Elderslea Travel Guide
Upper Hutt
Popular places to visit
McLeod Street Playground
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod Street Playground, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
McLeod Park
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
Golder's Cottage
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Golder's Cottage 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.
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.
Things to do
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
Top hotels in Elderslea
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Location was fantastic, we had been specifically looking for a room that had a terrace/balcony so we could open windows but on arrival we were told this hotel does not have them, although that was noted on the booking as available on expedia. Disappointed on arrival but we stayed anyway and had a ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
Still in the process of new owners taking over, so for example can’t accept Amex yet. Most things remain the same - lots of opportunities for new owners to improve, from a fairly average spa with only a few jets working for 3 minutes at a time, to noisy rooms with average aircon. Breakfast very overpriced ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
ibis Wellington
Nice breakfast comfy bed and pillows. Only issue was intermittent rushing water noise from the bathroom in the night. Was very loud and would wake me up. Nice and handy to course at vic uni
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A great location, close to the town. Quiet and clean. Just what we needed in the city, and the basic kitchen was a bonus.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
It was perfect for what I needed for my weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful, easy access, clean room and liked the size of the bathroom.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Perfect location for restaurants, waterfront, 5min walk to TePapa. Comfy beds, nice rooms. Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Great for hotel carparking also. We had a great family weekend away.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elderslea
Ebdentown
While visiting Ebdentown, you might make a stop by sights like Riverbank Park and Oxford Park.
Upper Hutt Central
While visiting Upper Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hutt City Library and Savage Park.
Maidstone
If you're spending some time in Maidstone, Brewtown Upper Hutt and Maidstone Park are top sights worth seeing.
Wallaceville
While Wallaceville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brewtown Upper Hutt and Upper Hutt City Library.
Trentham
Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Tawai Park.
Totara Park
While visiting Totara Park, you might make a stop by sights like Ngāti Tama Park and Turon Park.
