Your Perfect Rural Retreat
Located in the heart of Greytown, New Zealand is the iconic White Swan Country Hotel.
This welcoming hotel has a passion for the region and is dedicated to celebrating the best of what the Wairarapa has to offer. The hotel offers unique food, beverages, accommodation, and warm rural hospitality.
Dining and Entertainment Spaces
The hotel has a variety of spaces that cater to various moods and occasions. The main bar is perfect for get-togethers and casual meals. Visitors can enjoy locally sourced artisan beers, wines and spirits. Meanwhile, the dining room is ideal for something a bit more special or intimate, with a menu that features the best of Wairarapa on a plate. For those who like to enjoy a drink outside, the hotel’s deck is the perfect place to relax.
Delicious and Local Cuisine
The White Swan Country Hotel’s menu features 100% locally sourced artisan producers from the Wairarapa region. This means that the dishes are fresh, tasty, and unique to the area. You can savor the delights of Wairarapa on a plate or in a glass right in the comfort of the hotel. Plus, the hotel serves an all-day menu with an emphasis on light bites, pizzas, and share plates.
Accommodation and Event Spaces
The White Swan Country Hotel offers 16 unique and welcoming rooms. Each room is air-conditioned, spacious, and comfortable with modern amenities to enhance your stay. Additionally, the hotel has a range of event spaces that can cater to different functions and occasions, including weddings, conferences, and business meetings.
When to Visit
The White Swan Country Hotel is great to visit all year round, particularly in the summer months (December to February), when the Wairarapa region is dry and sunny. If you’re lucky enough to visit in the autumn months (March to May), you'll witness the stunning colors of red, gold, and orange of autumnal foliage. For tourists interested in the local culture, the annual Wairarapa Balloon Festival in March is a must-see.
How to Get There
The White Swan Country Hotel is conveniently located and easily accessible from Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. The hotel is also accessible to other nearby attractions such as Martinborough Wine Village, Greytown’s historic Main Street, and Palliser Bay's remarkable seal colony. You can drive to the hotel from Wellington in approximately one hour and it’s only a 15-minute journey from Martinborough village. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wellington to Kaikokirikiri and then catch a taxi to the hotel.