The Boatshed Hotel

A fantastic hotel! The room we stayed in was spacious, clean and decorated beautifully and even had a top storey living area which had an amazing view. The restaurant area was gorgeous and the breakfast/dinner we had was fantastic using local produce. The service was great and the team were really helpful in helping us with recommendations. You can also rent a little Suzuki for the day to go and explore the island with a picnic which was a great idea. A really lovely hotel - can’t wait to come back!

The place is amazing! The rooms spacious, we stayed in the „ Bridge Suite“. My daughter in the „ Lighthouse Suite“. The beds comfortable, bathrooms very nice and then there was the breakfast! Warm breakfast options on top off well sorted breakfast buffet with homemade bread! Home cooked dinner option was amazing! Very attentive staff, always there when we had questions or needed something! Jonathan went outbid his way to make us comfortable!

This was our fourth time staying at the Boatshed and we will always stay here (even though we cheated last year and stayed at another place with a great pool and views - but it was nowhere up to par with the Boatshed). ||Service is chill and fantastic - everyone actually enjoys to be working there and helping out the guests. Jonathan is an accommodating host and we were so happy with everyone else we came in contact with on property. ||The little spa room was perfect for afternoon massages and breakfasts and dinners were prefect. ||We truly have enjoyed our stays here and look forward to the next visit.

The Boatshed is an absolute gem - a hidden boathut paradise overlooking Little Oneroa Bay that instantly makes you slow down and breathe. Our Boatshed room was idyllic. The quality of the furnishings are exceptional, and it was the little thoughtful details that truly set it apart: a beach bag complete with personalised bucket hats, blue striped towels, SPF, port waiting for the evening, and chef-made biscuits so delicious we couldn’t resist taking them home with us to the UK. We loved having our own little veranda, opening the shutters onto a shingle area where we could place our deckchairs. It made us reminisce about beach holidays with family - returning from the sea to a beach hut – nostalgic yet effortlessly luxurious. The service cannot be faulted. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by Jonathan, our suitcases immediately whisked away, and checked in with the most beautiful coconut cake, poached pear, and crème fraîche. Every interaction felt genuinely caring and relaxed. Breakfast was the best we experienced in our three weeks travelling around New Zealand. Ripe fresh fruit, home-baked bread, homemade cereals, and exceptional warm dishes: folded eggs with balsamic tomatoes (unbelievably good), corn fritters with poached eggs and a light dill and lemon sauce that elevated them far beyond the usual NZ brunch, and crêpes with poached pears. To finish, there were sweet treats like orange and almond cake or coconut and blueberry slice. Simple cooking done exquisitely, delicately, and beautifully presented. This place truly feels like a home from home - - but with luxury and every need thoughtfully catered for. You instantly relax. We couldn’t be more grateful to Jonathan and his wonderful team for creating somewhere so special. We will be dreaming of our return.

We stayed with our two young kids in the Owner’s Cottage late December, and it was wonderful. The space is beautiful and very thoughtfully designed, with several cozy nooks and fireplaces, and a full self-service kitchen. They always managed to come clean when we were away—a feat that most hotels don’t get right, and feels like magic when done like this. Breakfast is perfect—a combo of buffet and two rotating cooked options, one sweet and one savory, prepared right nearby as if you were in your own home. We had one dinner there as well, which was excellent, but our kids don’t have the patience for a multi-course meal, so we only did it once. When we had any issues, Jonathan and the staff were quick to act. He even offered to meet us at the ferry to help with our bags even though we rented a car, just to make our lives easier.

From the moment we arrived, our experience was exceptional. Jonathan greeted us at the ferry terminal with a warm welcome, and upon check-in, we were treated to a glass of wine and a delicious lemon curd dessert—such a thoughtful touch that set the tone for our stay.||Breakfast was a highlight, featuring a continental buffet with fresh juice and two hot options—one sweet and one savory—all beautifully prepared and delicious.||We stayed in two bungalows in the house across the street, which was perfect for our family: separate enough for the adults, yet close enough for our three kids (ages 17, 15, and 11). An additional bed created from the sofa made a cozy private nook for our 17-year-old daughter. The rooms were clean, inviting, and full of character, making us feel right at home.||The combination of warm hospitality, thoughtful details, and family-friendly accommodations made our stay unforgettable. We can’t wait to return to this beautiful spot on Waiheke Island!

This was perfect for our honeymoon! The accommodations were cozy and homey, service was excellent - they even picked us up and dropped us off at the ferry. Great breakfast, and it was walking distance to the beach! Would highly recommend.

I received a voucher to come here from my employer … I was absolutely blown away with the VIP treatment, we stayed in one of the boatsheds, the rooms were well appointed with great views, very comfortable bed with all the cool little extras. Breakfast was next level with those breathtaking views & all our extra requests weren’t a hassle for the friendly staff. Thanks team!

Great way to start our NZ adventure. Suburb location and views. Food and wine were outstanding. Will definately be back.

Welcome home to paradise! From the instant you arrive, you are met with warmth, comfort, attention, a gorgeous view and delicious food. Rooms are beautifully appointed and probably the most comfortable bed EVER. The staff all go all out to make your experience the best. Be sure to also ask to be connected with Chris for driving, wine touring, etc and you'll have an experience you'll smile about for the rest of your life. Can't wait to come back!