“With 12 opulent rooms & suites in the original 1885-built homestead & surrounding cottages, this is a wonderful luxury hotel for a restorative spa break, complete with delectable cuisine, a swimming pool & tennis court. Fuses all the mod-cons with heritage charm in a striking Hawke's Bay setting. ”

Recommended for

  • Foodies

    • Head Chef Seonwang Kim follows a 'paddock to plate' philosphy — foodie guests are encouraged to tour the aromatic kitchen garden
  • Wine tasting

    • Hawke’s Bay is home to some of NZ's top wineries: take tours & tastings at Craggy Range, Te Mata, Elephant Hill and Blackbarn
  • Spa breaks

    • The Sanctuary offers a comprehensive range of treatments plus there's a sauna, jet spa, yoga sessions and much more!
  • Weddings

    • A beautiful venue for an elegant wedding with superb cuisine in a historic location
  • Restaurant

    • Specialising in three or five-course fine dining experiences using fresh, seasonal produce from the kitchen garden
  • Historic

    • Built in 1885, the homestead was once the home of Sir James and Lady Gladys Wattie
  • Golf

    • Enjoy a round at nearby Cape Kidnappers, one of NZ's most famous golf courses
  • Spa

    • Mangapapa Spa Sanctuary offers a range of treatments & top-notch facilities
  • Yoga

    • Restorative yoga classes & personal trainer-led workouts available onsite
  • Good wine list

    • The cellar boasts a huge range of New Zealand and international wines
  • Tennis

    • Play a game on the hotel's onsite tennis court
  • Beach nearby

    • Haumoana Beach is an 8 minute drive away
  • Cycling

    • Take a tour with Coastal Wine Cycles
  • Designer

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sailing

  • Trekking

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Country House

  • Organic food

  • Country Escape

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Museums

  • Riding

  • Great walks

  • Artworks

  • Fishing

  • Boutique

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Kayaking

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Mountain biking

  • Views

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    12 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Specialising in three or five-course fine dining experiences using fresh, seasonal produce from the kitchen garden
  • Bar

    The atmospheric bar is a great gathering place, with a crackling fire & excellent menu
  • Spa

    Mangapapa Spa Sanctuary offers a range of treatments & top-notch facilities
  • Good wine list

    The cellar boasts a huge range of New Zealand and international wines
  • Garden

    Including a fountain and tennis court
  • Satellite / Cable TV

    Smart TVs and Netflix Entertainment
  • Swimming Pool

    Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Parking

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Fireplace

  • Family Suites

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Laundry

  • Suites

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Disabled access

  • Bath robes

  • Hot Tub

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Safe

Activities

  • Wine tasting

    • Hawke’s Bay is home to some of NZ's top wineries: take tours & tastings at Craggy Range, Te Mata, Elephant Hill and Blackbarn
  • Golf

    • Enjoy a round at nearby Cape Kidnappers, one of NZ's most famous golf courses
  • Yoga

    • Restorative yoga classes & personal trainer-led workouts available onsite
  • Tennis

    • Play a game on the hotel's onsite tennis court
  • Cycling

    • Take a tour with Coastal Wine Cycles
  • Sailing

  • Trekking

  • Museums

  • Riding

  • Great walks

  • Fishing

  • Kayaking

  • Mountain biking

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