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Totara Lodge

Property class: 3
3-star motel in Trentham

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018
  • Place, Trentham Racecourse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Defence College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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
  • Tawai Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • New Zealand Defence College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pinehill Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 8 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Box - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gerry's Charcoal Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Blume - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jean's - ‬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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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 Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on May 6, 2026 start from $110, 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.

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 14.2 mi (23-min drive) from South 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. 358 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 550 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Reliance on neighbouring bar for food and drink but it was closed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great size room with comfortable beds. Toiletries were excellent and equipped for limited self catering was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff were friendly and room was adequately equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, comfortable, clean and friendly. Well presented with excellent amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
XYZ
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes all good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room right next door to a restaurant could not fault it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clrean room with lots of good amenities. Very fair price. Helpful with my late check in and early check out. Wished I could have enjoyed the room a bit longer. I would stay again and recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large comfortable room. comfortable beds. A small private out door area with small table and chairs It is convenient to the train station plenty of eating places around
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and it had everything I needed. The bed was comfortable, it was fully stocked with tea and coffee and the motel was super close to the train station which was so beneficial if you want to travel to Wellington City
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent staff at reception for check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with the space and layout of room. Very clean and had a homely feeling. Very quiet and definitely will stay here again.
Room layout
Beautiful welcome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a one bedroom unit while visiting family in the Upper Hutt area, which was ideal as my husband often gets up very early and I prefer to sleep until at least 7 or 7.30 am. Our son was able to come and meet us in the morning so we could pick up our granddaughter and head out for the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ther Lodge was close to where family live. The staff were excellent. communicate well obliging Parking was good. Disabled facilities were excellent. Ony minor challenge was disabled rooms were in the centre of the building. A better option would be to have these rooms close to exterior doors. Room doors, while fire retardant were heavy to use. Dining room awaits a new catering team, The Tote had well priced meals easily billed to your room. Everything was tried to be easy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cm

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (near NZCIS). Secure, quiet and clean. Plenty of room and great shower!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value.

Super clean, excellent staff, great parking, warm and comfortable room, great linen and toiletries. Older motel room but well maintained and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025