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Totara Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Trentham

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Exterior
Reception
Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Upper Hutt

Trentham stay.With a stay at this Trentham motel, you'll be steps from Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. New Zealand Defence College and Pinehill Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Zealand Defence College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pinehill Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 24 min drive - 18.7 miles

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

3-star motel in Trentham
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 feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Property 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 percent

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 each accommodation.

National rating

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

How close is Totara Lodge to the airport?

Totara Lodge is 25.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the Paraparaumu (PPQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on Jun 10, 2025 start from $93.33, excluding 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.

Does Totara Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Totara Lodge.

How close is Totara Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 11.4 mi (21-min drive) from Petone Foreshore and 14.8 mi (28-min drive) from Plimmerton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Totara Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Totara Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 20 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Totara Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Totara Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Totara Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Totara Lodge have a pool?

Totara Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Totara Lodge have a restaurant?

Totara Lodge is home to Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, which features brunch.

Does Totara Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Totara Lodge to downtown Upper Hutt?

Totara Lodge is 1.9 mi away from Upper Hutt.

Totara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 506 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

Raewyn

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
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

Traveled 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 traveler, Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

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