Te Waonui Forest Retreat

Nestled amongst native West Coast rainforest at Franz Josef is a very special five-star retreat. Designed with utmost care of its precious environment, guests at Te Waonui Forest Retreat will find themselves encircled by rainforest and accommodated in natural and sustainable luxury. Recently opened at the beginning of September 2009, Te Waonui Forest Retreat promises all its guests a truly unique and memorable experience.

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At one with nature, Te Waonui Forest Retreat is the ultimate coming together of luxury escape and environmental awareness. Great care has been taken to ensure this exceptional forest retreat steps lightly upon the earth, from the organic cotton bedspreads to its recycled local building materials.

Discerning travellers will appreciate the hotel’s attention to detail, which starts with attentive personal service upon arrival, and continues throughout all the hotel facilities and every aspect of your stay.

As our guest you will enjoy exceptional quality and service, including:

  • Luxuriously appointed guest rooms, generously proportioned and featuring the highest standard of room amenities, such as your personal pillow menu, natural wool mattress underlay, and high speed Internet access.
  • Dining among the trees in ‘The Canopy’ restaurant, and savouring quality local cuisine, including an indulgent five-course degustation dinner.
  • Innovative, environmentally sustainable architecture and building materials that create a healthy, warm and quiet haven for you to enjoy.
  • Easy access to many excellent local attractions, including the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, just minutes away.

From 1 September 2009 Te Waonui Forest Retreat welcomes you to experience this spectacular place with us. Come, take a deep breath, and simply unwind in this remarkable setting.


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  Te Waonui Forest Retreat Hotel Facilities

For your convenience and comfort the Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers...

  • The Canopy Restaurant
  • Cafe and Bar
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour room service
  • Two complimentary guest laundries
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Complimentary valet guest parking
  • Concierge service
  • Local activity desk
  • Designated tour group booking area
  • Twin check-in desks for independent travellers

Te Waonui Forest Retreat Room Amenities

Te Waonui has 100 guest rooms, comprising four separate accommodation wings; known as Kahikatea, Totara, Rimu and Matai, all linked by covered walkways.

This retreat offers a choice of bedding and bathroom configurations with rooms featuring either a Super King or two Queen Beds.  Special attention has been given to guest bedding by adding soft woolen underlays and plush down and wool duvets for extra comfort.  Most rooms have large walk in showers but many also feature baths with a separate shower or a combined.

All rooms include:

  • Heat pump temperature control system
  • Luxurious bed linen
  • Pillow menu
  • Private balcony or courtyard
  • Electronic security key system
  • In room safe for personal use
  • Entertainment suite including LCD TV, SKY movies and music options
  • Ironing facilities
  • High speed Internet Access
  • Personal beverage selection including teas, coffee and mini-bar

Franz Josef Glacier Local Attractions

Te Waonui Forest Retreat is located right next to the Franz Josef Hot Pools and is surrounded by some of the most stunning natural landscapes on offer in New Zealand - which you can either admire as you unwind or explore in more active pursuits.

If you do feel like venturing out then here is a selection of what's on offer on the West Coast

  • Walking & trekking
  • Native bird watching
  • Fishing
  • Jet boating
  • Horse trekking
  • Eco tours
  • Rafting
  • Quad bike tours
  • Off road driving adventures
  • Helicopter & light aircraft flights
  • Glacier hot pools
  • Nearby White Heron (Kotuku) colony
  • Hukawai Glacier Centre
  • Department of Conservation Visitor Centre

The Canopy Restaurant and Lounge Bar

The appropriately named Canopy Restaurant offers sumptuous breakfast and dinner menus.  An international buffet breakfast with cook-to-order egg station ensures guests' tastes are personally catered to.  The five course degustation menu, created from the freshest West Coast and South Island produce, means dinner guests enjoy a complete food experience.

Seating up to 120 inside and 24 guests alfresco style on the outside covered balcony means the Canopy Restaurant can easily cater to individual or group needs.  The open fire, natural colours and organic textures add further ambience and warmth to this most welcoming environment.

Inviting lounge seating occupies the attractive bar area featuring subtle rainforest theming, that transforms to a cafe during the day.  An open fire and outside covered terrace enhance this area, perfect for lazy lunches or unwinding in the evening.

View a sample of the indulgent degustation menu and bar snacks available

Canopy Restaurant Degustation Menu

Lounge Bar Snack Menu

 
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