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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
£58
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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 26h 50m.

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 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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 26h 50m.

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 New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (4,650 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,239 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,992 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,018 reviews)
Finnair
Good (858 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (931 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (60 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (209 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Air China
Good (34 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (272 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (552 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (883 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,764 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (490 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (316 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around £73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £85 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)
£101+
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
Boulcott Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£86+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£76+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£61+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
£13+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay £1.43 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 £17.16 and £22.87. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.43 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 £17.16 and £22.87. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.