In Trentham, unwind at Totara Lodge with a good book from the library or enjoy the scenic views on the garden terrace. Savor breakfast, brunch, or dinner at Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Helpful staff have made lasting impressions on previous guests.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Free parking
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Front desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
For families (6)
Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
The current price is NZ$170
NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Room options
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New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 17 min walk
Maidstone Park - 5 min drive
Interislander Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive
Getting around
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 35 min drive
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 41 min drive
Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 8 min drive
Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 9 min drive
Lower Hutt Wingate Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Quinns Post Tavern - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
The Tote - 1 min walk
Gerrys Charcoal Chicken & Cooked Seafoods - 4 min drive
The Bun Factory - 3 min drive
About this property
Totara Lodge
Located near a train station, Totara Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Upper Hutt. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 per cent 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Pool table
Golfing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis – This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Craft – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 to 25 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 45 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
Does Totara Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Totara Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Totara Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Totara Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Totara Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Totara Lodge and nearby?
Totara Lodge has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Totara Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis.
What's the area around Totara Lodge like?
Totara Lodge is a short 2-minute walk from Trentham Racecourse and 17 minutes' walk from New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS).
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Totara Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
11 January 2025
Easy check in and clean room.
Kyla
Kyla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Way bigger and better than you’d expect for the price.
R
R, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2024
A great place to stay, couldn’t fault it…friendly, helpful staff, a great restaurant next door and an easy commute to IRANZ.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
Clean, tidy, comfortable, great amenities in the room
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Clean, friendly staff, great beds, sky
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Favorite place to staff in Upper Hutt
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Very clean, great beds, friendly staff
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2024
highly recommended accommodation
Excellent stay. Very clean and well appointed unit. Plenty of room . Good location. Very quite. Have stayed here several times before and rooms have been consistently very good.
malcolm
malcolm, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2024
Lovely clean accommodation. Happy with our stay.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2024
Clean, friendly staff, great beds, sky TV
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Great location friendly staff great service and very clean.
Liz
Liz, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2024
Great place to stay would definitely stay there again.
Barb
Barb, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Good location for event in Upper Hutt
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
Clean, tidy, convenient
Excellent friendly service
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2024
Ideal for us visiting family close to transport and good eating places.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Great stay
Great stay. Rooms are big plenty of space had a 2 bed apartment.
Clean tidy and comfortable
Hamish
Hamish, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 November 2024
Room was great but the breakfast was below par.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Absolutely enjoyed my stay!!! Thank you for having us there
Tasman
Tasman, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
Will most definitely book again
Aniska
Aniska, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Clean, comfortable
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2024
Stayed here before clean, tidy, staff nice
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2024
Nice stay lovely room
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
Nice and clean.
Alice
Alice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
Comfortable, clean, warm room
Secure carpark
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2023
Great place to stay. Always very comfortable,
clean and tidy with great friendly staff.