Totara Lodge

3.0 star property
Upper Hutt motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Reception
Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant 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)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY594
CNY683 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
7 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018

What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • New Zealand Defence College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Trentham Camp Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 24 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 35 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 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 check out Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

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 available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent 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 onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
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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)

Traveling 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

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

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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.

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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 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Totara Lodge
Totara Lodge Upper Hutt
Totara Upper Hutt
Totara Lodge Motel
Totara Lodge Upper Hutt
Totara Lodge Motel Upper Hutt

HELP_OUTLINE

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 to 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 check-in 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 onsite 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 14 minutes' walk from New Zealand Defence College.

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Totara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Train station
Location
Bed
Accomodation Type
Bathroom
Shower
Restaurant
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The property offers easy and gated parking. (3 reviews)
  • Convenient dining options are readily available near the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location if in the Hutt and a tidy / clean site, inside and out.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A most wonderful stay. Beautiful room with everything you need - tea and coffee options, lovely thick towels, complimentary shampoo/conditioner/body wash/body creme and best of all, a welcome bar of chocolate on my bed. Had a great meal at the bistro next door. Would 110% stay here again.
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is one of those accommondations that you know is good when your welcomed at reception the rest of your time is not needed to explain but with an easy feeling of comfort relief and safety. Reccommend absolutely
Lisiate, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay, lovely friendly staff, very clean and tidy.
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always my first choice when travelling to Upper Hutt, highly recommended
Brett, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed here for work stop over, recommended to all
Brett, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Easy and gated parking. Great staff. Quiet even though close to train and pub. Easy spot for a business stay.
Morgan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect venue...quiet clean and reasonably priced
Phil, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Our room was spacious and decorated nicely. There was everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Carolyn, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great size room - comfy bed - aircon - security gates! Very nice place to stay and we’ll definitely be back!
Sandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place to stay, I stayed for one night for work, great service, clean and comfortable, I will be back again
Brett, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Clean, quiet, roomy and a very friendly young lady on reception duties.
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great Comfort

Surprisingly comfortable and very clean.
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Bloody marvelous!
Hayden, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay would definitely stay there again.
Barb, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was the fourth stay at the Totara Lodge and i will definitely be staying again soon
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A great place to stay, couldn’t fault it…friendly, helpful staff, a great restaurant next door and an easy commute to IRANZ.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great, large room, super clean.
Bronwyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Easy check in and clean room.
Kyla, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Ideal for us visiting family close to transport and good eating places.
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great next to a bar and dining. Good parking and clean
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff were super helpful
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, great beds, friendly staff
Kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great service, clean, recommended to others
Brett, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely clean accommodation. Happy with our stay.
Ben, 1-night trip