You have been planning the perfect holiday or vacation and found a breathtaking island full of stunning beaches, flora, fauna, art and wineries, just a quick ferry ride from Auckland. Now it’s time to find a unique accommodation to make it an even more memorable experience. We are glad to help you decide where to stay on Waiheke Island.
For this quest, it’s important to have in mind the kind of traveller you are (or feel like being this time) and the main purpose of your trip. Are we talking about a couples getaway with your loved one, an anniversary, a honeymoon destination, or a celebration of a special occasion?
Or perhaps you feel like seizing not only serenity but also lots of amusement and adventures with your best friend, a world away from daily life?
If it’s one or the other – or all of the above –, be at peace because there are many tailored options of where to stay on Waiheke Island. So, let’s share some inputs on this important topic – carry on reading!
Deciding the location of where to stay on Waiheke Island is not a problem, as visitors can arrange different ways of getting around here.
The island is just a 40-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland. There are a few ways to explore Waiheke, such as private driver hire – which Omana offers exclusively to our guests – taxis and executive transportation, as well as bikes, scooters and car rentals. For your convenience, you can also take the car ferry, then continue the journey at your own pace to your accommodation.
Keep also in mind that there are other options to reach Waiheke, such as hiring a private water taxi or even coming on a helicopter for a more exclusive arrival and, of course, the greatest views throughout a 10-minute flight.
Once you’ve reached the island, you will soon discover our biggest village, Oneroa, full of delicious restaurants, cafés, shops, art galleries, markets and plenty of options of accommodation on Waiheke Island.
From the seaside village, visitors get amazing views of bays, sandy beaches and stunning nature all around, which all make Oneroa one of the best places to stay on Waiheke.
But for a more exclusive experience, you can, of course, enjoy all of that and still find more secluded and private options for your stay. For instance, Omana is just a short drive away from Oneroa, and you’ll be able to unwind and relax in luxury accommodation on Waiheke.
Now that you are more familiar with the main village and how easy it is to get around this beautiful piece of land, let's consider a few things to help you reach your final decision on where to stay on Waiheke Island.
To share special moments with your loved one, there’s nothing better than finding a secluded and luxury accommodation on Waiheke Island. Just to give an example, our villas are in a little oasis atop a hill on Woodside Bay, and we are proud of our amazing ocean view and tranquillity.
Visitors who are looking for peace and quiet will also be surprised that Omana is just a short drive from top restaurants and wineries, so you’ll still be able to unwind and relax in luxury accommodation on Waiheke, as well as enjoy attractions all around.
It’s like merging the best of both worlds! Yet, if you’re feeling like staying in your little cocoon, you can rest assured that our exclusive services will provide you with memorable experiences, such as in-villa dining and couples massages.
As you may already be aware, Waiheke has plenty of coves, which not only give the island a shape similar to a friendly octopus but also welcome fantastic ocean vistas. This is a point to consider when you’re deciding where to stay, as it may make a difference to your waking up view and having access to a private beach.
Just to name a few bays on Waiheke:
Memorable hospitality must be for all, so inclusion is another essential feature when looking for the best accommodation on Waiheke Island. Not only do guests need a warm welcome, but also a tailored experience during their stay.
Stepping into your hotel room should be part of the cherished memories you create during your vacation in New Zealand – imagine walking into the room and feeling mesmerised by beautiful details framed by a stunning sea view.
With this in mind, all of our four villas are generously designed, and we created Villa Serenity as a wheelchair-accessible luxury accommodation, which means wider doorways, wet rooms with grab rails, ramps for easy access in and out of the villa, and other inclusive standards.
This care for each and every guest’s well-being is part of our mission of creating experiences that will make you feel at home.
New Zealand is known for being one of the main countries that invest in sustainability; therefore, providing eco-friendly accommodation on Waiheke means a great deal to New Zealanders. When looking for where to stay on the island, you might want to take this into consideration.
We do know guests will remember the views, our rich nature, the birdlife, and the stunning native gardens, but they will also appreciate who acts to preserve it all. For us, this means to:
From day one, Omana has been caring for this beautiful land, which has resulted in amazing recognition of our investment in sustainability. Our luxury villas were awarded the prestigious Gold certification by Qualmark in the Sustainable Tourism Business category and a 5-Star Boutique & Lodge rating.
Being able to immerse our guests in nature and luxury has also granted us the title of Oceania’s Leading Boutique Hotel by The World Travel Awards 2024.
No matter the reason for your trip to New Zealand, it’s always good to have in mind that Waiheke is indeed a haven for you to reconnect with your loved one, nature, and feel refreshed. The island has much to offer, including local exclusive products, such as wine, olive oil, cheese, veggies, fruits, art, antiques, and more.
Waihekeans are warm and welcoming people, with a great sense of community, and this is a great value that could make a tremendous difference in your choice of accommodation. Thus, the importance of choosing where to stay on Waiheke is based on experience above all.
We believe that reconnecting with nature offers renewal in yourself. So, your choice of where to stay on Waiheke Island should make you feel welcome, comfortable and at peace.
Come on a unique Waiheke experience at Omana. Book your stay.
