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Featured Hostels in Upper Hutt

The Cambridge Hotel
The Cambridge Hotel
2 out of 5
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $46 per night

Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Embassy Theatre and Courtenay Place. St James Theatre and Waitangi Park are also within 10 minutes. ...…

3.9/5Very Good! (707 reviews)

"The lift was disappointing. Great experience overall."…"

Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2020

The Cambridge Hotel
The Dwellington - Hostel
The Dwellington - Hostel
3 out of 5
8 Halswell Street, Thorndon, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $69 per night

Located in Thorndon, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Katherine Mansfield Birthplace, Old St Paul's and Parliament House. Wellington Cable Car (Lambton ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (190 reviews)

"A nice gem in central Wellington with great ammenities & reasonable rates. Very friendly & helpful staff. Thanks so much guys, I will definitely be staying with you again on future trips."…"

Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2020

The Dwellington - Hostel
The Setup on Dixon - Hostel
The Setup on Dixon - Hostel
3.5 out of 5
Level 3/15, Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington
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Located in Te Aro, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from The Opera House, Wellington Central Business District and Cuba Street Mall. Wellington Waterfront ...…

3.5/5Good! (519 reviews)

"They should provide a soap for people, but overall good"…"

Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2020

The Setup on Dixon - Hostel
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
2 out of 5
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $44 per night

Located in the heart of Wellington, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and Wellington Waterfront. TSB ...…

3.8/5Good! (685 reviews)

"Very nice location near Beehive and Wellie waterfront Staff are nice....Rooms quite decent accommodations wrt bedding, lighting and showers."…"

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2020

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
The Marion Hostel
The Marion Hostel
2 out of 5
13 Marion St, Wellington, Wellington
The price is CA $64 per night

Located in Te Aro, this hostel is steps away from New Zealand Film Archive and Wellington Central Business District. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Cuba ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Fantastic

"Stay was fantastic, great kitchen to work with with everything you need and the beds were really comfy. Don't feel a thing when someone climbs up a bunk and the privacy curtains were a great touch. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, highly recommend."…"

Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2020

The Marion Hostel
Lodge in the City - Hostel
Lodge in the City - Hostel
2.5 out of 5
152 Taranaki Street, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $45 per night

Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District, Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Cuba Street Mall. Wellington ...…

2.7/5 (468 reviews)

"t was when the coronavirus pandemic was ramping up so I don't think this stay was necessarily representative. The building is in terrible condition but I have stayed here before and I would again."…"

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2020

Lodge in the City - Hostel
Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington
Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington
5 out of 5
118 Wakefield St, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $41 per night

Located in Te Aro, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from Wellington Town Hall and Wellington Central Business District. Cuba Street Mall and Wellington ...…

3.9/5Very Good! (453 reviews)

"The location was great, it was safe and well organised"…"

Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2020

Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington
YHA Wellington City - Hostel
YHA Wellington City - Hostel
5 out of 5
292 Wakefield St, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $69 per night

Located in Te Aro, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from Embassy Theatre, Wellington Central Business District and Wellington Waterfront. Te Papa (Museum ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (293 reviews)

"Excellent location close to bus stop and supermarket."…"

Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2020

YHA Wellington City - Hostel
Base Wellington - Hostel
Base Wellington - Hostel
2 out of 5
21-23 Cambridge Ter, Wellington
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Located in Te Aro, this hostel is steps away from Embassy Theatre and Wellington Central Business District. Wellington Waterfront and Courtenay Place are also ...…

3.8/5Good! (270 reviews)

"Rooms can get noisy from all the activity on coyrtenay place. But i dont mind the noise, so it was a pleasant stay!"…"

Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2020

Base Wellington - Hostel
Trek Global Backpackers
Trek Global Backpackers
2 out of 5
9 O’Reily Avenue, Wellington
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $64 per night

Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District, Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Victoria University of ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (138 reviews)

"Great place with good amenities. Stayed in the dorms and can’t complain about anything at all. Would stay again."…"

Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2020

Trek Global Backpackers
Laneway Backpackers
Laneway Backpackers
2 out of 5
107 Manner Street, Wellington
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Located in Te Aro, this hostel is steps away from The Opera House, Wellington Central Business District and Cuba Street Mall. Wellington Waterfront and Courtenay ...…

2.9/5 (62 reviews)
Mixed thoughts

"Helpful reception staff, comfortable and simple room, but the bathrooms and kitchen were both filthy :-( The location was ideal for me though."…"

Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2020

Laneway Backpackers
Wild Zebra Backpackers
Wild Zebra Backpackers
2 out of 5
58 TORY ST., Wellington
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Located in Te Aro, this hostel is steps away from Courtenay Place and Wellington Central Business District. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Wellington Waterfront ...…

2.8/5 (28 reviews)

"Tired, old property. I had a queen room with en-suite. Noisy hallways."…"

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2019

Wild Zebra Backpackers
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Totara Lodge
Totara Lodge
3 out of 5
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt
The price is CA $115 per night
4.4/5Wonderful! (273 reviews)

"Excellent, clean, welcoming, comfortable, and great food in the bristo 😃"…"

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2020

Totara Lodge
Wallaceville Motor Lodge
Wallaceville Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
2 Wallaceville Road, Upper Hutt
The price is CA $122 per night
4.5/5Wonderful! (308 reviews)

"Stayed here for one night so we could have an easy drive to the InterIslander ferry the next day. The setting is beautiful - on the edge of town nestled in the bush but close to everything. You really need to drive to get to the restaurants. We actually walked to the nearest craft brewery but it ..."…"

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2020

Wallaceville Motor Lodge
Hawks Inn Motel
Hawks Inn Motel
2.5 out of 5
704 Fergusson Drive, Elderslea, Upper Hutt
The price is CA $119 per night
4/5Very Good! (55 reviews)

"• like friendly service Carmen went above and beyond • unique hospitality • didn’t like could do with a renovation"…"

Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2020

Hawks Inn Motel
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Hostels and More in Upper Hutt

You might not find many hostels in Upper Hutt, but there are 10 accommodations to pick from, so you still have a good number of alternatives. With the affordable options here, you can spend less on overnight costs and save more for exploring during your vacation.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Upper Hutt?

The weather can be important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the seasons:

  • The hottest months are typically February and January, while July and August are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 69° F and nighttime temperatures average 53° F
  • April-June: 65° F is the daytime average and 43° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 58° F and nighttime averages are around 42° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 68° F during the day and 47° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 48.98 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Upper Hutt?

Depending on your interests, you might like these places to visit:

Top Sights
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
  • Westpac Stadium
  • Old St Paul's
Natural Features
  • Maidstone Park
  • Staglands Wildlife Reserve
  • Sunshine Bay
Cultural Attractions
  • Maori Treasures
  • Fell Locomotive Museum
  • Dowse Art Museum

In general, Upper Hutt is known for its:

  • Biking
  • Fishing
  • Golfing
  • Excursions
  • Camping

How to Get to Upper Hutt and Around the Area

You can find the closest airport in Paraparaumu (PPQ), 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from the city center. Another option is Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.), located 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Upper Hutt?
If you’re trying to find a budget-friendly accommodation in Upper Hutt, you may like this popular choice: Totara Lodge - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this motel.
What's the weather like in Upper Hutt?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 49°F. Average annual rainfall for Upper Hutt is 39 inches.
What is there to see and do in Upper Hutt?
Generally, Upper Hutt is known for its: biking trails and fishing. Major attractions include Interislander Ferry Terminal, Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand), and Raumati Beach. Get out into nature with places like Maidstone Park, Paraparaumu Beach, and Waikanae Beach. Cultural attractions include Maori Treasures, Fell Locomotive Museum, and Dowse Art Museum.
What's the best way to get around Upper Hutt?
You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is 17.1 mi (27.5 km) away.

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