8eb5-455f-ab9f-3c32235bc800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-mountain-bike-explorer-cycle-tour.a1397354.activity-details) ![Lunch and wine tastings at Le Gra Vineyard.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4003041/8695c87e-6af5-41b8-8f30-15cc4bdbd82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington £448 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-wairarapa-wine-delights-tour-from-wellington.a4003041.activity-details) ![South African rugby supporters on tour at Panhead brewery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760658/87b1d67f-4115-497b-9da7-20cb11cc625d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour £156 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-wellington-craft-beer-full-day-tour.a1760658.activity-details) ![Inspecting a live beehive at Greytown Honey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4003929/2cb08bf1-b961-4943-8cce-59070e5cb5d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington £457 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-martinborough-foodie-delights-tour-from-wellington.a4003929.activity-details) ![Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49101608/94cfa018-d4dc-453a-afbd-f50fe5cf4564.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour £129 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a49101608.activity-details) [See all activities in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Akatarawa Valley ![Champers Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8180000/8170100/8170036/aa28a461_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Champers Motor Inn 6-10 Pharazyn Street Lower Hutt Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £48 28 Jan - 29 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Dowse Art Museum and Wellington City Walkways are located ... 6.8/10 (272 reviews) safe, great rooms, friendly staff, easy check in. just lacking attention to detail on cleaning, but nothing major. love staying here Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026&selected=8170036&PinnedHotelID=8170036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) ![Copthorne Resort Solway Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1240000/1233500/1233453/1cc600de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Copthorne Resort Solway Park 246 High Street South Masterton £76 21 Jan - 22 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Masterton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Room was spotless and very spacious! Pool was very clean! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=1233453&PinnedHotelID=1233453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) ![The Angus Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105384500/105384458/a6fe783b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angus Hotel 5 Cornwall St Lower Hutt Wellington £54 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (153 reviews) Booked twin standard room. Staff very helpful, at Checking in & was easy . Room spotless. We dined at Pickels Perch , lovely lady who served us , food delicious. Will book again in future Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=105384458&PinnedHotelID=105384458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) ![BKs Premier Motel Esplanade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5770000/5761700/5761663/4238cb63_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BKs Premier Motel Esplanade 7 Tory St Lower Hutt £83 19 Jan - 20 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (589 reviews) Clean and comfortable. A bit street noise and the room smelled of old carpet. Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=5761663&PinnedHotelID=5761663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) ![Quest Petone](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15460000/15460000/15459972/facb2f3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Petone 40-42 Richmond Street Lower Hutt Wellington £58 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews) Parking - The parking spots are tight but secure. Parking is $15 a day, but was worgh it in Petone. The room was somewhat dated. The kitchen was a very small kitchenette, but it had a full size refrigerator. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=15459972&PinnedHotelID=15459972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) ![Settlers Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/907100/907069/335ce34e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Settlers Motor Lodge 83-85 Hutt Road, Petone Lower Hutt £47 19 Jan - 20 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ... 6.6/10 (461 reviews) yes Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=907069&PinnedHotelID=907069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693193224746532864) [See all 606 properties in Akatarawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026®ionId=693193224746532864) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Hutt-Kaitoke.dx693193543867150336) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akatarawa While there might not be top attractions in Akatarawa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Karapoti Park and Te Marua Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Hutt-Akatarawa.dx693193219034238976) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Te Marua While visiting Te Marua, you might make a stop by sights like Te Marua Golf Club and Macaskill Lakes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Hutt-Te-Marua.dx693193256059109376) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Craigs Flat While Craigs Flat may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Hutt-Craigs-Flat.dx693193237390135296) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Timberlea While visiting Timberlea, you might make a stop by sights like Gentian Reserve and Benge Hall Park. 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