Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Surrounded by natural rainforest on New Zealand's West Coast, Te Waonui Forest Retreat is a short drive from Franz Josef Glacier. Guests enjoy free WiFi. This five-star retreat offers luxuriously appointed rooms which include organic cotton bed sheets and large private bathrooms. The hotel restaurant serves breakfast and dinner using the best of fresh New Zealand produce. Te Waonui Forest Retreat is close to local attractions including horse trekking, rafting and quad bike tours for guests to enjoy.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Daniella
    Australia Australia
    From the moment we arrived, the service at Te Waonui Forest Retreat exceeded all expectations. The experience was an absolute delight. We were warmly welcomed in the car park, where staff kindly took care of our luggage, and greeted with...
  • Claire
    Australia Australia
    Everything! There is nothing not to like and so many things to love. Attention to detail made for an extremely comfortable stay and the staff are outstanding. Particularly awesome were Siwe in the restaurant who is an absolute credit to her...
  • Susiej67
    Australia Australia
    Everything!! Staff were very attentive & helpful, the room was immaculate and clean & the position was within walking distance to town.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Canopy Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Wellness
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Te Waonui Forest Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 6:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that when booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please inform Te Waonui Forest Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Te Waonui Forest Retreat

  • Te Waonui Forest Retreat has 1 restaurant:

    • The Canopy Restaurant

  • Room options at Te Waonui Forest Retreat include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Te Waonui Forest Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Te Waonui Forest Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Te Waonui Forest Retreat is 500 yards from the centre of Franz Josef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Bicycle rental