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Bucket Tree Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly motel in Wellington with free parking

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Bucket Tree Lodge in Tawa creates an ideal family environment. Parents can relax in the peaceful garden while kids explore the playground. The lodge offers free WiFi throughout, and the staff provides attentive assistance whenever guests need it.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$2,481
NT$2,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Room options

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Studio Suite (1st Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Unit, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio, 2 Twin Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Studio, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 721 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Boscobel Lane, Wellington, Wellington, 5028

What's nearby

  • Willowbank Reserve Off Leash Dog Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taylor Terrace Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grasslees Dog Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Te Papa - 13 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Tawa Takapu Road Station - 2 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe Addict - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nada Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut Tawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Tawa - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Bucket Tree Lodge

Family-friendly motel located in Tawa
At Bucket Tree Lodge, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 for adults and NZD 9 to 15 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to book breakfast must contact the property before arrival to pre-book it.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 20 for adults, and NZD 9 to 15.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 65.00 per vehicle
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bucket Tree Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bucket Tree Lodge?

As of 2025/12/10, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bucket Tree Lodge on 2025/12/11 start from NT$2,480, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bucket Tree Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bucket Tree Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Bucket Tree Lodge located?

This family-friendly Wellington motel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within 2 mi (3 km) of Taylor Terrace Dog Park and Grasslees Dog Park. Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden and Wellington Cenotaph are also within 9 mi (15 km). Tawa Takapu Road Station is only a 2-minute walk and Tawa Redwood Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Bucket Tree Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, good amenities. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good accomodation, super hosts, would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Enjoyed the spacious room and the owners were so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, the beds comfortable, easy check in. Thanking for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inexpensive spot. Lots of local amenities all walkable. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facilities. Tired but well maintained. Would definitely return again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

lloyd

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Price matched older dated motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people. Acom very clean. Very pleased we have already booked again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovley staff very clean all the facilities i needed for my elderly mother great place to stay before the ferry crossing thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff with modern and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was right by the train station to get downtown to Wellington.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The Bucket Tree is very iconic, with colonial style architecture, lovely park-like surroundings and that giant bucket-shaped tree in front. I arrived in the middle of a heavy rainstorm, so really appreciated the warm and cosy room. I had a separate bedroom with a very comfortable bed. Beautiful kitchenette and bathroom. Everything was lovely and clean and the service was great. I stayed for two nights and my room was cleaned each day. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top service

Great service from start to finish. The unit was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel for family or group

What a great hotel. Lovely rooms, awesome friendly staff. Will definitely return if in Wellington. Had everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An enjoyable stay.

Conveniently located close to Wellington with a variety of dining opportunities available within a few minutes drive. Well appointed room, surroundings were quiet and attractive. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is next to a railway line but units are well soundproofed plus not many trains come by. Area otherwise nice and quiet. Staff very friendly and helpful. Unit well and modern furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Amenities
The room was clean and well kept. I would return next time Im in Wgtn
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Seiuli Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for great service especially when we got in close to midnight. Appreciate how stress free abd safe lodge was during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location 15 min from ferry terminal, easy parking, and spacious 1bed unit, with good heating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay, very clean and quiet with everything you might need in the rooms while you stay. Staff were very friendly and quick to help. Convenient on site parking in a good location that is a close enough drive when needing to go to wellington. will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a few nights. Don't be put off by the train tracks, they were not an issue. Super friendly and helpful team.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Sung Yun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wifi
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely one bedroom suite. Plenty of space. Worth a visit just to see the amazing bucket tree!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

We had the accessibility suite and the managers couldn’t have been more helpful with our requests
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024