Title: Bristol Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bristol Motel Motel in Upper Hutt with free parking ![Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/909b3f55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/18608277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/101da709.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/f103c463.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/f81a5e93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bristol Motel in Trentham offers a tranquil escape with lush gardens. Guests love the balance of serenity and amenities. Rooms have WiFi, and a pool table provides entertainment after exploring. The peaceful setting is highly praised by visitors. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 4 - Nov. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=9629138&PinnedHotelID=9629138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio Unit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/e68c3808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio Unit) ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/34b9a152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629138/18608277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit) ### Highlights Heating Kitchen Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 388 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpper-Hutt-Hotels-Bristol-Motel.h9629138.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpper-Hutt-Hotels-Bristol-Motel.h9629138.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.13247%2C175.04294&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rCwhR8O8FLeq2-6zSngcjK9XmLA=) 8 Bristol Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018 #### What's nearby - Trentham Racecourse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - New Zealand Defence College - 19 min walk - 1.7 km - New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Trentham Camp Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Gillies Group Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km #### Getting around - Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 6 min drive - Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Quinns Post Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪Jean’s - ‬16 min walk - ‪Brewtown - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Coffee Box - ‬13 min walk - ‪Café Blume - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Bristol Motel Motel located in Trentham Bristol Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and a billiards/pool table - Smoke-free premises and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Bristol Motel offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 389 reviews CA $153 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Nov 28 - Nov 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=9626591&PinnedHotelID=9626591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Bristol Motel Upper Hutt Bristol Motel Bristol Upper Hutt Bristol Motel Motel Bristol Motel Upper Hutt Bristol Motel Motel Upper Hutt ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bristol Motel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Bristol Motel? > As of Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bristol Motel on Nov 18, 2025 start from CA $113.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Upper-Hutt-Hotels-Bristol-Motel.h9629138.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Bristol Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bristol Motel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Bristol Motel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Bristol Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Bristol Motel located? > Located in Trentham, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Upper Hutt College Field, Tawai Park, and Trentham Racecourse. Golder's Cottage and Heretaunga Players are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bristol Motel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hosts and the unit was very warm and clean. ##### Ian Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mobin Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Affordable ##### Mobin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sharyn Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Worn out old motel. Peel paint in the bathroom. Rubbish under beds. ##### Sharyn Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The door between the 2 rooms wasn't properly on the rail ##### Doug Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities No fuss booking, welcoming reception and comfortable accommodation. ##### Ralph Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very easy to find, good off street parking, good service. A very clean unit, mattress firm, excellent heating & best soap dispensers, unit met all our needs. ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities One night here before travelling home i was impressed with service, cleanliness and charm of the property, the staff were amazing even turned the heater on for me before I arrived as it was cold I will be back ##### Lynn Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Sep 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Would have liked a shower caddy. Excellent service. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 2, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Very quiet, comfortable bed, friendly relaxed owners. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Feb 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy Clean, helpful, comfortable and close to venue we wanted ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 29, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Liz and I both enjoyed our stay. Friendly owners and staff second to none , would definintely recommend and use your motel again. cheers Paul and Liz Johanen. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### L, New Zealand Jun 12, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Clean and Tidy No issues with this place , clean and tidy , staff were helpful . Bed was ok , bit on the soft side . ##### L Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Mar 28, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Noisy and not private ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara Jan 27, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet and comfy. In town for my partners graduation. Central for all venues. Very friendly staff. Nice quiet area, short drive to town center. ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Stan, Auckland Jan 3, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good clean and tidy motel. Convenient place to stop on return trip to Auckland after weeks holiday playing golf. ##### Stan Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John , Auckland Mar 20, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very handy to all amenities Close to Trenthem Race Course ##### John ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 4, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Gut-sehr gut Super, vor jedem room ein tisch und 2 stühle. Guter service. Für uns super, da wir nicht in der stadt wohnen wollten. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 17, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean, tidy, owners pleasant and accommodating. Exactly what is needed for an overnight stay. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 27, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely stay I found the staff lovely and informative, the room serviced every day, I was comfortable and had everything I required and as expected. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Kiwi Traveller Oct 21, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable motel We stayed one night at the Bristol motel. We were very happy there, it was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. ##### Kiwi Traveller ### 8/10 Good #### chelsea , R Jul 21, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay on our travels Great place to stay on our travels, cars parked outside. ##### chelsea ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jun 16, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Just your nice average motel. Good experience for the price ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen, Blenheim May 23, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had a very relaxing weekend Wasn't planning on going out sightseeing Had come over to visit my son ##### Karen ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller May 17, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Comfortable stay. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Mike, Auckland Feb 29, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A few days in Upper Hutt 60s/70s style motel but well maintained, clean and very comfortable. Very pleasant and helpful owner/operators. Handy for our main objectives in Wellington but nice river walks. ##### Mike