Lower Hutt

Travel Guide

Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney

Where to stay in Lower Hutt

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Petone

4/5(7 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Petone
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Wainuiomata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wainuiomata and surrounding area, you can visit Eastbourne Beach and Petone Foreshore.

Wainuiomata
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Eastbourne

While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and The Weta Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastbourne
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Naenae

While there might not be top attractions in Naenae, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Petone Foreshore and Belmont Regional Park.

Naenae
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Hutt Central

If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and Dowse Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Hutt Central
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Stokes Valley

Stokes Valley might not have many top sights, but Trentham Racecourse and Belmont Regional Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Stokes Valley
Champers Motor Inn

Champers Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
6-10 Pharazyn Street, Lower Hutt
The price is €58 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
€58
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Dowse Art Museum and Wellington City Walkways ...
7/10 Good! (243 reviews)
"The place is clean and very good value for your money. The location is also excellent since it is very close to the mall. Reception is unattended most of the time but it wasn't a major issue for us. Checkin and checkout is a breeze. The staff/cleaner was very helpful as well."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Champers Motor Inn
Quest Petone

Quest Petone

4 out of 5
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is €77 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
€77
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)
"Nice and clean apartments. Handy location"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Quest Petone
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

4 out of 5
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is €107 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
€107
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (574 reviews)
"Close to local restaurants"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
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The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

4.5 out of 5
15 Queens Drive Lower Hutt Wellington, Lower Hutt
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay at The Sebel Wellington. Check-in was quick and smooth, with staff who were not only professional but also genuinely warm and helpful throughout our visit. The room was modern, spacious, and very comfortable — everything we needed to feel at ease. We also enjoyed the restaurant, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge

4.5 out of 5
42-44 Cuba St, Petone, Lower Hutt
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (387 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Ava Lodge
WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD

WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD

Lower Hutt City
Stay at this vacation home in Lower Hutt. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Belmont Regional Park and Wellington ...
9/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
Magical Mansion
"We were completely blown away by the Woodroyd Estate! The winding road to the house transported us to another world. The house is spacious and wonderful to explore. Likewise, the grounds were very entertaining to saunter around. It will definitely be the most memorable home we stayed at during our ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD
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Popular places to visit

Petone Foreshore

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Petone Foreshore

Queensgate Shopping Centre

You can enjoy retail therapy at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Lower Hutt.

Queensgate Shopping Centre

Truby King House & Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Truby King House & Garden, a lovely green space in Lower Hutt. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Truby King House & Garden

Dowse Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dowse Art Museum during your travels in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Dowse Art Museum

Wellington City Walkways

You can take time to visit Wellington City Walkways during your travels to Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Wellington City Walkways

Bolton Street Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Bolton Street Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Bolton Street Cemetery

Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

€17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Yeastie Boys

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

€30
per adult
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

€42
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

€6
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

€27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

€49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Reviews of Lower Hutt

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Top destination
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Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a city, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Wellington

Photo by Coburn Brown

Wainuiomata Coast