Akatarawa Valley Travel Guide
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
You can take time to visit Trentham Racecourse during your travels to Upper Hutt. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS)
Enjoy the student vibe at New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) as part of your travels around 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 Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Top hotels in Akatarawa Valley
Champers Motor Inn
Friendly staff who were very accommodating with a late check-in when we arrived from the ferry. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
Probably the best hotel in Lower Hutt.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 10 Nov 2025
The Angus Hotel
Convenient clean sufficient for stay.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Quest Petone
Team was awesome about letting me know when the room was ready and I checked in early
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Comfortable bed and Lazy boy chairs. Great view across the harbour to Wellington CBD. Quiet, tidy and comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Akatarawa Valley
Kaitoke
While Kaitoke isn't home to many top sights, Te Marua Golf Club and Kartsport Wellington are some notable places to visit nearby.
Akatarawa
While there might not be top attractions in Akatarawa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Karapoti Park and Benge Hall Park.
Craigs Flat
While Craigs Flat may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Karapoti Park.
Te Marua
While visiting Te Marua, you might make a stop by sights like Te Marua Golf Club and Macaskill Lakes.
Birchville
While visiting Birchville, you might make a stop by sights like Birchville Park and Hoggard Park.
Maymorn
Though Maymorn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Harcourt Park and Gentian Reserve.
