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Totara Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel in Upper Hutt with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)
Courtyard
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June

Explore the area

Map
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018
  • Trentham Racecourse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Pinehill Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
7 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Upper Hutt

At Totara Lodge you'll be within steps of Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Trentham motel include Pinehill Park and New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS).
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What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • New Zealand Defence College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pinehill Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 24 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinns Post Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tote - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gerrys Charcoal Chicken & Cooked Seafoods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bun Factory - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Totara Lodge

Motel in Upper Hutt with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Totara Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Upper Hutt motel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Totara Lodge offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Cot (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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 per cent

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Totara Lodge?

Totara Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of 15 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on 18 Jun 2025 start from NZ$180.00, including 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.

Is parking available at Totara Lodge?

Yep, Totara Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Totara Lodge?

The closest beach to Totara Lodge is Plimmerton Beach (15.4 km).

Is Totara Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Totara Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Totara Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Totara Lodge?

No, Totara Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Totara Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Totara Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Totara Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Totara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 507 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 507 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 507 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 507 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 507 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

Richard, Motueka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, roomy and a very friendly young lady on reception duties.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raewyn

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room with all that you need. Nothing much within walking distance for shopping etc
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared, Pacific Pines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay, friendly staff, who accommodated our very late arrival. Our room was wonderful! Comfy bed and great shower. They provided a great assortment of toiletries and plenty of towels. We had a great selection of teas, coffee and sugar options. We were very happy with our entire stay 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Good sized rooms. Keypad required to open gate to units which provides improved vehicle security. The Bar next door has surprisingly good wood fired pizzas
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean, recommended to others
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect venue...quiet clean and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

T A

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely friendly staff, very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hassle, no surprises
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable convenient accommodation with excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Travelled with partner
Great size room - comfy bed - aircon - security gates! Very nice place to stay and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great next to a bar and dining. Good parking and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Good location for the races & Cars inc, both of these things is way we were in the area. The room was large, clean and private.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, large room, super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for work stop over, recommended to all
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to trentham race course and train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gayna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 1 bedroom unit had a great layout, was very clean, and secure with gated access.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team were very accomodating and kept me up to date. The room was very clean with a great outdoor area to relax. There was a good choice of hot drinks provided. The location was very good as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

R

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Way bigger and better than you’d expect for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean tidy comfortable room, friendly professional service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

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

highly recommended accommodation

Excellent stay. Very clean and well appointed unit. Plenty of room . Good location. Very quite. Have stayed here several times before and rooms have been consistently very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024