Delamore Lodge

Delamore Lodge is one of the best places to eat on Waiheke Island. A must for anyone who appreciates good food that awakens the senses. We enjoyed both breakfast and dinner. Exquisite, colorful food, beautifully presented. Trust the chef to create a tantalizing experience where every dish is like a painting and you are the connoisseur. The Chef takes into account your dietary needs, creating a symphony of flavors where each dish is unique yet compliments the one before.

Incredible staff, location and service during our stay at Delamore. The property felt private and luxurious, the staff was second to none. We enjoyed all the amenities on our short stay, including the pool, sauna and hot tub. We also enjoyed the 5 course “trust the chef” dinner, which was incredible and creative. The staff was attentive and personable, we felt welcome and cozy. We will certainly be back and stay longer. One of the best experiences we’ve had in New Zealand! Thank you!!

What an amazing experience! Delamore Lodge was our first stop of a three week vacation in New Zealand and that's actually not fair! I knew it would be better than your typical nice place, but this was unreal! We were picked up at the ferry by a member of the Delamore staff, Nacho (super helpful every time we interacted with him) and he brought us to the Lodge for a very personal check in (complete with a glass of champagne), and tour of the facility. Wow, it has the most breathtaking views and warm, comfortable rooms and common areas. What a first class delight. We knew we'd be tired after a long flight so we booked their 3 course dinner with wine pairing for the night we arrived. The evening started with delicious canapes/appetizers and a high-end cocktail and then we sat for 3-course dinner. We had delicious farm duck on seasonal greens, gulf snapper on heirloom carrots with kumara gnocchi following by Belgian chocolate fondant with chocolate mint ice cream - a truly wonderful meal and evening!||This is a small lodge, with just 6 rooms, and one thing I really enjoyed was their canape/cocktail hour when the guests would come together and you can talk with them. We met some wonderful people and shared tips on our travels. Our room looked out to a little patio and beautiful lawn that was visited by groups of bunnies each evening - too cute! I took a dip and quick swim in their gorgeous infinity pool, overlooking Owhanake Bay. Oh and breakfast was delicious each morning. Team members Lendy and Felle were terrific, they did so much to help us and make us even more excited about the rest of our trip ahead. We had amazing trip overall, but I definitely wish we had stayed at the Delamore more than two nights!

Delamore Lodge was an absolute dream and the perfect place to begin our honeymoon. Arriving by helicopter set the tone for such a special and unforgettable stay. The property has this intimate, peaceful atmosphere while still offering elevated luxury in every detail. The food was incredible—fresh, thoughtful, and beautifully prepared. We also booked a two-hour massage, which was exactly what we needed: deeply relaxing, restorative, and one of the best spa experiences we’ve ever had. The staff was warm, attentive, and truly went above and beyond. They answered every question, helped us plan our day, and even arranged a car for us so we could explore the town with ease. If you’re looking for a luxurious, romantic escape with exceptional service and an intimate feel, Delamore Lodge is truly unforgettable.

We recently stayed in the two-bedroom apartment at Delamore Lodge, and it was exceptional. The view from the master bedroom was stunning, as was the view from the pool and terrace area. We particularly enjoyed our breakfasts outdoors, with fresh fruit and home baked pastries. The entire lodge felt a luxurious boutique vibe. The spa area is undercover so perfect for the rainier days that we had, we also had a massage which was a great experience. The staff were lovely, offering the perfect balance between warm, personalised service and giving us the space to relax.

The hotel is in a nice location with spectacular views. The pool is lovely and the meals were decent. The rooms are very outdated - we had a family suite and it was weird - felt like it was a mix of southwestern US vibe with cheesy Italian decorations and furnishing. The best thing about the place is the pool and views, so if you’re looking for an Instagram vibe - have at it during sunset. It definitely needs some updating. Property just was a bit cluttered and messy. Spa services were strange with overly chatty masseurs. ||If I could give a 3.5, I would but I’m being generous with a 4.

The agenda: celebrate 35 years of wedded bliss with a trip of a lifetime down under… the Delamore Lodge was the final stop and boy did they over deliver! From the first greeting upon arrival, to our final parting… the hospitable staff was warm, welcoming and went out of their way to ensure our needs were met. Really fantastic people!||The gorgeous setting served as a backdrop for a serene getaway that was well appointed; having anticipated what most guests would need. The views are stunning and invited many moments of silent awe and appreciation. Delamore Lodge is a quiet place where you can engage or hideaway however you desire. ||The dining at the Delamore is phenomenal. We chose to dine in during our multi-night stay and had the privilege of Chef Sean’s culinary wizardry. The lamb? Best I have ever had… which is also true for the duck. Don’t even get me started on the falafel canapé because it was so deceptively simple looking/sounding that I totally underestimated how mind blowing it could be. Seriously - I am still salivating over it. Everything we ate was delicious… Chef Sean is incredibly talented and someone in the culinary arts to follow.||We had an amazing time. The Delamore Lodge, its staff, accommodations, and food exceeded all expectations!

We took full advantage of the lodge to relax and acclimate after traveling for three days from the opposite end of the earth. Staff are friendly, food and wine is excellent. The sauna and jacuzzi offer restoration at the end of the day

Can I live here?! My boyfriend I planned a large vacation in New Zealand last year. We spent a couple weeks living out of a van to truly have the best experience and see the most of this beautiful country. We new we wanted to splurge and relax at the end of our trip so we ended here. And boy, was that the best decision ever! Our chef, Brenton, who happened to be the one picking us up from the port and returning us as well- was incredible. He was so friendly and has pure talent. This lodge is such an intimate, unique and breathtaking place. A real treat and I highly recommend to any one visiting the island!!

Wife and I just arrived from a long day's travel from the USA the 3rd week of March 2017. Took the Half Moon Bay car ferry over (a pleasure -try their "cheese and onion toasties" they're delicious), and were really delighted with my choice to splurge and stay here at the Delamore Lodge. Concierge Angie was a delight with checking us in. She was also very responsive and helpful via email with our planning and booking here. Loved our room with stunning views. Exactly as advertised. Comfortable, clean and updated. That's what we like. Where this small boutique lodge shines and I was pleased to discover is the level of quality of the food that the staff 5 star chef Brian provides. A true gourmet breakfast is included in the rate. We decided to reserve in advance his dinner with wine pairings for our first night of arrival. Wife has Celiac, and that presented no trouble here for her meal's adjustments. Wow, what a wonderful dinnerl! Intimate and just wonderful presentation, flavor, and quality....this was a memorable meal, and I highly recommend you take advantage of this as my photos tell all. It was like having your own staff 5 star chef prepare your superb meal and served as if you were having it in your luxury home. Wife and I also ordered massages the next morning which were excellent and recommended as well. They have an oversized clean indoor jetted spa that I used and enjoyed. The attractive infinity outdoor pool was appealing and even though it was heated, it wasn't quite warm enough for my preference as the weather was getting chilly and rainy at night for Autumn. And I really can't fault it for not being warm enough considering the current chill. We decided to try a bit of hiking on the coastal trails surrounding the lush and beautiful property. Loved being able to drive our rental car around Waiheke, seeking out wineries to taste responsibly and have orders shipped back home. Waiheke is an easy to navigate island, and well worth exploring and driving to the more remote areas on the other side.. We had lunch at Mudbrick and a dinner at Cable Bay Vineyard, which were both quite good just a little too intensely touristy....but all in all I regret not having that second night's dinner prepared intimately just for us by chef Brian. That's a luxury travel feature I value greatly. We would definitely recommend the Delamore Lodge to all, and we would certainly stay here again in the future. This visit was a highlight memory during our wonderful 18 day trip though NZ. Room Tip: Lower rooms with garden patios offer beautiful unobstructed water and coastal views.