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.
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.

Prices are based on share twin/double  or single occupancy, include GST and
are subject to availability at the time of booking.