Wairarapa

Masterton Hospital is one of the smaller hospitals in the country with 89 beds. It has a High Dependency Unit (HDU) with 6 beds. Patients that need more intensive one-on-one care are transferred to Wellington Hospital.

The Wairarapa Region

Well known for its wine industry, splendid coastal views and its beautiful countryside, including the Tararua Range, and the towns of Martinborough and Greytown. Additionally, Wairarapa is known for its rich Māori culture and history.

The Wairarapa is a vibrant and culturally diverse region to work, live and play in. The Wairarapa region affords that kiwi lifestyle for all members of the family, with quality schools, strong community spirit, great beaches, rivers and mountain ranges with plenty of world class cycling and walking tracks. Wairarapa is a very popular destination for food & wine in its beautiful historic towns.

Health New Zealand | Wairarapa Hospital

The hospital supplies a range of core services to a population of approximately 48,800, providing 24-hour acute and elective care including general and orthopaedic surgery, general medicine, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, mental health and community nursing services.

Located in Masterton in the Wellington Region, Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Wairarapa is one of the smaller hospitals in the country with 89 inpatient beds providing comprehensive health services throughout the Wairarapa District.

Local Information

Getting around

  • Metlink Wairarapa operates bus and train routes around the Wairarapa. 

  • Taxis and Ubers are available, and many rental vehicle options. 

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