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Copthorne Hotel and Resort Solway Park Wairarapa
High Street
PO Box 453
Masterton
New Zealand 5840
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Nestled in the lush Wairarapa Valley, framed by the towering Tararua Ranges, the Copthorne Hotel and Resort Solway Park is set in 10 hectares of landscaped grounds and gardens on the outskirts of Wairarapa's largest town, Masterton.                                               

Location

Distance
(approx)

Masterton Town Centre 3km
Trust House Masterton Airport 2km
Solway Railway Station 0.5km
Wellington Airport 100km
Wellington Ferry Terminal 90km
Palmerston North Airport 100km


Direct Air Service Auckland - Masterton
Air New Zealand operates a direct service between Masterton and Auckland. 
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Wairarapa activities and attractions                 


Shear Discovery Museum


Shear
Discovery Museum - 10 minutes North

Shear Discovery New Zealand is a new and unique visitor attraction located in central Masterton.  Learn the history of our country’s shearing history, culture and sport shearing in New Zealand. This is a must see Masterton attraction.


Tranzit Coach Tours - Wairarapa Gourmet Wine Escape

Tranzit Coach Tours - Wairarapa Gourmet Wine Escape
 

Enjoy a wine tour of the award winning Martinborough region and tastings at 4 wineries, a light lunch at a local café and finish the day with a delicious cheese platter and coffee or a glass of wine. Plus if time still allows, browse the village craft shops and galleries. View more about this Wairarapa attraction

Tranzit Coach Tours - Wairarapa Garden Gourmet Escape 

Tranzit Coach Tours - Wairarapa Garden Gourmet Escape

This tour visits two stunning gardens: the very formal Garden of National Significance, Richmond Garden in Carterton and the non traditional Assisi set high in the Gladstone hills. Enjoy lunch at a local café and tastings at a local vineyard. View more about thisWairarapa attraction 
Zest Food Tours of New Zealand 
Zest Food Tours of New Zealand

Discover the tastes of Greytown and Martinborough with a personally-guided Zest Food Tour.  We introduce you to our favourite food places and people for a unique Wairarapa food-lovers experience.  View more about this Wairarapa tour 
Aratoi Museum 

Aratoi Museum - 10 minutes North 

Wairarapa Museumof Art and History. Getting away from it all dosen’t mean going without culture!  Experience top quality national and international exhibitions in this award winning museum, situated in the tranquil heart of the Wairarapa. View more information about this Wairarapa attraction

Paua World 

Paua World - 15 minutes South

Here you will discover how the World’s most colorful shell is crafted to manufacture an exquisite range of jewellery, gifts and souvenirs that reflect the iconic status of the Paua shell to New Zealand. View more about this Wairarapa attraction

Wildside Walks – Hunting and Fishing 

Wildside Walks – Hunting and Fishing

Wild Side Walks aims to let you experience the New Zealand mountain tops, bush and rivers in an enjoyable and personalised way.  Irrespective of your fitness, experience or location in New Zealand, Wildside walks can plan a trip that you will love. View more about this Wairarapa attraction

Pukaha Mount Bruce Wildlife Centre 

Pukaha Mount Bruce Wildlife Centre - 20 minutes North

This is a nature and wildlife experience you won't forget! Enjoy this eco and nature tour experience in the Wairarapa. Experience some of New Zealand’s endangered wildlife up close and in the wild, and learn about what is being done to save kiwi, tuatara, kokako and kaka. View more about this Wairarapa attraction. 

Richmond Garden  

Richmond Garden

“Richmond” is a Garden of National significance and New Zealand’s pre-eminent formal garden. Repetition of a few species achieves formal simplicity, and a magnificent bronze fountain and reflection pool lend grandeur. This stunning garden is unique in New Zealand. View more about this Wairarapa attraction 

Schoc Chocolates  

Schoc Chocolates

Passion that melts in the mouth and stays in the mind! Taste the difference, challenge your senses, and explore your personality through chocology.  Taste over 50 flavours. View more about this Wairarapa attraction

Stonehenge Aotearoa  Stonehenge Aotearoa - 20 minutes South East

Situated in the Wairarapa countryside, Stonehenge Aotearoa is a window into the past where the visitor can rediscover the knowledge of their ancestors.  It incorporates ancient Egyptian, Babylonian and Celtic astronomy, Polynesian navigation, and Maori starlore. View more about this Wairarapa attraction
Tui Brewery 

Tui Brewery - 45 minutes North

Supplying New Zealand with their favourite drop, right Tui H.Q. since 1889. The beer, the tower and the brewery are New Zealand icons. Come and visit Tui HQ, home of all things Tui. Enjoy a beer tasting, some tasty kiwi tucker, a tour or a free look around the museum and shop. View more about this Wairarapa attraction

/millennium/nz/copthornewairarapa/img/Solway_10.jpg  Wines of the Wairarapa

Local vineyards cluster around the Wairarapa from the North of Masterton to Martinborough, offering a unique opportunity to experience wine tasting any day of the week. Meet passionate winemakers, see state of the art wineries, enjoy vineyard cafes, music and entertainment. View more about this Wairarapa attraction.