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Totara Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel in Upper Hutt with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Courtyard
Lobby lounge
Reception
Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018
  • Place, Trentham Racecourse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Defence College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Upper Hutt

Located in Trentham, Totara Lodge is next to Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. This 3-star motel has 26 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tawai Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • New Zealand Defence College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pinehill Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 8 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Box - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jean's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bun Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tote - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Totara Lodge

Motel in Upper Hutt with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Totara Lodge enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Craft
  • Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per stay
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 25 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Totara Lodge
Totara Lodge Upper Hutt
Totara Upper Hutt
Totara Lodge Motel
Totara Lodge Upper Hutt
Totara Lodge Motel Upper Hutt

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Totara Lodge?

Totara Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on Jan 20, 2026 start from $103.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Totara Lodge?

This motel is situated in Trentham, just steps from Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. You'll also find Pinehill Park and Upper Hutt College Field less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Totara Lodge?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Totara Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Totara Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Totara Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Totara Lodge?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes.

Are there hot tubs at Totara Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Totara Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Totara Lodge serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis.

Will Totara Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Totara Lodge.

Does Totara Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Totara Lodge?

The closest major airport to Totara Lodge is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is 25.9 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is located 23 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Totara Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Totara Lodge.

Totara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 540 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and it had everything I needed. The bed was comfortable, it was fully stocked with tea and coffee and the motel was super close to the train station which was so beneficial if you want to travel to Wellington City
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent staff at reception for check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with the space and layout of room. Very clean and had a homely feeling. Very quiet and definitely will stay here again.
Room layout
Beautiful welcome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a one bedroom unit while visiting family in the Upper Hutt area, which was ideal as my husband often gets up very early and I prefer to sleep until at least 7 or 7.30 am. Our son was able to come and meet us in the morning so we could pick up our granddaughter and head out for the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ther Lodge was close to where family live. The staff were excellent. communicate well obliging Parking was good. Disabled facilities were excellent. Ony minor challenge was disabled rooms were in the centre of the building. A better option would be to have these rooms close to exterior doors. Room doors, while fire retardant were heavy to use. Dining room awaits a new catering team, The Tote had well priced meals easily billed to your room. Everything was tried to be easy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cm

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (near NZCIS). Secure, quiet and clean. Plenty of room and great shower!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value.

Super clean, excellent staff, great parking, warm and comfortable room, great linen and toiletries. Older motel room but well maintained and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick & Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service good room and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it, secure, & clean tidy. Loved the restaurant next door & comfortable bed. Good water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisiate

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of those accommondations that you know is good when your welcomed at reception the rest of your time is not needed to explain but with an easy feeling of comfort relief and safety. Reccommend absolutely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, Nelson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A most wonderful stay. Beautiful room with everything you need - tea and coffee options, lovely thick towels, complimentary shampoo/conditioner/body wash/body creme and best of all, a welcome bar of chocolate on my bed. Had a great meal at the bistro next door. Would 110% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room service cooked breakfast was top notch 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if in the Hutt and a tidy / clean site, inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tania, Feilding

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff but we had a disabled shower and the entire bathroom flooded. Walls aren’t sound proof at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a note to say that the bathroom mirror light in our room wasn't working. Bulb?
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025