New Zealand Hotels & Resorts
Luxury Hotels & Resorts Across New Zealand
From world-class golf lodges perched above the ocean to elegant alpine retreats surrounded by mountains, New Zealand offers an incredible collection of places to stay. Each resort and hotel has been carefully selected for its exceptional service, fine dining, and refined comfort — the perfect base for exploring nearby golf courses or simply unwinding in style. Whether you’re after spa indulgence, gourmet cuisine, or helicopter transfers to your next tee-off, these stays turn every golf trip into something extraordinary.
Blanket Bay
Set on the shores of Lake Whakatipu against the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps, you will find New Zealand’s most renowned alpine escape.
Voted one of the world’s best luxury lodges, Blanket Bay is where relaxation and adventure meet luxury lodgings, unparalleled service and five-star facilities.
Built in the grand style of the finest alpine Lodges and finished with native New Zealand timber and stone. You’ll find cosy corners by stone fireplaces, incredible views and fine dining at the award-winning restaurant. Choose from naturally inspired rooms or larger suites.
The Main Lodge
Built in the grand style of the finest alpine Lodges and finished with native New Zealand timber and stone. You’ll find cosy corners by stone fireplaces, incredible views and fine dining at the award-winning restaurant.
Choose from naturally inspired rooms or larger suites finished in polished wood and delicate fabrics. Our Blanket Bay Lodge rooms offer sweeping views across Lake Wakatipu towards the Greenstone Valley and surrounding peaks.
The Chalets
For those seeking a little more privacy and space our chalets have all the ingredients for a romantic retreat. Just a short walk from the main lodge and amenities the Blanket Bay Chalets offer privacy and space in an idyllic setting.
Featuring open stone fireplaces, reclaimed timber and spectacular views. The chalets blend colonial New Zealand architecture with modern lodge comforts.
Eichart’s Private Hotel
An architectural beauty on Lake Wakatipu, Eichardt’s Private Hotel has welcomed travellers through its doors since 1861. Here, old-world luxury and grand service prevail, while access to one of the world’s most exciting and vibrant destinations is just a step away.
The Eichardt’s story is rich with colourful characters and pioneering endeavours woven deep within lovingly preserved walls. For more than 160 years, the Eichardt’s reputation for hospitality and generosity has never wavered, and an icon has endured.
A collection of luxuriously appointed designer suites and apartments overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Behind the impressive white stone façade, one of New Zealand’s most sophisticated and luxurious stays is revealed. Each stay is unique, yet all are worthy of the iconic Eichardt’s name.
Huka Lodge
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among 17-acres of established, parklike gardens along the banks of the emerald-blue Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island. With humble beginnings more than a century ago as a fisher’s camp with white canvas tents pegged along the trout-rich river, Huka Lodge has today secured its place as one of the country’s oldest and most celebrated luxury lodges. In 2024, Huka Lodge closed for a carefully considered ‘centenary redesign’ and reopened its doors in March 2025, ready to welcome a next generation of global luxury travellers.
Offering accommodation within 18 Junior Lodge Suites, one Lodge Suite, the four-bedroom Owner’s Cottage and the two-bedroom Alan Pye Cottage, guests luxuriate in an exclusive hospitality experience. Huka Lodge is located 5 minute’s drive from central Taupo.
Kinloch Manor and Villas
Nestled within the serene 254-hectare grounds of The Kinloch Club Golf Course, Kinloch Manor offers a luxurious escape on the shores of Lake Taupo. This 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Links Course provides one of the most scenic golfing experiences in New Zealand’s North Island.
Designed by the renowned Andrew Patterson of Patterson Architects, Kinloch Manor blends modern luxury with timeless elegance. Inside, the interiors are masterfully curated by Virginia Fisher, a globally acclaimed designer known for her work on luxury lodges and hotels. Inspired by the Scottish castle that gave the Kinloch region its name, the lodge presents a contemporary 21st-century take on classic grandeur.
A short stroll from the lodge are the luxury one and 2-bedroom villas and one-bedroom junior suites, which are ‘quiet’ in design and harmonise with the magnificent natural setting of this 18-hole lakeside links course. Dark-stained villa exteriors lead from outdoor patios and furnished terraces to interiors of calm and sophistication. Experience huge views of the course and lake, carbon-neutral fireplaces, oak floors, sumptuous handmade New Zealand rugs and luxurious bathrooms with stand-alone tubs in all en-suites, enveloping you with a feeling of peace.
Millbrook Resort
Nestled within 650 acres of breathtaking Central Otago countryside, Millbrook Resort is a five-star retreat where luxury, relaxation and adventure come together. Recognised with multiple awards, the resort offers an inspiring blend of elegant accommodation, world-class facilities and timeless natural beauty.
Each suite, studio and resort home has been thoughtfully designed, offering views of the surrounding mountains, golf fairways or landscaped grounds. From open-plan Deluxe Studios to spacious One- and Two-Bedroom Suites with fully equipped kitchens, and a collection of exclusive Resort Homes, every stay promises comfort and understated luxury.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
In 2001 the Robertson family acquired a second farm, this time in the stunning Hawke's Bay on the east coast of the North Island. Following a similar vision to Kauri Cliffs, this farm would also become the site of a championship golf course, this time designed by Tom Doak. Soon after in 2007, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers welcomed its first guest, becoming the family's second luxury lodge property.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers sits atop rolling hills edged by dramatic cliffs commanding vast ocean views, and an ever-present horizon. Home to a working farm, this unique resort in New Zealand also boasts one of the world's leading golf courses and is a sanctuary for some of the country's most precious flora and fauna.
With 24 ultra-cosy and spacious cottage suites and a four-bedroom Owner’s Cottage - all with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean - a stay at the Relais & Chateaux Cape Kidnappers is truly “farm luxe” at its best. Your stay at The Lodge includes breakfast, pre-dinner drinks with hors d’oeuvres and gourmet dinner.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
In 1995, Julian Robertson travelled to New Zealand to acquire a working sheep farm near the Bay of Islands on the North Island. Over the next six years, the Robertson's developed and opened the Kauri Cliffs championship golf course designed by David Harman, and The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, marking the family's first foray into the luxury hospitality industry.
Within a year of Kauri opening in 2001, the lodge would be named among the top resorts in the world by premier publications such as Andrew Harper, Conde Nast Traveler, Golf Digest, Tatler Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Discover the spectacular, untouched coastline of Northland, with its panoramic views across the Pacific Ocean, nearby islands and stunning private beaches from the luxury coastal resort. High cliffs and rolling farmland are complemented by the award-winning manicured greens of the championship golf course, promising an unforgettable stay in one of the world's most breathtaking destinations.
The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs offers 180-degree ocean views, 3 private beaches, an 18-hole golf course and 2 tennis courts. Guests also enjoy an infinity pool with a spa pool, a fitness centre, a day spa and an onsite restaurant. Your stay at The Lodge includes breakfast, pre-dinner drinks with hors d’oeuvres and gourmet dinner. A complimentary in-room minibar is provided, with domestic beer - liquor/wines are available for an extra charge. Kauri Cliffs is a 3.5 hour drive north of Auckland, or just 45 minutes by plane or helicopter.
Rosewood Matakauri
In late 2009, the family purchased Matakauri Lodge in the adventure capital Queenstown, on the South Island. The Lodge was fully renovated before reopening in 2010, and is the perfect complement to the Robertsons' collection of breathtaking resort properties.
Along the idyllic shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri is a stunning alpine lakeside retreat that offers the best of both worlds: a quiet oasis of luxury and comfort, near bustling Queenstown. Crowned as one of the finest resorts in the country, Rosewood Matakauri is your restorative haven after a day of exploration.
Four suites are classically located within the main lodge, with the remaining suites nestled on the banks of Lake Wakatipu overlooking the mountain panorama. Styled by acclaimed interior designer Virginia Fisher, you won’t want to leave your sumptuous suite with its awe-inspiring views. Matakauri Lodge is located 10 minutes drive from central Queenstown.
Te Arai Links
Positioned alongside a pristine New Zealand coastline, Te Arai Links is a world-class destination.
Just a 75-minute scenic drive from Auckland CBD, or 25 minutes by helicopter, you’ll find yourself in another world – Immersed in lush landscapes, majestic sand dunes, and breathtaking coastal views, all while overlooking one of the country’s finest white sand surf beaches.
The accommodation options at Te Arai Links all share a luxuriously understated aesthetic and uncompromising build quality.
The structures, designed by Studio John Irving Architects, blend seamlessly into the stunning natural surroundings. The interiors, by Jenni Kayne, combine beauty, functionality and quality to create spaces that are calm, relaxing and provide enduring comfort.
The Ocean View Rooms, Ocean Cottages and Villas each offer something unique and have been designed to reflect the landscape of the surrounding area.
Ocean View Te Arai
Completed in 2025, Ocean View is a brand new architecturally designed home with panoramic views of the Te Arai coastline and Pacific Ocean.
This stunning five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom estate was made for relaxed, easy living. Step into expansive, light-filled living areas with floor-to-ceiling glass, a high-spec kitchen, and beautifully curated interiors. Step outside to enjoy a heated pool, spa, outdoor fireplace, and BBQ area - perfect for entertaining under the stars.
Whether you're planning a golf retreat, a family holiday, or a luxury escape in Northland, Ocean View offers the perfect base.
Ocean View is ideally positioned for visiting:
Te Arai Links Golf Courses (North & South) – 5 minutes’ drive
Tara Iti Golf Club – world-renowned, exclusive access nearby
Mangawhai Heads & Forestry Beach – surfing, beach walks, & swimming
Northland wine trails & boutique food destinations
With uninterrupted ocean views, premium finishes, and proximity to New Zealand’s most prestigious golf courses, this is one of the most sought-after coastal accommodations in Te Arai.
