Title: Visit Upper Hutt: Best of Upper Hutt Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Hotels.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Vacation-Rentals.d6135549.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Upper Hutt Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Car-Rental-Guide)[Upper Hutt Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Upper Hutt ## Travel Guide ![Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/6ff66d88-81b7-4a44-a610-5fdcd8ab82af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An age gone by](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/800477c7-59e0-4c4a-b813-91d48cb9f1a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/2a372bc4-e1b3-47de-a3e7-0c02b127ad0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![So easily accessible from Wellington, the Dobson Circuit taking in Smiths Creek is one of many lovely little day hikes in Tararuas Forest Park. Parts of it feel like you're wandering through a mythical forest - look out for goblins!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/f6214e50-b600-4dfa-9475-814003822c14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great place for camping is here at the Kaitoke Regional Park. During the day choose one of the tracks and enjoy in the beautiful nature. Walk over the swingbridge is always a good idea, isn't it? :) #weekendgetaway #green](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/3ce3800f-f10c-4042-b8b8-48ff8f9811d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Upper Hutt Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Upper Hutt ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trentham Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Trentham.dx6129053) ![An age gone by](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/800477c7-59e0-4c4a-b813-91d48cb9f1a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Silverstream While Silverstream isn't home to many top sights, Silver Stream Railway and Trentham Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Silverstream.dx553248635974587170) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Hutt Central If you're spending some time in Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt City Library and Gillies Group Theatre are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Upper-Hutt.dx553248635974901265) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mangaroa While Mangaroa isn't home to many top sights, Brewtown Upper Hutt and Maidstone Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Mangaroa.dx693193275662381056) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wallaceville While Wallaceville isn't home to many top sights, Brewtown Upper Hutt and Maidstone Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Wallaceville.dx3000001831) ![Great place for camping is here at the Kaitoke Regional Park. During the day choose one of the tracks and enjoy in the beautiful nature. Walk over the swingbridge is always a good idea, isn't it? :) #weekendgetaway #green](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135549/3ce3800f-f10c-4042-b8b8-48ff8f9811d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kaitoke Though Kaitoke might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Macaskill Lakes and Kartsport Wellington. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Kaitoke.dx693193543867150336) - Upper Hutt Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Upper Hutt ![Totara Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6580000/6578000/6577943/bf383fda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Totara Lodge 68 Ararino Street, Trentham Upper Hutt CA $145 CA $167 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (545 reviews) 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 Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=6577943&PinnedHotelID=6577943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6135549) ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/fd5b0cb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington CA $100 CA $115 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,718 reviews) Everything was amazing - v clean, v comfortable n very convinient except one of the elevators sounded like it was going to breakdown. Had a few scary moments w strange sounds. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6135549) ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/7a3e7195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington CA $139 CA $159 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews) Close, difficult to find though, signage poor Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6135549) [See all 950 properties in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6135549) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/1ea2b123_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews) Room was excellent with kitchen and clean bed and bathroom. Gym access was to a proper health club 5 minutes away, prefer this as it was a good fscility with sauna, swimming pool and weights and machine. Place was near Lambton Quay shops and resturants on Willis st, good stay and friendly reception ... Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Gilmer-Apartment-Hotel.h1633802.Hotel-Information) ![Adina CityLife Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69588/4a416f71_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Adina CityLife Wellington 300 Lambton Quay Wellington Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews) Always enjoy staying here. Right in the CBD. Room was clean and tidy. One little thing, was the extra blanket had lollies stuck to it when we pulled it out of the wardrobe. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-CityLife-Wellington.h69588.Hotel-Information) ![Liberty Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96525400/96525362/0a2f2b80_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Liberty Apartment Hotel 79 Taranaki St Wellington Wellington Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews) Comfortable bed and good location Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-79-Taranaki-Street.h96525362.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6135549&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You can enjoy the cafes while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Trentham-Racecourse-Trentham.d6286120.Vacation-Attraction) #### Staglands Wildlife Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Staglands Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Staglands-Wildlife-Reserve-Akatarawa-Valley.d553248621532610600.Vacation-Attraction) #### Brewtown Upper Hutt You can take time to visit Brewtown Upper Hutt during your travels to Upper Hutt. [](https://expedia.ca/Brewtown-Upper-Hutt-Maidstone.d982579351520403456.Vacation-Attraction) #### New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) Explore the campus of New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) during your stay in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Zealand-Campus-Of-Innovation-And-Sport-Trentham.d890195645869551616.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gillies Group Theatre You can enjoy a show at Gillies Group Theatre during your stay in Upper Hutt. [](https://expedia.ca/Gillies-Group-Theatre-Upper-Hutt-Central.d890195658672664576.Vacation-Attraction) #### Upper Hutt City Library Upper Hutt City Library is just one of the places to see in Upper Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-City-Library-Upper-Hutt-Central.d890195665314344960.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285843/10b27a5e-9e36-4e00-a833-0cf380200a53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour CA $163 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-mountain-bike-explorer-cycle-tour.a45285843.activity-details) ![Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45347739/edead373-0ac1-48ab-adf3-140fe38c34a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau CA $56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-beekeeping-experience-in-tauherenikau.a45347739.activity-details) ![Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46213430/8474d6d6-598d-4262-97dc-80c77f304042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour CA $122 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/te-awa-kairangi-grade-2-scenic-rafting-tour.a46213430.activity-details) ![Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1397354/2fb2bf22-8eb5-455f-ab9f-3c32235bc800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour CA $163 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-mountain-bike-explorer-cycle-tour.a1397354.activity-details) ![30 Mins Supercar Passenger Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45764940/7039c446-df44-4e65-ab81-541c9e0a2583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 30 Mins Supercar Passenger Experience CA $151 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/30-mins-supercar-passenger-experience.a45764940.activity-details) ![Wellington Native Bush Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50121891/64ab0723-24f5-4365-bec7-a1ffa54e203b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Native Bush Walking Tour CA $123 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-native-bush-walking-tour.a50121891.activity-details) [See all activities in Upper Hutt](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Upper-Hutt.d6135549.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Upper Hutt ![Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand. 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