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Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Nestled just 0.7mi from the heart of Upper Hutt, Totara Lodge offers a delightful stay for travelers seeking both comfort and convenience in New Zealand’s picturesque landscapes. With its modern 4-star amenities, guests can start their adventure here for as little as $87 per night. The lodge is well-known for its homey ambiance, boasting a fantastic range of features including free Wi-Fi, private parking, and room service that caters to all your cravings.
Once you step inside, you'll find that every detail has been designed for your maximum comfort. Whether you're challenging yourself on the nearby golf course or indulging in delicious meals at the onsite restaurant, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Families will find the kids' meals an added bonus, and everyone will appreciate the free toiletries and air conditioning – perfect after a day exploring the scenic beauty of Upper Hutt.
With a whopping 895 positive reviews, it’s clear that previous guests have loved their time at Totara Lodge! The welcoming atmosphere, complemented by wheelchair accessibility and relaxing outdoor terraces, invites you to unwind and stay a while. So grab your bags and get ready for a wonderful New Zealand getaway in the cozy embrace of Totara Lodge!
Prepare your taste buds for a culinary journey at Luanne's Ararino Bar & Bistro, the vibrant heart of Totara Lodge. This family-friendly restaurant combines traditional charm with modern flair, making it the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring Upper Hutt. With an extensive international menu, from sumptuous pastas to mouthwatering local specialties, there’s something to please every palate! Whether you’re enjoying a laid-back lunch with the kids or savoring a romantic dinner date, the welcoming ambiance ensures a memorable dining experience for everyone.
If you're traveling with a group or planning a family reunion, consider the spacious one-bedroom apartment! Measuring a generous 506 sqft, this versatile space accommodates up to 10 adults and 6 children, offering ample room for relaxation and quality time together. It’s equipped with a queen-size bed, twin beds, and a cozy atmosphere that feels like home away from home. You can enjoy movie nights on the sofa or prepare a hearty meal together to share around the dining table, making it the perfect base for your New Zealand adventures.
After you’ve had your fill of delicious food and exciting activities, don’t forget to take a moment to enjoy the beautiful outdoor terraces. Picture yourself sipping a glass of your favorite drink, lounging under the warm sun, or simply taking in the serene views of the surrounding landscapes. With complimentary Wi-Fi to stay connected and a welcoming attitude that makes you feel like part of the family, every traveler is destined to leave with fond memories. So come and experience all that Totara Lodge has to offer – it’s time to make that dream vacation a reality!
Closest airports
Paraparaumu Airport
16.3miWellington International Airport
17.8miPicton Aerodrome
58.1miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Patio
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Free toiletries
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom
1 Queen Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
505 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
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Stay in our spacious One-Bedroom Apartment, a cozy retreat featuring a private bathroom, fully-equipped kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and a charming patio. With comfortable beds for four adults, it's the perfect home away from home.
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Studio, Queen
1 Queen Size Bed
485 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
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Microwave
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Welcome to our beautiful Queen Studio! This spacious, 484 sqft studio features a private bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a cozy queen size bed. Relax and enjoy your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV, or unwind on the patio and take in the scenery. With convenient amenities such as air conditioning, a microwave, and free toiletries, we guarantee a comfortable and enjoyable stay for you and your partner. Book now and experience true relaxation in our Queen Studio!
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Double Room
1 Double Bed
235 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Air conditioning
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Welcome to our spacious Double Room! This room is perfect for couples and features a comfortable double bed along with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Enjoy the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities along with complimentary toiletries and a toaster. With modern amenities and a cozy atmosphere, you'll feel right at home.
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
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Briar
10
May 2024
I was a little concerned when first arriving with the driveway entrance and reception opp the Super Liquor entrance. But the security gates allayed any safety fears and our rooms were set well back from the pub so no noise.
Its not a didn't like but just something you might consider. The reception area provides guests with first impressions which influences their perception and experience of the lodge. After entering opp SL and the concerns that triggered, the physical area didn't feel very welcoming (the staff were fabulous). I found the area was quite utalitarian and reception desk imposing. At that point I was a little worried about what the rooms would be like. (I'm pleased to say I was completely wrong, they were great). A lite reception makeover to be more in line with the quality of your rooms would change all the not so great first impressions into this is really nice :)
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Dierdre
8.2
April 2024
The facilities in the room were good and an initial 'problem' quickly sorted out! The room was a good size with a comfortable seating area & bed. Our room was located in the main building which seemed quite quiet when we stayed. Overall everywhere was clean and the staff helpful. The on-site restaurant was shut, as was the bar opposite as it was a public holiday, but the main town was only about 5 minutes drive away with a good choice of eating places. Car parking was in a gated car park behind the main building, and accessed with a code.
Only a minor gripe, but the used utensils & crockery had to be washed up in the bathroom wash basin! The car park had two 'mobility parking' bays available, but one was difficult to use due to it's location next to the fence & entry gate with a tight turn into it especially when a car was parked in the parking bay next to it. The other 'mobility space' was better located, as it was near the back entrance for guests use, and had no potential obstructions for users.
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Julia
10
April 2024
I have stayed at a few Motels and this one definitely is up there The location was great and close to town where everything i needed was within 5-10mins drive (probably 15mins if I wasn't being lazy to walk) The Receptionist on arrival was very helpful, informative and once i had signed in, i had a code to drive through the gates to my room with parking outside, i loved this was a gated Lodge that provided Pesce of Mind for Visitors vehicles and Property throughout Stay I got this online booking at a great bargain price for 4x Adults, for a last minute booking. This Family Studio was very large, airy with great comfortable beds upstairs in the loft and downstairs. Was immaculately clean, welcoming (i am ocd about hygiene and cleanliness), loved the decor, colors and i was delightfully surprised The bathroom had a super large shower with great massaging pressure, i also love the little soaps, shampoo/ conditioners, sower gel tubes provided (i normally travel with my own though) but its real thoughtful. All towels, hand towels, face cloths provided of course throughout stay. The kitchenette was small but we didn't really use it -but it still. provided everything you need. I always like to drop everything and have a cuppa when i arrive at Motels, this one hard a great selection of teas, coffes, hot chocolates with milk in the fridge and great outdoor seating with partitioned area outside your sliding door to enjoy. They also have a Continental Breakfast service where you fill out a card of what you would like and it is delivered to your room at the time you choose the next morning and for a great additional price per person Our Passengers loved the Bar next door where you can have meals also and don't have to drive anywhere If i was in this area again, i would definitely looked this one up first
Probably the small Kitchenette, for 4x Adults but luckily we didn't cook through out stay
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Jaq
9.1
September 2023
Very warm and friendly welcome on our arrival, beautiful room, spotlessly clean, awesome shower and a comfy bed with lovely linen. We didn't try the restaurant at front but the pub next door was *very* handy for a delicious and very reasonably priced meal on our first night when we were tired and didn't want to go anywhere far afield. Brilliantly handy location right across from the train station.
We stayed in an inside room and were a bit surprised that there didn't seem to be any sound proofing between rooms, you can clearly hear other people's conversations, their TV, them wondering around, making cuppas etc! It wouldn't put us off staying again as it wasn't like people were having parties but it was a bit surprising!
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John
10
February 2024
Did not avail of the breakfast but across the road the cafe in the Racecourse was open for breakfast and served the best breakfast I have eaten for a long time. The Lodge is two minutes walk from the train station to Wellington and five minutes walk from a beautiful park which leads to the Hutt River pedestrian and cycle path. There are two bar/restaurants attached to the Lodge and a Liquor Store beside it.
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Mele
10
November 2023
We enjoyed the room for sure, the cleanliness and the customer service! We like the fact that It was easy to access our room as we were having a busy time at Upper Hutt coming in and out of the room without disturbing others.
We could hear the people next door talking about, but we know it was because their door was right beside ours - we were okay with it luckily; we were too exhausted from our day it didn't bother us too much, but it definitely would have been disturbing if we weren't so tired to mind it! haha :)
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Nicole
10
February 2023
Reception staff were polite, the room was extremely clean, and the beds were comfortable. A written card and 3 cookies were left as a little welcome gesture - I have never had that in a motel before. The size of the room was huge. This motel exceeded my expectations and some. I was pleasantly surprised. We will definitely be staying here again.
Nothing to do with the motel itself, it was just unfortunate there was a little gathering happening at a house next door and it was loud until about 12am. We fell asleep and slept through it.
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Josh
10
March 2023
The staff as you first check in were lovely,very informative on what the area has to offer, where to find anything. The rooms very amazingly clean and well presented. I was also surprised on how sound proof they were as the room next door were having drinks and music which once you were in your room you couldn't hear a thing. The cleaning staff were very friendly and didn't mind going out of their way for anything extra you required. Location was great, not too far from any of the local malls, just outside was cafes,bars,dairy within 50 metre walk which was a bonus. Definitely will be staying here again in future
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Pamela
9.1
February 2024
Close proximity to the train station and nearby restuarants. Spacious room with adequate facilities. Easy to use Signs on the outside of door to indicate preferences for servicing is a very good idea. Access to External doors secured at night.
Smell of smoke from the hotel and some noise at night. Kitchen facility (e.g.sink and bench was too small).
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Sandra
8.2
February 2024
A perfect little hotel about 30 minutes out of Wellington. We arrived late but luckily reception was still opened. The room was a good size, toaster and kettle enabled us to have a quick breakfast. Please ty of off street parking
If we arrived any later the reception would of been closed and our key would of been in a lock box. Unfortunately we had no WiFi to know what the code would be. Luckily we made it in time.
Attractions
Kaitoke Regional Park
9.7miOld St. Paul's
16.5miNew Zealand Parliament (Beehive)
16.7miMt. Victoria Lookout
16.7miSouthward Car Museum
16.9miWellington Museum
16.9miTe Papa (Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa)
17miWeta Workshop
17.1miCity Gallery Wellington
17.1miWellington Cable Car
17.1miCuba Street
17.4miWellington Botanic Garden
17.4miZealandia Ecosanctuary
18.2miRed Rocks Reserve (Pariwhero)
21.7miWairarapa
22.6miAttractions
Kaitoke Regional Park
9.7miOld St. Paul's
16.5miNew Zealand Parliament (Beehive)
16.7miMt. Victoria Lookout
16.7miSouthward Car Museum
16.9miWellington Museum
16.9miTe Papa (Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa)
17miWeta Workshop
17.1miCity Gallery Wellington
17.1miWellington Cable Car
17.1miCuba Street
17.4miWellington Botanic Garden
17.4miZealandia Ecosanctuary
18.2miRed Rocks Reserve (Pariwhero)
21.7miWairarapa
22.6miAirports
Paraparaumu Airport
16.3miWellington International Airport
17.8miPicton Aerodrome
58.1miLuanne's Ararino Bar & Bistro
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Patio
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Golf course
Pool table
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
View
Inner courtyard view
From 14:00
Until 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
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Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
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This property accepts cash.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Totara Lodge?
Guests at Totara Lodge can check in between 02:00 PM and 07:00 PM. Check-out time is set for 10:00 AM.
Is there parking available at Totara Lodge?
Yes, there is parking available at Totara Lodge. The parking is free, private, and on site. You do not need to make a reservation for parking.
What's the nightly rate at Totara Lodge?
Totara Lodge has a starting price of $87 for accommodations. Do remember that actual rates might deviate based on the room and date. Insert your dates for a detailed price view.
What are the room types available at Totara Lodge?
Totara Lodge offers a range of room types including One-Bedroom Apartments, Queen Studios, and Double Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of these rooms. The One-Bedroom Apartments are the largest with a size of 506 sqft and can accommodate up to 4 adults. The Queen Studios are slightly smaller at 484 sqft and can accommodate 2 adults. The Double Rooms are the smallest at 237 sqft and also accommodate 2 adults.
Where can guests find entertainment in Totara Lodge?
At Totara Lodge, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the various leisure amenities provided. The hotel features a golf course, allowing guests to indulge in a round or two of golf. Additionally, there is a pool table available for those who enjoy a game of billiards.
For a dining experience, guests can visit Luanne's Ararino Bar & Bistro, a restaurant located within the hotel. The restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine options. Guests can choose from a variety of international dishes to satisfy their cravings.
Lastly, guests can also take advantage of the BBQ facilities available at the hotel. This allows them to have a fun outdoor cooking experience and enjoy some delicious grilled meals.
Are there restaurants located within Totara Lodge?
Yes, Totara Lodge has a restaurant on-site called Luanne's Ararino Bar & Bistro. It offers a variety of cuisines, including international options. The restaurant has a family-friendly ambiance and combines traditional and modern elements.
Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Totara Lodge?
Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Totara Lodge.
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