Upper Hutt Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Upper Hutt

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Trentham

Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Moonshine Park.

Trentham
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Silverstream

When in Silverstream, you can plan a visit to Trentham Racecourse and Trentham Camp Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Silverstream
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Upper Hutt Central

While visiting Upper Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hutt City Council and Gillies Group Theatre.

Upper Hutt Central
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Wallaceville

While Wallaceville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Upper Hutt City Council and Gillies Group Theatre.

Wallaceville
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Akatarawa Valley

If you're spending some time in Akatarawa Valley, Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Cloustonville Park are top sights worth seeing.

Akatarawa Valley
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Kaitoke

While Kaitoke isn't home to many top sights, Kartsport Wellington and Macaskill Lakes are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kaitoke
Wallaceville Motor Lodge

Wallaceville Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
2 Wallaceville Road, Upper Hutt
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and room was large. Bed was comfortable and had all faciliities. Will stay here again"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

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Wallaceville Motor Lodge
Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge

3 out of 5
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt
The price is £71 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£71
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (518 reviews)
"Great location (near NZCIS). Secure, quiet and clean. Plenty of room and great shower!"

Reviewed on 1 Sep 2025

Totara Lodge
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is £80 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£80
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Location is very good and the view over the harbour was lovely. We liked that the bathroom separated to two beds so felt more like an apartment. Not enough seating for a potential of 4 guests and the shower flooded onto the bathroom floor. Also the bathroom ceiling needs a paint. Appreciated having ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
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Charming home with fantastic location

Charming home with fantastic location

Upper Hutt, Wellington
Stay at this golf holiday home in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Heretaunga Players and Golder's Cottage are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

Charming home with fantastic location
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,346 reviews)
Decent for the price
"Well priced and really clean.... strange and slightly overpowering smell of air fresher in the room though. Good facilities"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD, Wellington
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (457 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean. I liked the gym too."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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Popular places to visit

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

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.

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

Trentham Racecourse

Catch an event at Trentham Racecourse during your trip to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Trentham Racecourse

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.

New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)

Gillies Group Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Gillies Group Theatre on your trip to Upper Hutt.

Gillies Group Theatre

Trentham Camp Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Upper Hutt at Trentham Camp Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Trentham Camp Golf Course

Harcourt Park

Explore the great outdoors at Harcourt Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.

Harcourt Park

Things to do

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

£87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

£87
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

£196
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
Sleepy Seal at the Cape Palliser Seal Colony

Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

£470
per adult
Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington
Cheers! Moy Hall Wines, Martinborough.

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

£444
per adult
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Coffee roasting at Ripe Coffee Roasters.

A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

£474
per adult
A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour
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Tararua Forest Park