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.

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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 Wild on Waiheke.

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.

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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 623 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 623
AED 720 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (335 reviews)
"Beautiful view and wonderful staff. Spacious room, air conditioning was loud and no screens so we were hot at night. Could hear people walking in room above us at night. Far from other restaurants and town so take taxis or walk/bus options if you don’t have a car."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Waiheke Island Resort
Onetangi Beach Apartments
Onetangi Beach Apartments
3.5 out of 5
5-7 Fourth Avenue, Onetangi, Waiheke Island
The price is AED 515 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 515
AED 596 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (350 reviews)
Lovely stay in Waiheke
"Excellently equipped apartment for family of three. Close to the beach and easy to get to other areas on the island"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Onetangi Beach Apartments
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
4 out of 5
23 Calais Terrace, Ostend, Waiheke Island
The price is AED 437 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 437
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (76 reviews)
"Layout was unique, with a beautiful garden like feel to the property. The towel warmer was a nice bonus too"

Reviewed on 12 February 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.
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! (350 reviews)
Lovely stay in Waiheke
"Excellently equipped apartment for family of three. Close to the beach and easy to get to other areas on the island"

Reviewed on 16 February 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 WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Anzac Bay and Dead ...
9/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Layout was unique, with a beautiful garden like feel to the property. The towel warmer was a nice bonus too"

Reviewed on 12 February 2025

Le Chalet Waiheke Apartments
Onetangi Beachfront Apartments
Onetangi Beachfront Apartments
4 out of 5
27 The Strand, Waiheke Island, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Waiheke Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Onetangi Beach and Te Haahi-Goodwin Reserve ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"I had a great stay at Onetangi Beachfront Apartments. The location is fantastic—right across from the beach, making it perfect for a relaxing getaway. The apartment was clean and well-maintained, and it’s conveniently close to restaurants and public transport, making it easy to explore the area. ..."

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Onetangi Beachfront 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.

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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