Elderslea Travel Guide
Upper Hutt
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.
Golder's Cottage
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Golder's Cottage in Upper Hutt.
McLeod Park
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod Park, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt.
McLeod Street Playground
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod Street Playground, 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.
Top hotels in Elderslea

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Check in and check out was a breeze with very friendly staff. Rooms were tidy and spacious. Shower was huge with excellent pressure. Towels were soft and a great size. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Would not hesitate to recommend to family and friends. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Position of hotel to Wellington attractions was the biggest plus
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gave an early check in on a cold rainy day
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

ibis Wellington
Only parking let this down. Everything else was fine.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
The hotel is nice if a little run down. The staff are excellent but the surroundings of the hotel are a little dicey.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman
The room was clean, reception staff and cleaning staff were pleasant and helpful. It had everything I needed and was a great central location.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elderslea

Ebdentown
While visiting Ebdentown, you might make a stop by sights like Oxford Park and Pine Avenue Park.

Upper Hutt Central
While visiting Upper Hutt Central, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hutt City Library and Upper Hutt City Council.

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 Council.

Trentham
Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Whakatiki Buffer Reserve.

Riverstone Terraces
While there might not be top attractions in Riverstone Terraces, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whakatiki Buffer Reserve and Moonshine Park.
