Surrounded by parklands, Bucket Tree Lodge is only 12 minutes by train from Wellington city centre. It offers spacious suites and apartments with satellite TV, BBQ facilities and free car parking. All accommodation at Bucket Tree Lodge Wellington includes a toaster, microwave and refrigerator. Each has a flat-screen TV, DVD player, private bathroom and electric blankets. Apartments with cooking facilities are available. Cooked and continental breakfasts are available. Shops, restaurants and cafes are within a 5-minute walk. Guests have access to laundry facilities and a children’s playground. Takapu Train Station is only 70 metres away. It is a 12-minute drive to the Interislander Ferry Terminal.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
4 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
5 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Tawa
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maureen
    Australia Australia
    A pleasantly located motel near the railway but surprisingly not too noisy
  • Hanne
    Denmark Denmark
    Large and beautiful room with excellent kitchen facilities. Everything was very clean and tidy. The bucket tree itself was impressive and odd.
  • Piatarihi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    No fuss, check in. We had just completed a 2 week tour of Te Waipounamu and unfortunately, the Interislander was delayed, we didn't reach Bucket Tree Lodge, till approx 1am. Our host was very accomodating and made our check in so fuss free. We...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bucket Tree Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Children's playground
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Bucket Tree Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash Bucket Tree Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, you must inform the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are requested to inform the property in advance if they wish to make use of the airport shuttle and babysitting services. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) as from the 1st of December 2021 and until further notice all guests must provide a Covid Vac certificate which is supported by photo identification such as a drivers license or passport etc.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bucket Tree Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Bucket Tree Lodge

  • Check-in at Bucket Tree Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Bucket Tree Lodge is 1.7 miles from the centre of Tawa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Bucket Tree Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground

  • Yes, Bucket Tree Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Bucket Tree Lodge include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment

  • The prices at Bucket Tree Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.