“A boutique hotel with four suites in a private national park with a strong eco and conservation emphasis. Luxury suites offer spectacular views across the hills (best enjoyed from the bath). Feast on meals made using seasonal produce, much of it grown on the property. Superb.”

Recommended for

  • Back to Nature

    • Spans over 200sq miles of majestic beauty – towering mountains, lush green valleys, native bush, forests and meandering rivers
  • Foodies

    • A creative and innovative Mahu Whenua chef will tailor the menu to your requirements and source the freshest local produce
  • Eco break

    • On 200 sq miles of eco-sanctuary; effectively New Zealand’s first privately owned national park
  • Birdwatching

    • Much birdlife to see, including birds of paradise and Weka birds, which are supported by Mahu Whenua’s conservation projects
  • Great walks

    • Tour around scenic Lake Wanaka – the lovely staff at Mahu Whenua can suggest trails and highlights for all levels of hikers
  • Safari

    • 2-hour 4-wheel-drive eco safaris available, guided tour around the high country highlighting the history of the eco-sanctuary
  • No restaurant

    • All meals are included and prepared in-house, but there’s no formal restaurant
  • Chic

    • Decorated with gothic-inspired chandeliers, modern art and sheepskin rugs
  • Riding

    • The hotel also offers half-day and full-day riding outings
  • Yoga

    • Private yoga session available by arrangement
  • Eco

    • Built from locally sourced stone and wood
  • Spa

    • Spa and wellness packages
  • Lakeside

    • Very close to Lake Wanaka
  • Remote

  • Quiet

  • Romantic

  • Organic food

  • Trekking

  • Romantic Break

  • Country Escape

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Hideaway

  • Rafting

  • Hills & mountains

  • Artworks

  • Fishing

  • Boutique

  • Cycling

  • Groups

  • In/by a Nature Reserve

  • Active Holiday

  • Child friendly

  • Secluded setting

  • Kayaking

  • Wellbeing

  • Wildlife Area

  • Intimate

  • Mountain biking

  • Views

Facilities

  • Rooms

    4 rooms in this hotel
  • No restaurant

    All meals are included and prepared in-house, but there’s no formal restaurant
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor swimming pool as well as small spa pool with mountain views
  • Spa

    Spa and wellness packages
  • Bar

  • Bicycles available

  • Parking

  • Fireplace

  • Outdoor dining

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Library

  • Business Centre

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Games room

Activities

  • Birdwatching

    • Much birdlife to see, including birds of paradise and Weka birds, which are supported by Mahu Whenua’s conservation projects
  • Safari

    • 2-hour 4-wheel-drive eco safaris available, guided tour around the high country highlighting the history of the eco-sanctuary
  • Great walks

    • Tour around scenic Lake Wanaka – the lovely staff at Mahu Whenua can suggest trails and highlights for all levels of hikers
  • Riding

    • The hotel also offers half-day and full-day riding outings
  • Yoga

    • Private yoga session available by arrangement
  • Trekking

  • Climbing

  • Kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Cycling

  • Rafting

  • Wildlife Area

  • Mountain biking

Map & Location

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