Heritage Collection Waitakere Estate rebrands to Waitakere Resort & Spa

Nestled in the Waitakere Ranges a short drive from Auckland city, the family owned property known as
Waitakere Estate for the past 30 years will be stepping away from Heritage Hotels brand to be rebranded
Waitakere Resort & Spa as of the February 1st, 2020.

Managing Director and owner Reg Nevill-Jackson will be stepping down from managing the hotel at the
end of March and is pleased to announce the appointment of New Zealand hotel management company
Capstone Hotels & Resorts to take over full management of the hotel effective 1st April.

The property has undergone major investment and changes over the past few years, including the opening
of the South Wing in November 2018 which includes 8 premier rooms. Along with a new gym and sauna
recently established guest facilities include the Wairua Day Spa offering two treatment rooms and
introducing a strong focus on wellness as part of the guest experience. Plans are underway for
refurbishment of the common areas within the main hotel building including the guest lounge and dining
areas.

Wellness is a growing area of interest for many across all sectors and Waitakere Resort will be hosting
regular wellness retreats run in conjunction with SOUL Centre based in Titirangi. Conference organisers will
be able to include aspects of wellness into their program and the addition of the Wairau Day Spa will
enhance both the corporate and leisure guest experience.

Reg Nevill-Jackson says “the timing is right for a fresh approach with the property. Built by my parents and
completed in the 1980’s the hotel has grown into an iconic conference and wedding venue for the region,
along with being a popular leisure destination which has the added benefit of being in one of New
Zealand’s most beautiful natural and rainforest settings”.

Capstone Hotels Managing Director Clare Davies says, “we are privileged to have Waitakere Resort and Spa
come under our managed portfolio and we are excited to be able to take the property to the next level on
behalf of the Nevill-Jackson family”.

Capstone Hotels & Resorts work with 14 properties located throughout New Zealand along with a number of activity
operators.

Media enquiries:
Reg Nevill-Jackson – 09 814 9622
Clare Davies – 027 447 6386