Akatarawa Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Adele Billaney
Photo by Adele Billaney
Photo by Adele Billaney
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod

Popular places to visit

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

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.

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

Karapoti Park

Explore the great outdoors at Karapoti Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.

Karapoti Park

Cloustonville Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cloustonville Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.

Cloustonville Park

Trentham Racecourse

Catch an event at Trentham Racecourse during your trip to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Trentham Racecourse

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.

New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)

Gillies Group Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Gillies Group Theatre on your trip to Upper Hutt.

Gillies Group Theatre

Activities

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

AU$183
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

AU$183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Cheers! Moy Hall Wines, Martinborough.

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

AU$932
per adult
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Sleepy Seal at the Cape Palliser Seal Colony

Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

AU$987
per adult
Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington
South African rugby supporters on tour at Panhead brewery

Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

AU$311
per adult
Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour
Inspecting a live beehive at Greytown Honey

Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington

AU$941
per adult
Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington
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Our pick of the best Akatarawa Valley Hotel Deals

Champers Motor Inn

Champers Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
6-10 Pharazyn Street, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$106 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$106
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (232 reviews)
"Check-in was nice and easy, even though no staff on site. Beds nice and comfy. Would recommended staying here."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Champers Motor Inn
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

4 out of 5
15 Queens Drive Lower Hutt Wellington, Lower Hutt
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$155
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean, modern and had everything I needed for my stay."

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
The Angus Hotel

The Angus Hotel

2.5 out of 5
5 Cornwall St, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is AU$120 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$120
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Queensgate Shopping Centre and Dowse Art Museum are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"Excellent location. Interior was in good condition. Exterior is looking a bit run down (not like the pictures advertised on Expedia). Had a good stay. Would recommend. Was clean and tidy rooms"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The Angus Hotel
Copthorne Resort Solway Park

Copthorne Resort Solway Park

4 out of 5
246 High Street South, Solway, Masterton
The price is AU$153 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$153
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Masterton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Clean and tidy every day"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Copthorne Resort Solway Park
Quest Petone

Quest Petone

4 out of 5
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is AU$151 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$151
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (603 reviews)
"D"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Quest Petone
Totara Lodge

Totara Lodge

3 out of 5
68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt
The price is AU$148 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$148
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Upper Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (513 reviews)
"Loved it, secure, & clean tidy. Loved the restaurant next door & comfortable bed. Good water pressure in the shower."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Totara Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Akatarawa Valley

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Kaitoke

While Kaitoke isn't home to many top sights, Kartsport Wellington and Macaskill Lakes are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kaitoke
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Craigs Flat

While Craigs Flat may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Harcourt Park.

Craigs Flat
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Te Marua

While visiting Te Marua, you might make a stop by sights like Te Marua Golf Club and Macaskill Lakes.

Te Marua
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Birchville

While visiting Birchville, you might make a stop by sights like Birchville Park and Hoggard Park.

Birchville
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Maymorn

Though Maymorn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Harcourt Park and Benge Hall Park.

Maymorn
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Timberlea

While visiting Timberlea, you might make a stop by sights like Benge Hall Park and Gentian Reserve.

Timberlea

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