Waiheke Island

Travel Guide

Waiheke Island featuring general coastal views, skyline and landscape views
Waiheke Island which includes a beach and general coastal views
Waiheke Island showing a sandy beach
Waiheke Island featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline
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Where to stay in Waiheke Island

I just arrived on Waiheke Island and already know that this will be one fantastic day! It is very easy to get here - catch the ferry in downtown Auckland and in 40 min you will be at this magnificent beach!

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
Woke up to this! 
A few ships in the night

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 a beach and landscape views as well as children

Palm Beach

Though Palm Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Little Oneroa Beach.

Palm Beach
Vineyards on the Waiheke are something you need to see!!! For me this is definitely one of the favorite spots on the island...

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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 Cable Bay 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
The price is AED 832 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
AED 832
AED 977 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Enclosure Bay are ...
8/10 Very Good! (388 reviews)
Great 2 night stay. Beautiful views and a quick walk to Palm Beach. The room was tidy and compact. The kitchen had the basic neccessities to make a small meal. The on-site pool and restaurant looked lovely. Wifi performed reasonably. GIven it was a low season, there were only a few of us. They could ...

Reviewed on 8 November 2025

Waiheke Island Resort
Circular Bay Cottage with private beach

Circular Bay Cottage with private beach

Awaawaroa Bay
Stay at this cottage in Waiheke Island. Enjoy a private beach, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Poderi Crisci and Onetangi Forest ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Magic location
Had a fantastic time and magic location. Comfy beds etc. Definitely pleased we bought a 4WD. There were SUPS that looked like they could be used by guests (not locked) - would have bought wetsuits if we had known. Highly recommend if you want to get away from it all!

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Circular Bay Cottage with private beach
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments

4 out of 5
23 Calais Terrace, Ostend, Waiheke Island
The price is AED 314 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
AED 314
AED 362 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Anzac Bay and Dead ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Nice and roomy. Good location. Private.

Reviewed on 1 October 2025

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Anzac Bay and Dead ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Nice and roomy. Good location. Private.

Reviewed on 1 October 2025

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
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 WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Onetangi Beach and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
The room had everything you needed, was very clean and quiet

Reviewed on 5 November 2025

Onetangi Beach Apartments
Circular Bay Cottage with private beach

Circular Bay Cottage with private beach

Awaawaroa Bay
Stay at this cottage in Waiheke Island. Enjoy a private beach, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Poderi Crisci and Onetangi Forest ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Magic location
Had a fantastic time and magic location. Comfy beds etc. Definitely pleased we bought a 4WD. There were SUPS that looked like they could be used by guests (not locked) - would have bought wetsuits if we had known. Highly recommend if you want to get away from it all!

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Circular Bay Cottage with private beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waiheke Island

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5/5 - Excellent

Lexi

The island is beautiful and we enjoyed the wineries.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The beaches are awsom