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, Silver Stream Railway and Trentham Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kaitoke
Though Kaitoke might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Karapoti Park and Birchville Park.
Akatarawa Valley
While visiting Akatarawa Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park.
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 Karapoti Park.
Totara Lodge
Great location friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great check in staff, clean modern room.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Aston Norwood
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 Feb 7, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Friendly staff, Naomi at Reception was so welcoming, spotless rooms.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Boulcott Suites
Room was clean and spacious. A/c worked great. Nice to have a washer/dryer
Reviewed on Jan 29, 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.
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.
Brewtown Upper Hutt
You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt.
New Zealand Defence College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at New Zealand Defence College as part of your travels around Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Maidstone Park
Explore the great outdoors at Maidstone Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Things to do
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
