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About Hillside

Hillside is a family owned and operated boutique hotel nestled on a hillside of the Taupiri Ranges adjoining a 300 acre private native forest conservation reserve in the midst of the 2300 acre Hillside Station a working beef and sheep farm. The resort forms part of a sustainable agriculture vision for the property.

Hillside celebrates nature with classic design. Architecture inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and décor by the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Original artwork by Meryl Graham

Opened 28 October 2003 by the Minister of Tourism the Hon Mark Burton in the presence of the Maori Queen Dame Te Atairangikaahu

Our vision is to create and operate a stylish hotel facility, sympathetic to the environment that will be a source of both pride and income for the family and local community.

Hillside Environmental Policy

Good environmental management is integral to the company’s activities and Hillside Hotel & Nature Resort wishes to lead by example in the field of sustainable nature tourism.

We recognise that the development and operation of Hillside Hotel & Nature Resort has an impact upon the natural environment. We are making a commitment to annually review our impact on the environment, establish an action plan to mitigate any significant negative effects and carry out sufficient positive impact activities to make an overall positive contribution to the local environment.

 

Hillside Food Philosophy

Hillside food is characterized by:

• Local produce
• Well conceived flavours
• Heritage influences
• Geographic sensibility

The menus reflect traditional through to contemporary New Zealand cuisine.

Links

To see more of The North Waikato—The Waikato region-New Zealand-Activities nearby we recommend the following links:

• North Waikato Tourism - An overview of the district attractions and activities for visitors.
• 100% Pure New Zealand - The official website of Destination New Zealand - includes guides and tips for visitors and a database of accommodation and activities.
• Adventure Waikato - Flying fox, Jurassic walk, glowworm caves and more.
• Woodlyn Park - Drive yourself jet boats and Billy Blacks Kiwi Culture Show - 2 mins from Waitomo.
• Wilderness Lodges - South Island - we recommend the Wilderness Lodges at Arthur's Pass and Lake Moeraki.