Totara Lodge

Property class: 3

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At Totara Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 333
SAR 385 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a white duvet, black pillows, and a grey throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small nightstand with a phone. The room has a simple, clean design with a dark carpet and white walls.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a small wooden nightstand with a phone and a cup.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Twin Room (Queen and 1 Single)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Trentham, a neighborhood in Upper Hutt, Totara Lodge is near a train station. Trentham Camp Golf Course and Brewtown Upper Hutt are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whakatiki Buffer Reserve and Gentian Reserve. The Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre and Silver Stream Railway are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Upper Hutt travel guide
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68 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018

What's nearby

  • Trentham Racecourse
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tawai Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Zealand Defence College
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Upper Hutt College Field
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station
    8 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cake & Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • The Coffee Box
    7 min walk
  • Noodle Canteen
    5 min drive
  • The Oyster Palace
    17 min walk
  • Café Blume
    4 min drive

About this property

Totara Lodge

  • Motel located in Trentham
  • Consider a stay at Totara Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Luannes Ararino Bar & Bis, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
    • Barbecue grills, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Totara Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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Frequently asked questions

Is Totara Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Totara Lodge?

As of 24 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Totara Lodge on 24 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 333, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Totara Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Totara Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Totara Lodge located?

Located in Trentham, this motel is steps from Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park. New Zealand Defence College and Pinehill Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Totara Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 562 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, large clean room. Good parking and room for function was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean&warm. Good safe parking and the place is close to restaurant, train&place we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, comfortable, clean and friendly. Well presented with excellent amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent staff at reception for check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Ideal for us visiting family close to transport and good eating places.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely friendly staff, very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff were friendly and room was adequately equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking that was easy and secure. Restaurant next to the hotel was good. The train station is across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely room right next door to a restaurant could not fault it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed here before clean, tidy, staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, great beds, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay, I stayed for one night for work, great service, clean and comfortable, I will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location friendly staff great service and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay, couldn’t fault it…friendly, helpful staff, a great restaurant next door and an easy commute to IRANZ.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault our stay. Had everything we needed, close to where we were going and drinks, dining etc all on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely clean accommodation. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, well maintained and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

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Very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location if in the Hutt and a tidy / clean site, inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great size room - comfy bed - aircon - security gates! Very nice place to stay and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable convenient accommodation with excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025