The Best Boutique Hotels On Waiheke Island New Zealand

Just a 45-minute ferry ride from Auckland, Waiheke Island’s serene vineyards and beaches feel a world away from New Zealand’s largest city.

Waiheke Island attracts visitors from all over the world. Its incredible showcase of scenic sights, adventurous attractions and classy wine-tasting venues are greatly complemented by a special collection of boutique hotels. Here are some of the best places to check into while exploring this idyllic New Zealand destination.

1. Delamore Lodge

Resort, Hotel, Lodge

View of water at sunset from covered balcony with grand table and chairs at Delamore Lodge

This luxurious resort has got it all: remarkable views, first-class spa facilities, a spacious events pavilion and stunning guest suites. The Delamore Lodge sits on a hillside overlooking the Owhanake Bay and very much brings a Mediterranean feel to the island. If you’re feeling a bit romantic, this lush venue offers special getaway packages and even hosts weddings.

2. The Oyster Inn

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Part restaurant, part boutique hotel, with a full infusion of incredible vistas, the Oyster Inn has made a name for itself by producing some the finest seafood delicacies, as well as providing a great deal of hospitality. Guests can easily access the Oneroa’s main attractions from the hotel’s prime location – offering the perfect balance between intrepid exploring and relaxation.

3. Enclosure Bay

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Large and stylish wooden lodge at Enclosure Bay with view over the water

If a romantic, 200-degree view of the Hauraki Gulf appeals to you, Enclosure Bay is the place to go. This lovely boutique hotel resides between Little Oneroa and Palm Beach – so it’s no wonder the venue takes a lot of pride in its surrounding vistas. Enclosure Bay also has a penchant for exclusivity, as the hotel comprises three intimate rooms: two guest suites and one smaller bedroom.

4. Waiheke Island Resort

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Outdoor swimming pool at Waiheke Island Resort within hills

This low-key hotel is a nice place for some R&R after a day of vineyard exploring. The Waiheke Island Resort comprises different apartment units and villas. Its swimming pool overlooks the island’s gorgeous Palm Beach, and there’s also a tennis court nearby for sporty travellers to enjoy.

5. Mudbrick Luxury Cottages

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Set in the grounds of the inimitable Mudbrick Vineyard, these cottages possess everything that makes the winery so magical: incredible views, fairytale surroundings and rustic-chic French-accented interiors. Comprising just two cottages that sleep two adults (and a child if need be), they are the ultimate romantic getaway. Wander up the garden path to the vineyard restaurant for an intimate meal accompanied by the vineyard’s award-winning wines, then head back for an evening soak in your own private spa pool to cap off a dreamy evening.

6. Te Whau Lodge

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Wooden lodge with double bed and fridge with balcony and views of the water at Te Whau Lodge

Wake up to panoramic views over native bush to the ocean beyond at Te Whau Lodge, where you can make the most of the incredible vantage point over a Nespresso coffee, without even leaving your bed. In the evening, take a glass of locally produced wine onto your private balcony to watch the sunset, or head down to the lodge’s private beach for a hidden picnic. Breakfast is included, so you can fuel up in the morning – be it for a day of wine tasting, or simply soaking up the sun and exploring the island’s beaches.

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