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Ava Lodge

4.5 star property

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Exterior
Studio (Super-King Studio)
Studio (Super-King Studio) | Private kitchen
Front of property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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42-44 Cuba St, Petone, Lower Hutt, 5012
  • Place, Petone Foreshore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolton Street Cemetery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Truby King House & Garden
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio (Super-King Studio)

Studio (Super-King Studio)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (King Studio)

Studio (King Studio)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (Spa Studio)

Studio (Spa Studio)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment) | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment)

  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (Queen Studio)

Studio (Queen Studio)

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Studio (Queen Studio) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Studio (Queen Studio)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Ava Lodge

A meeting room, laundry facilities, and a garden are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and a banquet hall. Each apartment provides free WiFi and free wired Internet, a TV with cable channels, and a kitchenette with a stovetop and a microwave. An electric kettle, free tea bags/instant coffee, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests.
Ava Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2023.

During your stay at Ava Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Bolton Street Cemetery. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a meeting room are available. Built in 2014, this luxury aparthotel has 20 apartments on 2 floors. Each apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, cable TV, and a microwave
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a meeting room, and laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Queensgate Shopping Centre and 10 minutes from Wellington Cable Car
As a guest of Ava Lodge, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Lower Hutt aparthotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Cot: NZD 30 per night

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 20 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Recycling
  • Renovated - August 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Ava Lodge.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Ava Lodge Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge
Ava Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge Aparthotel
Ava Lodge Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge Aparthotel Lower Hutt

Ava Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 403 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 403 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 403 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 403 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 403 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ava lodge is brilliant. Clean, comfy beds, spacious and we were lucky enough to have a balcony. The beds are comfy with lovely linen. And the bathroom especially the shower is huge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Friendly staff, easy parking. Beautiful view from esplanade - handy to Ava Lodge. Had everything we required.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The litter rooms were comfortable and clean. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Swee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Super comfortable and clean room, we had the most enjoyable stay. Excellent room layout and size. Within 10 minutes of walking distance to nearby restaurants and shops. Will definitely stay at Ava Lodge again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Modern, clean comfortable room. Had everything we needed for our overnight stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Check in and out was fast and easy, the receptionist was really nice and accommodating (we were only slightly late but he did offer to keep reception open until 9PM for us). We got a free upgrade, the room was clean and had everything we needed. Would probably stay again if I'm in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyable stay Highly recommend 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed here before and always get a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Amenities
Great accommodation for long stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location, rooms serviced daily
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clesn, great location, would absolutely recommend to friend or family member.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
close to main street, restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, helpful staff, easy parking
Verified

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ava Lodge was a fantastic place to stay. It was clean, cosy, comfortable and well worth the price. It was close to the beach and shops and there was good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay close to Jackson Street. Well thought out rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Awesome stay

Really enjoyed our stay at Ava Lodge. Clean comfortable room. Will definitely like to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Recommended stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely clean and modern room, Manager was excellent to deal with, very quiet even though we were near the main rd
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing place and friendly staff. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoffrey Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good parking and facility
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very special location and very well maitained. Happy management!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice hotel.

Nice hotel. Spacious room, clean, kitchen well equipped. Large shower and comfortable bed. Walked to restaurant and convenient store.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our room was beautifully presented, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023