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 Moonshine Park.
Upper Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt City Library and Upper Hutt City Council are top sights worth seeing.
Silverstream
While Silverstream isn't home to many top sights, Trentham Racecourse and Brewtown Upper Hutt are some notable places to visit nearby.
Te Marua
If you're spending some time in Te Marua, Te Marua Golf Club and Macaskill Lakes are top sights worth seeing.
Kaitoke
Though Kaitoke might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Karapoti Park and Benge Hall Park.
Heretaunga
When in Heretaunga, you can plan a visit to Trentham Racecourse and Moonshine Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Totara Lodge
Great spot to spend the night. We arrived early and they had a room cleaned and allowed us to check in. Friendly, helpful staff. There is a bar next door which was great.
Reviewed on 26 December 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Room was clean
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Clean, modern room with good facilities and tasty room service food. Courteous and professional staff.
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Aston Norwood
Wonderful setting, however have to travel for food.
Reviewed on 27 January 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Great location. Very nice staff. Clean rooms. Only drawback was lack of space to put clothing and suitcases for a lengthy stay.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Boulcott Suites
Would give it a 5/5 but the room didn’t have a functioning TV. Bed and shower were good. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 2 January 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Brewtown Upper Hutt
You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt.
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.
Upper Hutt City Library
Upper Hutt City Library is just one of the places to see in Upper Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Whakatiki Buffer Reserve
You can take time to visit Whakatiki Buffer Reserve during your travels to Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
