Waitakere Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Arataki Visitor Centre
VIP Access

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Luxury Gate Villa | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Two-Bedroom Apartment with City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Luxury Gate Villa | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

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573 Scenic Drive, Auckland, 0612
  • Place, Waitakere Ranges
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Piha Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Auckland Zoo
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Gate Villa

  • 1023 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Loft Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Garden Spa Apartment

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Garden Spa View Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Two-Bedroom Apartment with City View

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room with City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Loft Room

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Gate Villa

  • Sleeps 4

Garden Spa Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Garden Spa View Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Two-Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Auckland

Located in Waiatarua, Waitakere Resort & Spa is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Arataki Visitor Centre and Waitakere Ranges. This 26-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Waitakere Ranges - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Piha Beach - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Karekare Beach - 22 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Auckland Zoo - 23 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Eden Park - 25 min drive - 15.4 miles

Getting around

  • Waitakere Station - 13 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swanson RSA - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sozo Coffee House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Swanson Station Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Grounds At Whoa! Studios - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Waitakere Resort & Spa

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Arataki Visitor Centre
At Waitakere Resort & Spa, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this golf hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Waitakere Resort & Spa

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (861 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1982
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night
  • This property doesn't allow children 5 and younger from January to December (children are welcome to stay the rest of the year)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 30.00 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Auckland's Waitakere Estate Heritage Collection Hotel Waiatarua
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Hotel
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Hotel Waiatarua
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Waiatarua
Waitakere Estate
Auckland`s Waitakere Estate Hotel Waiatarua
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Heritage Boutique Collection Hotel
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Heritage Collection Hotel
Auckland's Waitakere Estate Heritage Collection Waiatarua
Waitakere Resort Spa
Waitakere Resort & Spa Hotel
Waitakere Resort & Spa Auckland
Heritage Collection Waitakere Estate
Waitakere Resort & Spa Hotel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

Waitakere Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Waitakere Resort & Spa?

This hotel is situated in Waiatarua, close to Waitakere Ranges, Piha Beach, and Trusts Stadium. You'll also find Crystal Mountain and Artisan Wine nearby.

Is parking available on site at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages and mani/pedis.

Does Waitakere Resort & Spa include a casino on the premises?

No, Waitakere Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Waitakere Resort & Spa?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does Waitakere Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Waitakere Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Waitakere Resort & Spa serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Waitakere Resort & Spa.

Will Waitakere Resort & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Waitakere Resort & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Waitakere Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Waitakere Resort & Spa is Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), which is 25.1 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Waitakere Resort & Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Does Waitakere Resort & Spa have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Waitakere Resort & Spa.