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Ava Lodge

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury aparthotel near Queensgate Shopping Centre

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Exterior
Deluxe Studio (Queen Studio) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Terrace/patio
Studio (Super-King Studio) | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Studio (Queen Studio) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
42-44 Cuba St, Petone, Lower Hutt, 5012
  • Petone Foreshore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Queen Studio)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio (Queen Studio)

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio (King Studio)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio (Spa Studio)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio (Super-King Studio)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lower Hutt

Petone stay.With a stay at this Petone aparthotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Queensgate Shopping Centre and 9 miles (15 km) of Interislander Ferry Terminal. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sky Stadium and Wellington Cable Car.
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What's nearby

  • Petone Foreshore - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Sky Stadium - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Te Papa - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • The Weta Cave - 21 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Ava Station - 14 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • House of Good Fortune
  • ‪Soprano Italian Caffe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Horse Takeaway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Light House Cinema - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Ava Lodge

4.5-star luxury aparthotel near Queensgate Shopping Centre
As a guest of Ava Lodge, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Lower Hutt aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Ava Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2023.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Crib: NZD 30 per night

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 20 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Recycling
  • Renovated - August 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • 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 cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Ava Lodge.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ava Lodge Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge
Ava Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge Aparthotel
Ava Lodge Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge Aparthotel Lower Hutt

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ava Lodge to the airport?

Ava Lodge is 13.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ava Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ava Lodge.

How close is Ava Lodge to the beach?

This aparthotel is a short 7-minute walk from Petone Foreshore and 9 mi (17-min drive) from Oriental Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ava Lodge offer free breakfast?

Ava Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ava Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Ava Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Ava Lodge?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Ava Lodge have a pool?

Ava Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Ava Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Ava Lodge to downtown Lower Hutt?

Ava Lodge is 1.7 mi away from Lower Hutt.

Ava Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 387 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and front of house. great facilities, good pressure shower, simple kitchenette, plus a coffee machine. TV even had sky channels. The lodge has internet access. Air conditioning unit in room also. keeps it cool,(or hot) Easy commute to the food and restaurants and shopping complex, short drive to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANJA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great modern rooms have everything. Free laundry and the manger was super nice. Also, easy communication before arrival as we were not sure what time we would get there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming. This is the thirdctime i have stayed at ava. The provide everything that i need. I hope the new owners continue thr good service. This is always my go to when i go to lower hutt and need some accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It met our expectations, bigtime!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the cat
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay Highly recommend 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn’t go back only because it was quite unfriendly. But the place itself was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice hotel.

Nice hotel. Spacious room, clean, kitchen well equipped. Large shower and comfortable bed. Walked to restaurant and convenient store.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arai

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clesn, great location, would absolutely recommend to friend or family member.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to Jackson Street. Well thought out rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane, Hamilton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before and always get a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stay at Ava all the time for my job... No issues a very good hotel...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good parking and facility
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Duncan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely property, been staying here for years…..I will say that the new owners/operators are a real hit & miss…… sometimes you get a smile but most times you don’t. Certainly don’t feel as welcome as previous owners…… that made this place….. struggling to want to stay again….
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Makao

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and outlook, superb facilities and lovely staff and atmosphere. We’re coming back and we’re so excited about Petone too it’s gorgeous and fabulous shopping and high quality cafes!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ava Lodge was a fantastic place to stay. It was clean, cosy, comfortable and well worth the price. It was close to the beach and shops and there was good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beautifully presented, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and friendly staff. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023