Upper Hutt
Travel Guide





Visit Upper Hutt
Where to stay in Upper Hutt

Trentham
Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park.

Upper Hutt Central
While visiting Upper Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hutt City Library and Gillies Group Theatre.

Silverstream
When in Silverstream, you can plan a visit to Silver Stream Railway and Trentham Racecourse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kaitoke
While Kaitoke isn't home to many top sights, Karapoti Park and Birchville Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Akatarawa Valley
If you're spending some time in Akatarawa Valley, Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park are top sights worth seeing.

Craigs Flat
While Craigs Flat may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park.

Totara Lodge
Great location friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Friendly, helpful staff + location was key.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Aston Norwood
As they say - little things count! Positives - lovely location/ setting, great value breakfast Negativities/ fridge didn’t work so milk left for me curdled 🤔, glasses and coffee ☕️ cup selection limited ( $20 at the Sally’s would sort that out ) & no toilet paper 🤔
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Friendly staff, Naomi at Reception was so welcoming, spotless rooms.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Boulcott Suites
Room was clean and spacious. A/c worked great. Nice to have a washer/dryer
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Trentham Racecourse
You can take time to visit Trentham Racecourse during your travels to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Staglands Wildlife Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Staglands Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
Enjoy the student vibe at New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) as part of your travels around Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Brewtown Upper Hutt
You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt.
New Zealand Defence College
Walk around the campus at New Zealand Defence College during your stay in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Maidstone Park
Explore the great outdoors at Maidstone Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Things to do

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington



