A haven from the city rush, a foray into New Zealand’s pristine wilderness – Te Waonui Forest Retreat is truly a place to relax and refresh. All focus has been on creating a healthy, environmentally safe habitat to maximise guests’ wellbeing. With a natural, earthy ambience and attentive service, there’s no better place to take a deep breath and simply unwind.
FeesOptional Fees Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Accomodation
Just imagine waking up to the melodic call of native birdsong and opening your eyes to majestic mountains rising out of lush rainforest, all from the comfort of your luxuriously appointed room… Guest rooms at the 5 star Qualmark rated Te Waonui Forest Retreat have been designed with both comfort and environmental preservation top of mind. Double glazing and best practice insulation vastly improve the energy efficiency of each room, as well as helping to create a quiet, warm cosy feel. Rooms are a generous size ranging from 28 – 33sqm and are located in four separate accommodation wings; known as Kahikatea, Totara, Rimu and Matai, all linked by covered walkways. The hotel offers a choice of bedding and bathroom configurations with rooms comprising either Super King or two Queen Beds. Special attention has been given to guest bedding by adding soft woollen underlays and plush down and wool duvets for extra comfort. Most rooms have large walk-in showers, but many also feature baths either with a separate shower or combined.
Deluxe Hotel Room King
Luxuriously appointed guest room with one super king bed, generously proportioned and featuring the highest standard of room amenities, such as your own personal pillow menu, natural wool mattress underlay and high speed Internet access. This room caters for a maximum of 2 adults.
Deluxe Hotel Room Twin
Luxuriously appointed guest room with two queen beds, generously proportioned and featuring the highest standard of room amenities, such as your personal pillow menu, natural wool mattress underlay, and high speed Internet access. The room caters for a maximum of 3 adults and a maximum of 1 child but cannot exceed 3 guests in total.
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen Beds355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Non-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
2 Queen Beds355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Non-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe King Room
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Room, Accessible
1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Accessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Accessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 King Bed355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Non-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed355-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, and electric kettleSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heated floor (bathroom)Non-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Accessible Room
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Two Queen Room
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Features a private balconyInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television, satellite channels, and MP3 dockFood & Drink - Refrigerator, espresso maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Dining
The appropriately named Canopy Restaurant offers sumptuous breakfast and dinner menus. An international buffet breakfast with cook-to-order egg station ensures guests' tastes are personally catered to. The five course degustation menu, created from the freshest West Coast and South Island produce, means dinner guests enjoy a complete food experience. Seating up to 120 inside and 24 guests alfresco style on the outside covered balcony means the Canopy Restaurant can easily cater to individual or group needs. The open fire, natural colours and organic textures add further ambience and warmth to this most welcoming environment. Inviting lounge seating occupies the attractive bar area featuring subtle rainforest theming, that transforms to a cafe during the day. An open fire and outside covered terrace enhance this area, perfect for lazy lunches or unwinding in the evening.
Frond Lounge Bar
Relax and unwind in the hotel's "Frond Lounge Bar", be it a warm sunny day looking out at the beauty of the West Coast rainforest or a cold evening by…
The Canopy Restaurant
Guests will enjoy dining among the trees in ‘The Canopy’ restaurant, savouring quality local cuisine including an indulgent five-course de…
Frond Lounge Bar
Relax and unwind in the hotel's "Frond Lounge Bar", be it a warm sunny day looking out at the beauty of the West Coast rainforest or a cold evening by the warm fire.
View on mapThe Canopy Restaurant
Guests will enjoy dining among the trees in ‘The Canopy’ restaurant, savouring quality local cuisine including an indulgent five-course degustation dinner.
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Spa
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation. Located at the tranquil setting of Te Waonui Forest Retreat, Amaia Luxury Spa offers clients a relaxing environment. Choose from a superior range of treatments and leave feeling relaxed and revitalised.
Massage Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
Facial Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
Spa Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
Hands & Feet
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
Massage Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
View on mapFacial Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
View on mapSpa Therapy
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
View on mapHands & Feet
Let our dedicated spa team take you through a journey of ultimate relaxation.
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Location
Located in Franz Josef, the retreat offers easy access to the many natural wonders of the South West World Heritage Area. Mountains, glaciers, rivers, lakes, coastline, and native flora and fauna all lie in wait at the doorstep for visitors to admire and explore.
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Reviews
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Rating
1094 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
DrBD
NZ Forest retreat
Iconic hotel in forest. Easy to get to. Great and friendly checking..good parking. Room lovely and exactly what we thought..in trees and tranquil. Well stocked and thoughtful little extras. Good to...
Robin1122
A restful stay in a fern forest
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Deborah M
Good experience
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