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Luxury private villas on Waiheke: A unique experience for discerning travellers

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Eco-Luxury
Luxury private villas on Waiheke: A unique experience for discerning travellers
Updated on:
Jun 30, 2025 3:08 AM

When we are looking for luxury private villas to make our holidays more memorable and unique, we usually imagine accommodation in stunning places like Greece, Majorca and Ibiza. The good news is that you will also find this perfect kind of stay in New Zealand, more specifically, on Waiheke Island, off the coast of Auckland.

Waiheke is one of the top romantic getaway destinations, and it can be reached within a short 40-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland. Another amazing option that makes the journey even more sophisticated is coming by helicopter, marvelling at the views all along the 12-minute journey.

To find out more about how to get around Waiheke and all of the amazing things to do on the island and itinerary ideas, you can check out the articles in our blog section.

Waiheke is a top destination for couples

With beautiful beaches, wineries, culture and art, couples have it all for a wonderful time in Waiheke, especially because of the peace found all around the island.

With this in mind, Omana owned the mission to add luxury, exclusiveness and beauty to a honeymoon, anniversary or couples getaway close to Auckland – a city that gets direct flights from major hubs around the world, including Australia, USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, and Chile.

So now we are going to share with you a bit more of the details of our luxury private villas to help you decide how to spend your vacation on Waiheke Island.

Luxury private villas with top services on Waiheke Island

Omana is made of four beautifully designed villas, with an abundance of space within and in all of its surroundings. The luxury villas are nestled in an expansive verdant area, set on top of a hill with a marvellous view of Woodside Bay.

A couple on Omana villas balcony with the ocean in the backdrop

The magic of bespoke services begins before you enter our award-winning 5-star boutique hotel. For your utmost convenience, choose from our selection of transport arrangements:

  • Airport transfer to the Auckland ferry terminal
  • Luxury vehicle rental to explore Auckland and Waiheke in style
  • Private driver hire for a stress-free journey to and from the villas

Transportation solved, now it’s time to discover your eco-luxury retreat. Would you rather a warm welcome or privacy upon arrival? With an electronic keyless system in place, our cherished guests can choose from:

  • Personalised welcome from one of our managers
  • Self-check-in for a more private experience

Now, open the doors to your cocoon. With no less than 73 square meters of space, including a balcony where you can sit and relax while listening to the sounds of nature, sipping sparkling wine and savouring dine-in delights, each villa has a generously sized bed facing the windows to the most stunning ocean view.

Can you imagine having your daily breakfast with a sea view?! This is one of the wonders you will experience at Omana, and it’s beautiful all year round, not only on sunny but also on cloudy and rainy, yet cosy, days.

A couple enjoys breakfast with an ocean view at Omana

Luxury on a private beach villa

If you’d like more than just looking at it, move on to experience the touch of the sea. Omana guests have access to a secluded spot on Woodside Bay.

Drive down the road or gently adventure yourself on a bushwalk, and be on your way to a private beach where you are invited to spend some quiet and quality time.

Listen to the water sounds and the birds' song, a treasure of Waiheke Island. Omana is immersed in nature and was built to be in harmony with the natural world. That is why guests feel replenished and reconnected with themselves.

Sustainability taken seriously

Each and every aspect of our luxury villas was considered carefully to meet high sustainability standards, which is why we are part of the Woodside Bay Association, to help control pests in the area and preserve flora and fauna.

The villas were a result of a thoughtful and caring project, and had the signature of the brilliant architect Pete Bossley, and our personal touch made each interior unique. No stay at Omana will ever be the same, making it a destination worth revisiting.  In fact, for each booking with us, nature gets a tree.

Details of the luxury villas

Omana’s luxury private villas were named to reflect the essence of what we hope each guest will discover during their stay.

Here are some of the features our guests will find:

  • Super king-size bed (California king or two king single beds at Villa Serenity)
  • Walk-in wardrobe
  • Spacious bathroom
  • Oversized bathtub
  • Well-equipped kitchenette

In the kitchenette, you will discover that the tap provides fresh sparkling and chilled filtered still water, which means no need for plastic bottles.

Guests also have appliances that will give them independence and comfort during their stay, such as:

  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Minibar (non-alcoholic drinks)

Have a bath with a view

In our luxury private villas, a detail that is far from small is the bathtub, carefully placed in a perfect spot in each of the accommodations: facing the ocean.

After a day of amusements around Waiheke with our exclusive tours, or even before going out to explore the island, immerse yourself in a warm bath, alone or in the company of your loved one.

A couple having wine in the bathtub at Omana

For a delightful and convenient experience, order in from our exclusive menu:

  • Charcuterie board
  • Gourmet picnic
  • Caviar
  • 3-course meal

When the evening is about to greet you, set the mood with a bottle of wine and gaze at the twilight and the wonders of nature.

Other amenities at Omana

When you choose to stay in a luxury villa, the trip gets a whole new meaning. Guests should feel more than welcome; they should have a sense that they are comfortably at home, yet a world away from the mundane.

To help you find comfort, here are some amenities for our guests:

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Temperature control (AC and heater)
  • Window panels control
  • Workspace area
  • Adjustable lighting
  • Flat-screen TV
  • High-quality sound system
  • Daily villa servicing

Although you will find all you need in your luxury accommodation, make time to discover the beauties of Waiheke.

Omana boutique hotel is immersed in nature

Things to do in Waiheke

The best things to do in Waiheke include beach and nature exploration, art discovery, wine and olive oil tasting, and dining wonders. As part of our exclusive services, we offer a range of private tours for a memorable and bespoke experience.

But let’s make a list of Waiheke activity suggestions to help you plan your trip:

  • Go wine tasting – Te Rere is one of our favourites, so we offer a tailored tasting.

As part of your stay, Omana invites you to an exclusive wine experience in partnership with the award-winning Te  Rere Estate—a boutique, family-owned vineyard not open to the general public. This private tasting, curated solely for Omana guests, offers an intimate journey through sustainably crafted vintages, paired with stunning Church Bay vistas.

A haven for your reconnection

As you could see above, Waiheke is certainly the place to leave daily life behind and find a reconnection. It’s wonderful to feel distant from the mundane, yet only a short drive from Waiheke’s amusements.

Add to your plans luxury private villas, with a secluded beach and ocean view, peace and comfort, and you will get the definition of a haven. Now it’s time for you to come!

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