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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lower Hutt has to offer.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
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. Airlines that fly from Australia to Lower Hutt include Air Canada, Air China and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap 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. Airlines that fly from Australia to Lower Hutt include Air Canada, Air China and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

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

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,990 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,009 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,754 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (59 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (209 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (953 reviews)
Air China
Good (34 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (271 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (551 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (882 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,760 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (490 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (315 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around $144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $164 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)
$195+
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$172+
Boulcott Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$166+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$141+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$119+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$24+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay $2.76 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.01 and $44.01. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Prius c or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.76 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.01 and $44.01. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Prius c or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.