Bucket Tree Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly Wellington motel in Tawa with free parking
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Executive Studio, 2 Single Beds
Microwave, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | View from room
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
1 Boscobel Lane, Wellington, Wellington, 5028
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    11 min drive
  • Sky Stadium
    11 min drive
  • Petone Foreshore
    15 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    27 min drive

Room options

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 35 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Unit, Accessible

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Wellington

A family-friendly stay in Wellington awaits you at Bucket Tree Lodge. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Taylor Terrace Dog Park and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Royal Mount Carmel Falls. Highlights at this Colonial motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Tawa motel include Interislander Ferry Terminal and Te Papa.

What's nearby

  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Sky Stadium - 11 min drive
  • Wellington Central Business District - 12 min drive
  • Te Papa - 13 min drive
  • Cuba Street Mall - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Tawa Takapu Road Station - 2 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nada Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Break Johnsonville - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bucket Tree Lodge

Family-friendly Wellington motel in Tawa with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Bucket Tree Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Wellington motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bucket Tree Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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 self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 for adults and NZD 9 to 15 for children

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 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

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who wish to book breakfast must contact the property before arrival to pre-book it.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 20 for adults and NZD 9 to 15.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 65.00 per vehicle
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • 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, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bucket Tree Lodge?

Yep, Bucket Tree Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Bucket Tree Lodge?

As of 4 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bucket Tree Lodge on 17 Dec 2024 start from AU$150.20, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Bucket Tree Lodge?

The closest beach to Bucket Tree Lodge is Oriental Bay Beach (12.2 km).

Is Bucket Tree Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bucket Tree Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Bucket Tree Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bucket Tree Lodge?

No, Bucket Tree Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bucket Tree Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Bucket Tree Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Bucket Tree Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 68 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property good location, only problem was heaters didnt heat the room enough so it was quite cold
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning unit didn't work adequately
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keitha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel for family or group
What a great hotel. Lovely rooms, awesome friendly staff. Will definitely return if in Wellington. Had everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
It was a lovely stay. Stayed with my little family for 3 nights. The room was clean and had nice heating, the cleaners came in and gave us fresh towels and cleaned up a bit for us while we were out, it was nice. Was very close to the train station and could hear the train but wasn’t a bother to us, they provided earplugs if it was though! Our bedroom had the bathroom connected which was the shared bathroom between us all. The walls are very thin so you can hear everything from the floor above you if you’re on the lower level. Overall, it was a lovely experience. If we were to stay again, I would purchase a bigger suite
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aere Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff was awesome world. class service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the railway line, so may be too noisy for some. 1 bdrm was spacious. Parking looks like it might be a problem but never was. Handy to train, bus, motorway and outlet shopping. Heating was good, shower was too. Very reasonably priced. I think we'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Gordon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Checking in we felt customer service was poor was not shown where the unit was the key number and unit numbers were different. Same person who checked us in ran into the unit without knocking to tell us where the key should go to give us a electricity. Hand wash container is obviously just refilled top was very dirty so where the blinds. Leaving same person who checked us in came running in to check the unit I am assuming, we were still in the carport. Clock was noisy kept me awake more than the trains ear plugs they give you did not help which I thought was for the trains, not the clock. Did not smell very nice on entering. Need curtains in the bedroom instead of cheap blinds. Very disappointed. Herbert family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location 15 min from ferry terminal, easy parking, and spacious 1bed unit, with good heating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rangi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros:property is very close to the main highway. Property is close to train station. While its not 5 star,beds and rooms are clean and comfortable. Cons:Parking is average but due to location is not really the fault of the lodge. Lodge is right next to the train line.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovley staff very clean all the facilities i needed for my elderly mother great place to stay before the ferry crossing thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely one bedroom suite. Plenty of space. Worth a visit just to see the amazing bucket tree!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

We had the accessibility suite and the managers couldn’t have been more helpful with our requests
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was clean, tidy, great cooking facilities, loved the shower and bathroom. Staff are friendly. Lovely garden and surrounding pathways and trees. However, it was very close to the railroad tracks and it sounded like a train passed through the unit several times during the night. Ear plugs were provided but it didn’t stop all the noise.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Seiuli Terri

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for great service especially when we got in close to midnight. Appreciate how stress free abd safe lodge was during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a few nights. Don't be put off by the train tracks, they were not an issue. Super friendly and helpful team.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Hone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place and people were lovely, room was spotless with every convenience from home. Loved ot amd would come back, Very thin roofing tho, could hear the people above us "All Night!" :) ..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An enjoyable stay.
Conveniently located close to Wellington with a variety of dining opportunities available within a few minutes drive. Well appointed room, surroundings were quiet and attractive. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Moises

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cold
Very cold, one panel heater on the wall couldn’t cope with the low temperature and really high ceiling in the room. Slept with the heater on full all night, along with all the blankets in the room. Tv kept loosing reception, and with only 2.4Gb of free wifi, streaming anything was very difficult. I have stayed in worse places, but I have also stayed in a lot better for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff with modern and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mike

4/10 Poor

Nick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room had a bad smell and it was not nice. My bed spread had a very small patch of blood at the bottom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022