Totara Lodge

Property class: 3

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At Totara Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a white duvet, black pillows, and a grey throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small nightstand with a phone. The room has a simple, clean design with a dark carpet and white walls.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a small wooden nightstand with a phone and a cup.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Trentham, a neighborhood in Upper Hutt, Totara Lodge is near a train station. Trentham Camp Golf Course and Brewtown Upper Hutt are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whakatiki Buffer Reserve and Gentian Reserve. The Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre and Silver Stream Railway are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Upper Hutt travel guide
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68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018

What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tawai Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Zealand Defence College
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pinehill Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station
    8 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cake & Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • The Coffee Box
    7 min walk
  • Noodle Canteen
    5 min drive
  • Café Blume
    4 min drive
  • Mayfair Cafe
    5 min drive

About this property

Totara Lodge

  • Motel located in Trentham
  • Consider a stay at Totara Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage
    • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Totara Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Craft
  • Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per stay

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 25 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Totara Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of Sept 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on Oct 3, 2026 start from CA $130, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Totara Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Totara Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Totara Lodge located?

Located in Trentham, this motel is steps from Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. New Zealand Defence College and Pinehill Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Totara Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 561 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, large clean room. Good parking and room for function was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean&warm. Good safe parking and the place is close to restaurant, train&place we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, comfortable, clean and friendly. Well presented with excellent amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent staff at reception for check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff were friendly and room was adequately equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for us visiting family close to transport and good eating places.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking that was easy and secure. Restaurant next to the hotel was good. The train station is across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely friendly staff, very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and spacious room in a very well looked after decor. You can tell the team and owners really take pride and care in what they do
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room right next door to a restaurant could not fault it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before clean, tidy, staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great beds, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, I stayed for one night for work, great service, clean and comfortable, I will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault our stay. Had everything we needed, close to where we were going and drinks, dining etc all on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location friendly staff great service and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, couldn’t fault it…friendly, helpful staff, a great restaurant next door and an easy commute to IRANZ.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean accommodation. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if in the Hutt and a tidy / clean site, inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, well maintained and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to spend the night. We arrived early and they had a room cleaned and allowed us to check in. Friendly, helpful staff. There is a bar next door which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great size room - comfy bed - aircon - security gates! Very nice place to stay and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable convenient accommodation with excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025