Lower Hutt travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lower Hutt

With a population of 101 194, Lower Hutt is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lower Hutt to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lower Hutt

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 18h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car rental from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Snap Rentals and New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 18h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car rental from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Snap Rentals and New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (4,489 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,790 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,571 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (465 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (214 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (986 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (259 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (846 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (511 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (307 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around C$ 136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 120 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Green Gables Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 134+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 120+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 104+
Asure 83 By The Sea Motor Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 155+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
C$ 21+

Renting a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.89 and C$ 39.85.

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.89 and C$ 39.85.