Hillside Hotel was a family owned and operated country retreat and eco-lodge, a Qualmark four star boutique hotel with an enviro-gold rating. Nestled amongst native forest on top of the Taupiri Ranges, Hillside offers panoramic views of iconic New Zealand landscape scenery. Every room has a view. On the main tourist route south of Auckland and just 4km off the highway makes Hillside Hotel an ideal last stop or first stop in New Zealand or a wonderful weekend escape for locals. Stunning location for Weddings, private functions and conferences. Fresh air, views, bush setting, great food and service make Hillside a sought after venue. Handy to Auckland Airport on the main tourist route south. Easy distance from Auckland or Hamilton for conferences and retreats. Care is taken to tailor services to suit our wide range of clients on a wide range of budgets ; not-for profits, school or church groups, writers retreats, training workshops, planning retreats, sales meetings to board meetings.