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 4 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 10 miles from the city centre. 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 198 miles 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 10 miles from the city centre. 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 198 miles 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 (4,472 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,769 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,548 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (51 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (215 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (260 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (543 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (838 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,784 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (514 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around $151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $134 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)
$186+
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$149+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$134+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$115+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$28+
Midway Pacifica Lodge
3 stars
Okay (4.8, Okay reviews)
$116+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay $2.79 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 $33.38 and $44.50. 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 (Toyota Corolla Wagon or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.79 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 $33.38 and $44.50. 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 (Toyota Corolla Wagon or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.