Settlers Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Petone

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Exterior
Standard Studio | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Standard Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Standard Studio | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

6.8 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
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Truby King House & Garden
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

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

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 Bolton Street Cemetery. Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre and Dowse Art Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Petone Foreshore - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bolton Street Cemetery - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Truby King House & Garden - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Petone Beach Dog Exercise Zone - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dowse Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 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
  • ‪The Butcher & Brewer - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Abandoned Brewery Petone - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Caffiend - ‬14 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

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Settlers Motor Lower Hutt
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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 May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Settlers Motor Lodge on Jun 2, 2026 start from $63, 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

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 500 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

albert, christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes clean every thing clear and easy to understand
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

s

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

s

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

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was neglected and needed to be updated. We were bitten by some sort of insect in the bed! I would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

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

8/10 Good

Duncan, Tauranga

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stay was good. The motel was reasonably clean, pretty much had what we required for a couple nights, bed was firm but reasonably comfortable, clean bedding, shower was decent, hot & decent pressure. Kitchenette included the essentials. Close enough to the train station for walking. Negatives- the reception at the motel is all closed up with signs to collect the key down the road, slightly confusing. Sky tv 50+ channels is advertised online plus on their reception building but its blacked out on their entry gate signs, our room only had very basic tv channels. The cafe, bar and room service also advertised on their website seems to be non existent and google suggests its closed down. Website seems to need updating to reflect all of this. When arriving at the motel it looks kind of dingey from the outside, reception closed up, rubbish in the gardens- looks as though its going to reflect the bad reviews, however the room itself is ok. Rooms are slightly tired with bits of missing paint chips, cracks etc. But overall a good stay, it served our purpose of a low cost roof & bed while we spent most of our time out exploring the city. Id stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

sharmaine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Te

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

10/10 Excellent

Clive

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

8/10 Good

Dave

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

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Bill

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
having to go to another motel to check in not ideal advertised as having a bar and lounge that is non existance Room rather run down although clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Generally 4 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff who met us was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I left my bag in their reception area open and luckily the receptionist keep it intact
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room but very noisy being right next to the road. I was the only person staying at the property so would have preferred a room set back from the street. Also the wifi was very weak. Free parking was great and room amenities were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025