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Settlers Motor Lodge

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star motel in Petone

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A two-story building with a bay window, a porch, and a sign that reads "The House."
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV.
A covered outdoor area with a fire hose sign, two wooden chairs, and a door with a number 11 sign.
A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator, featuring white cabinetry and a tiled backsplash.
A small, well-lit kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and cabinets. There is a window with sheer curtains and a vase with flowers on the windowsill.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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83-85 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt, 5012
  • Place, Petone Foreshore
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolton Street Cemetery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Petone Beach Dog Exercise Zone
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a staircase, and a painting on the wall.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lower Hutt

Petone stay.With a stay at this Petone motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Petone Foreshore and 2 miles (3 km) of Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre. Dowse Art Museum and Queensgate Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Percy Scenic Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Petone Foreshore - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Petone Settlers Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bolton Street Cemetery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Petone Beach Dog Exercise Zone - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Petone Station - 8 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Fortune Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪WelTec Petone Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seashore Cabaret - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Odd Beans - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gear Street Union - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Settlers Motor Lodge

3.5-star motel in Petone
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business center on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Settlers Motor Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Lower Hutt motel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1980
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Settlers Motor Lodge offers 17 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 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 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 English breakfast: approximately NZD 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Settlers Motor Lodge to the airport?

Settlers Motor Lodge is 13.5 mi (27-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Settlers Motor Lodge?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Settlers Motor Lodge on Nov 1, 2026 start from $57, 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 Settlers Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Settlers Motor Lodge.

How close is Settlers Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 11-minute walk from Petone Foreshore and 8 mi (21-min drive) from Eastbourne Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Settlers Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Settlers Motor Lodge, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Settlers Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Settlers Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Settlers Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Settlers Motor Lodge have a pool?

Settlers Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Settlers Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Settlers Motor Lodge to downtown Lower Hutt?

Settlers Motor Lodge is 1.8 mi away from Lower Hutt.

Settlers Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 538 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Settlers motel is comvient and financially viable. If you looking to stay some where cheap and close to Wellington city. The linon and towels are clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking good, nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff cooperative, parking outside unit, kitchen good, shower has seat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down and no wifi
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy and secure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Some expected items in room missing. Staff generally efficient but the fact there were missing items had not been picked up. Appreciate the novel built-in seat in shower at this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a comfortable room which was clean and well presented.Would have been nice to have some milk and some face flannels
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Better communication at the front desk better advertising on the facility provided eg dinning and cooking facility
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Specious rooms with good lighting. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nd tidy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Easy parking. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy bed, good shower and good size room. Very well priced. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff who met us was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good budget motel. Clean accessible room with parking. Easy walk to Petone Station and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely dtaff, clean, good price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,plenty of space to park my car and trailer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heaps of room for off street parking, Bathroom anf kitchenette rundown, Bed must of been broken or something creaked everytime o moved and mattress sunk right down into base
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was a good place to stay at really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to add wifi password somewhere, we could not find it. Decent place to stay but could be nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception even though different was lovely room very clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend as a good budget accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025