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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)
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018
  • Trentham Racecourse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪41 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 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
Hairdryer
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) and New Zealand Defence College.
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What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Zealand Defence College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Te Papa - 24 min drive - 29.8 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

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)

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 14 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$154.14, 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. 321 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 494 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

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

Bronwyn

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the fourth stay at the Totara Lodge and i will definitely be staying again soon
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you need to stay in the upper hutt area then this place is a must, great value for money, extremely friendly staff and management, super secure parking, restaurant and a safe pub right next door and if you dont have a car the trentham train station is literally just across the road. I highly recommend the Totara Lodge and i look forward to staying again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, I stayed for one night for work, great service, clean and comfortable, I will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome in the room and the service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, nice quiet property. Everything I needed and close to what I needed to do. Loved the chocolate bar on the bed on arrival. A very nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Philip, Tauranga

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great but the breakfast was below par.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to staff in Upper Hutt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for event in Upper Hutt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, comfortable, great amenities in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, convenient Excellent friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noisey band from the pub next door on Saturday night, otherwise very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the lady who checked us in to the room itself everythings was great. Comfortable bed, lots of space & super convenient for the events we had planned that weekend. Only heard a couple of trains but sound was minimal however there is a pub next door so could hear people talking on and off but nothing crazy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, couldn’t fault it…friendly, helpful staff, a great restaurant next door and an easy commute to IRANZ.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptionally lovely and accommodating. They were flexible and customer focussed. The train is just across the road but far enough you don't hear it. The room was BIG and everything was clean. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great stay. Rooms are big plenty of space had a 2 bed apartment. Clean tidy and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, great beds, sky
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aniska

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will most definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, great beds, sky TV
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean accommodation. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024