The Boatshed
Auckland & Waiheke IslandThe Boatshed is perched above a dazzling bay and the white sandy beaches of Oneroa on Waiheke Island, a 35-minute ferry ride or ten minutes by helicopter from Auckland, on New Zealand’s North Island.
The hotel provides seven lavish beachfront suites including two bungalows, all offering the utmost privacy. All rooms feature striking nautical architecture, stylish furnishings and panoramic ocean views with some opening right onto the sand. The unique three-storey Lighthouse is the perfect retreat for honeymooners.
Enjoy mouthwatering cuisine accompanied by New Zealand fine wines, in an alfresco setting. A number of superb restaurants and cafés can be found nearby.
There is plenty to keep you busy in the vicinity of the hotel. Stroll along the beach; hire a beach buggy; visit Oneroa’s markets and art galleries; tour vineyards or indulge in a massage in the privacy of your suite.
The Boatshed Information
Location & Getting There
This luxury boutique hotel is perched above a dazzling bay and the white sandy beaches of Oneroa on Waiheke Island, a 20-minute drive from Auckland Airport followed by a 35-minute ferry ride.
Accommodation
The Boatshed provides 7 lavish Beachfront Suites including two bungalows, all offering the utmost privacy. The 3 Boatsheds are cozy living spaces with an open plan bedroom and sitting area, along with a fireplace and sun loungers on the private deck. The Lighthouse Suite is a three-storey tower featuring a day room, private terrace and views of the boats on the bay. The Bridge Room features private stairs and entrance, internal porch, and alcoholic mini-bar. Bungalows boast a private porch with garden views, large sitting areas, and a freestanding bath for two.
Activities
There is plenty to keep guests busy in the vicinity of the hotel. Stroll along the beach, hire a beach buggy, visit Oneroa’s markets and art galleries, tour vineyards, and wineries, go hiking, scuba diving, sailing, or clay bird shooting.
Children
No children under the age of 12 (infants 12 months and less are accepted).
- Fine dining
- Spa
- Gardens
- Beach walks
- Oneroa’s markets and art galleries
- Vineyards and wineries
- Hiking
- Scuba diving
- Sailing or clay bird shooting
The definition of ‘beach chic’, The Boatshed, Waiheke Island, New Zealand is bright and fresh throughout with amazing views out to the ocean. The rooms are all individually designed and striking, especially the three storey Lighthouse that's as unique as it is romantic. The location is also superb, just a short stroll away from Waiheke’s trademark boutiques and cafes. It will appeal to couples and honeymooners seeking a chic, romantic hideaway in an idyllic beachside setting.
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