Upper Hutt
Travel Guide





Visit Upper Hutt
Where to stay in Upper Hutt

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

Upper Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt City Library and Gillies Group Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Silverstream
While Silverstream isn't home to many top sights, Trentham Racecourse and Brewtown Upper Hutt are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wallaceville
While Wallaceville isn't home to many top sights, Brewtown Upper Hutt and Gillies Group Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mangaroa
While Mangaroa isn't home to many top sights, Brewtown Upper Hutt and Te Haukaretu Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Craigs Flat
While there might not be top attractions in Craigs Flat, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Te Haukaretu Park.

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Nice location. All worked well, good breakfast too
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Very convenient for early flights from Wellington airport with no need to walk outside to access Departures. Overall staff, hotel amenities, and room were very good. However, the washroom vent was quite noisy which was bothersome.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Great location and breakfast sadly got parking ticket outside. Unsure of what was available or not.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
The property was clean and well located with excellent communication from the staff. Since it was advertised as an apartment-hotel I was surprised to find the room was smaller and the kitchen facilities not as well equipped as many of the regular hotels I stayed in on this trip. This was a mid-point ...
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

Adina CityLife Wellington
The unit was clean, in good condition, and the beds were comfortable. Instant coffee, teabags, sweeteners, and milk were available in the room along with an electric kettle. Check in and out was simple and quick, staff were friendly and helpful. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Was right in town so had to find a park to check in and that was pretty close. The hotel was like a mini apartment and had everything you would need, including washing facilities and liquid. Right in the city.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Brewtown Upper Hutt
You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt.
Upper Hutt City Library
Upper Hutt City Library is just one of the places to see in Upper Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Gillies Group Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Gillies Group Theatre during your stay in Upper Hutt.
New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
Explore the campus of New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) during your stay in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Things to do

Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour




