is situated in the heart of the Hawke's Bay, the oldest wine growing region in New Zealand.

Mangapapa is everything a gracious homestead should be. Built of weatherboard, the colonial style house has a veranda that wraps around the upper story giving breezy viewpoints of the 20 acres of lush, green, manicured gardens brimming with roses, established trees and orchards.

The 1885 histroric homestead, after a total renovation is truly a part of New Zealand's heritage. The lodge is one of New Zealand's finest small luxury hotels. It has been carefully restored to combine old world charm with modern comforts. The refurbishment completely enhancing the essence of luxury and extravagance created for the discerning and provides a rejuvenating retreat away from it all.

The entrance to Mangapapa hosts a grand portico balcony overlooking a fairy-lit umbrella tree with a seat built for two. Capturing the moment from the main homestead is a warm welcome, from the Lodge Manager and staff.

You need not think about carrying your luggage, nor consider doing anything from that moment on that resembles effort. The staff at Mangapapa are so obliging that you switch completely into luxury mode. At your own leisure, a refreshing morning or afternoon tea awaits you followed by a simple tour around the lodge before being taken to your haven of indulgence.

12 individual suites, exemplary personalised service, warm and gracious hospiatality all await you at Mangapapa Lodge

Whether its a welcoming smile, a warm fire, an invigorating walk around the manicured gardens or simply the birdsong in the tranquility of the location you will experience all at Mangapapa Lodge.

Dinner in Mangapapa's formal dining room is a memorable experience. Our chefs work with the finest and freshest of New Zealand produce. Their cuisine is complemented by an extraordinary selection of award-winning regional wines.

Breakfast, by contrast, is casual. Enjoy it in the large country-style kitchen, or by the pool in the warm morning sun.

The twelve-ensuite guestrooms (click for details) are the last word in understated luxury. Their under floor heating and air conditioning soothe weather extremes and each is individually decorated and furnished with snowy white damask bed linen and soft colours.

Whether you stay in the Mangapapa suite, Executive suites or Lodge rooms, these are all the pinnacle of extravagance for the discerning. The attention to detail at Mangapapa is meticulous, from the sugar-dusted shortbread on arrival to the personalised menus at dinner.

The terraces offer a place to relax in the sun, enjoy a good book, savour a glass of wine.

For the more active, there's lawn tennis and a heated pool. Or you can stroll through the gardens, listen to the birds, smell the roses, and just enjoy the peace.

The Lodge nestles in twenty hectares of manicured gardens complete with a grass tennis court, heated swimming pool, spa and sauna.

Mangapapa Lodge is situated between the two cities of Napier and Hastings, conveniently situated on Napier Road

Just 5 minutes from Hastings city and 15 minutes from Napier. Regular domestic flights connect Napier with Auckland or Wellington. Shuttle buses and taxis are easily arranged for a moderate charge.

From Napier
Travelling on Highway 2 in the direction of Hastings and Havelock North (approx 25 mins from the airport), take the left hand turn for Havelock North, approx 5kms after crossing the river Clive. After about 1km you will see the Mangapapa Lodge sign on your left.

From Hastings
Follow the signs to Havelock North. From the roundabout in the centre of Havelock North village, take the Napier Road exit. Stay on Napier Road. After 3kms you will see the Mangapapa Lodge sign on your right.

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