Akatarawa Valley
Upper Hutt
Visit Akatarawa Valley
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.
Karapoti Park
Explore the great outdoors at Karapoti Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
Cloustonville Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cloustonville Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
Trentham Racecourse
Catch an event at Trentham Racecourse during your trip to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
Explore the campus of New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) during your stay in Upper Hutt. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Harcourt Park
Explore the great outdoors at Harcourt Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
Things to do
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Top hotels in Akatarawa Valley
Champers Motor Inn
Was okay, not as welcoming as the first time I stayed and I would have preferred a room at the back rather than by the road.( Which I had requested in booking notes). Clean and spacious though. Will stay again.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Copthorne Resort Solway Park
The room was sparkling clean and there was a peaceful atmosphere. Staff were helpful and friendly. The pool and spa were a treat.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
Probably the best hotel in Lower Hutt.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
The Angus Hotel
Wonderful staff! So helpful! Made our stay more comfortable and easy. Older hotel, well placed for easy access
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Quest Petone
Team was awesome about letting me know when the room was ready and I checked in early
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
We found the staff very helpful, the unit clean & quiet. The only issue we had was needing a disability bathroom which wasn't available so we had to struggle with the normal shower for my two disabled brothers. We were only there for two nights so we made do.
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Akatarawa Valley
Kaitoke
Though Kaitoke might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kartsport Wellington and Macaskill Lakes.
Akatarawa
Akatarawa might not have many top sights, but Benge Hall Park and Harcourt Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Craigs Flat
While there might not be top attractions in Craigs Flat, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park.
Te Marua
If you're spending some time in Te Marua, Te Marua Golf Club and Macaskill Lakes are top sights worth seeing.
Birchville
While visiting Birchville, you might make a stop by sights like Birchville Park and Hoggard Park.
Maymorn
Maymorn might not have many top sights, but Harcourt Park and Gentian Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
