Upper Hutt Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
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Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, New Zealand.
So easily accessible from Wellington, the Dobson Circuit taking in Smiths Creek is one of many lovely little day hikes in Tararuas Forest Park. Parts of it feel like you're wandering through a mythical forest - look out for goblins!

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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 Whakatiki Buffer Reserve.

Trentham
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Upper Hutt Central

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

Upper Hutt Central
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Silverstream

When in Silverstream, you can plan a visit to Trentham Racecourse and Brewtown Upper Hutt, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Silverstream
Great place for camping is here at the Kaitoke Regional Park. During the day choose one of the tracks and enjoy in the beautiful nature. Walk over the swingbridge is always a good idea, isn't it? :)

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Kaitoke

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

Kaitoke
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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.

Craigs Flat
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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 Brewtown Upper Hutt and Gillies Group Theatre.

Wallaceville
Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge

3 out of 5
68 Ararino Street, Trentham Upper Hutt
The price is AU$174 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$174
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (544 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean and spacious room in a very well looked after decor. You can tell the team and owners really take pride and care in what they do

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Totara Lodge
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is AU$200 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$200
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The only thing that made this room good was location to the airport, unfortunately there were too many negatives. The shower was filthy, the sheets weren’t overly clean. No restaurant or even “snack” option as we arrived after 10pm and to top it off we were right next to a generator that went on ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$125 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$125
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,711 reviews)
All the above

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aston Norwood

Aston Norwood

3.5 out of 5
1747 State Hwy 2 Upper Hutt Wellington
Stay at this chalet in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kartsport Wellington and Macaskill Lakes are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
As they say - little things count! Positives - lovely location/ setting, great value breakfast Negativities/ fridge didn’t work so milk left for me curdled 🤔, glasses and coffee ☕️ cup selection limited ( $20 at the Sally’s would sort that out ) & no toilet paper 🤔

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Aston Norwood
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,475 reviews)
The location is excellent and so central. There are shops, restaurants and amenities such as the cable car moments away.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

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 aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (523 reviews)
Space was great. Could have been cleaner. Generally very happy.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Upper Hutt

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 18%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 64%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very friendly people and some awesome views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Did not see much were there for a two day Line dancing Workshop and was at the hall all day and two nights Only wish we had spent two nights at Wallaceville. It was such a great experience and such a lovely place to spend one night.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We were here for only one day, for a family funeral, so we had very little spare time. We were grateful for a restful and beautiful place to stay.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Had great breakfast at Café Rome

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful part of the country to visit

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