Trentham
Upper Hutt
Popular places to visit

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.
Trentham Racecourse
You can take time to visit Trentham Racecourse during your travels to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
Enjoy the student vibe at New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) as part of your travels around Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Moonshine Park
Explore the great outdoors at Moonshine Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
New Zealand Defence College
Walk around the campus at New Zealand Defence College during your stay in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Tawai Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tawai Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Things to do

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington
Top hotels in Trentham

Totara Lodge
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.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Met family for mini holiday. Rooms spacious & comfortable although bathroom needs an upgrade.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Clean, modern room with good facilities and tasty room service food. Courteous and professional staff.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Amenities was a delightful surprise (laundry wash/dry facilities)
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
The room was good but had to ask for extra items during the week as they ran out. Loved the pool and spa. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

ibis Wellington
Everything was excellent! The room and other facilities were sparkling clean, the parking was easy and convenient, and the breakfast was good. I had a very comfortable stay and would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Trentham

Elderslea
While visiting Elderslea, you might make a stop by sights like Clyma Park and McLeod Street Playground.

Wallaceville
While Wallaceville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brewtown Upper Hutt and Maidstone Park.

Heretaunga
Heretaunga might not have many top sights, but Trentham Racecourse and Moonshine Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Upper Hutt Central
While visiting Upper Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hutt City Library and Upper Hutt City Council.

Maidstone
If you're spending some time in Maidstone, Maidstone Park and Brewtown Upper Hutt are top sights worth seeing.

Riverstone Terraces
While there might not be top attractions in Riverstone Terraces, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moonshine Park and Trentham Racecourse.


