Totara Lodge

3.0 star property
Upper Hutt motel in Trentham with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Totara Lodge

Exterior
Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)
Courtyard
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Double Room

Highlights

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

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

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. .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.

What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Upper Hutt City Council - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Maidstone Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive - 28.0 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

Upper Hutt motel in Trentham 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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Craft
  • Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis

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

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 15 to 20 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
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 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on 2 Dec 2024 start from AU$152.94, 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 at Totara Lodge.

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. 296 out of 462 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 462 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 462 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 462 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 462 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great beds, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasman

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely enjoyed my stay!!! Thank you for having us there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with family
Great location friendly staff great service and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SERGUEI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is in the convinient place of Upper Hutt close to NewWold shoping centre and to the entrance to Highway 2 to drive to Wellington or to Low Hutt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, warm room Secure carpark
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilly

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and big room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
well appointed motel , not impressed with other guest who commandeered all car parks 3 motor bikes large trailer and suv
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hyrum

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the well-kept facilities! Definitely worth a lot more than we paid. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

m

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you in the area fantastic place to stay . Just the 1 night and was very happy . Great food and drinks in attached tavern . Spacey clean well serviced rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, clean and tdy. Great parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More than I expected!
Nice big room with a private little courtyard out back. Well appointed room kitchenette and bathroom. Really good to have a proper walk-in shower that worked well too! Many hotels have the shower over bath which I find a bit annoying. Overall was great and recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy for train station, decent restaurant attatched
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice. Gave a bottle of milk as welcome gift.room has enough space for two people with queen bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found room to be clean with great facilities. Very quite also
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would benefit by having room nominated parking spots. Shower is too low for average height people. Otherwise a pleasant place to stay. Cheers
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before clean, tidy, staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023