Waiheke Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Waiheke Island showing landscape views, skyline and general coastal views
Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island
Photo provided by Kitty Millyard
Photo provided by Kitty Millyard

Where to stay in Waiheke Island

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Oneroa

Unique features of Oneroa include the wineries and beaches. Make a stop by Oneroa Beach or Palm Beach while you're exploring the area.

Oneroa
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Onetangi

Onetangi is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Onetangi Beach and Eco Zip Adventures.

Onetangi
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Ostend

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Ostend. You might want to make time for a stop at Anzac Bay or Obsidian Vineyard.

Ostend
Palm Beach featuring landscape views and a beach as well as a family

Palm Beach

While Palm Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palm Beach and Wild on Waiheke.

Palm Beach
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Surfdale

If you're spending some time in Surfdale, Shelly Beach and Kennedy Point are top sights worth seeing.

Surfdale
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Blackpool

You'll appreciate the beaches during your time in Blackpool and you might want to plan a stop by Oneroa Beach and Mudbrick Vineyard while you're in the area.

Blackpool
Waiheke Island Resort
Waiheke Island Resort
3.5 out of 5
4 Bay Road, Palm Beach, Waiheke Island
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Enclosure Bay are ...
8/10 Very Good! (363 reviews)
"I had a fantastic stay. The view was beautiful, the room was comfortable, and it was so close to the beach. Would absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

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Waiheke Island Resort
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
4 out of 5
23 Calais Terrace, Ostend, Waiheke Island
The price is 2.473.167 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
2.473.167 ₫
2.844.142 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Anzac Bay and Dead ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Woukd visit again
"Quiet location. Comfortable bed and pillows. Extra sheet would have been welcomed as too hot with duvet and too cold with nothing."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Delamore Lodge
Delamore Lodge
4.5 out of 5
83 Delamore Dr, Waiheke Island, Auckland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury lodge in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Incredible
"Incredible views, incredible service, incredible food, room looks even better than the pics, bed so comfortable, games galore. We’re already planning our next stay."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024

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Delamore Lodge
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Onetangi Beach Apartments
Onetangi Beach Apartments
3.5 out of 5
5-7 Fourth Avenue, Onetangi, Waiheke Island
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Onetangi Beach and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"Spacious, clean, friendly staff and good value"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Onetangi Beach Apartments
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
4 out of 5
23 Calais Terrace, Ostend, Waiheke Island
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Anzac Bay and Dead ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Woukd visit again
"Quiet location. Comfortable bed and pillows. Extra sheet would have been welcomed as too hot with duvet and too cold with nothing."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Sanctuary On The Beach
Sanctuary On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
141 The Strand, Waiheke Island, Auckland
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Casita Miro and Onetangi Beach ...
"A beautiful view and peaceful stay"

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2025

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Popular places to visit

Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline

Sky Tower

4.5/5(92 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sky Tower, one of the top monuments in Auckland. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Sky Tower
Eden Park

Eden Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

You can take time to visit Eden Park during your travels to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park
Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(97 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Auckland Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
SkyCity Casino

SkyCity Casino

4/5(16 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

SkyCity Casino
University of Auckland

University of Auckland

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

University of Auckland
Auckland Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Meet the animals who call Auckland Zoo home during your travels in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Auckland Zoo

Cities near Waiheke Island

Sky Tower showing a city, cbd and skyline

Auckland