Historic Hotels & Resorts in Waiheke Island from NZ$275

The historical sites in Waiheke Island are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the wineries?

Based on our travel knowledge, Waiheke Island Resort is a top 3.5-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is Waiheke Island Motel.

In Waiheke Island, you’ll find 573 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Waiheke Museum & Historic Village and Stony Batter Historic Reserve in Waiheke Island might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Dead Dog Bay, Whittaker’s Musical Museum and Waiheke Community Art Gallery. Additionally, you’ll find Sky Tower in the area.

Guests who book a historic hotel can sleep in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Period features or traditional architecture are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Waiheke Island, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For heritage hotels, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Waiheke Island, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.