Top Luxury Lodges in New Zealand

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Luxury Lodges of New Zealand

Travel to New Zealand in Luxury

Leisure travelers come from all over the world to vacation in New Zealand because of our Luxury Lodges that deliver high class service and five star accommodations. These deluxe hotels are located in some of the most gorgeous parts of our magical country. You can rejuvenate at a secluded spa and be pampered with tranquility, or indulge in culinary wonders prepared by world famous chefs. While on your vacation to New Zealand experience our pristine beaches, colorful coral reefs, vast mountain ranges and natural wildlife sanctuaries all while escaping to paradise at one of our luxury lodges.

Indulgence and Romance, Adventure and Luxury await you at any of these top luxury resorts. Book your New Zealand holiday with us by viewing our premade itineraries or allow us to build a custom vacation package for you and your group to travel to New Zealand in style and to enjoy the best luxury accommodations that we have to offer. CLICK HERE to have our Travel Agent Experts create a Tailor Made Luxury Vacation to New Zealand just for you.

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Bay of Many Coves

There are only a few places in the world that can offer such luxurious, mouth-watering, sensory combinations of fine foods and pristine, natural surroundings that luxury travelers desire, and this is one of them. Bay of Many Coves is a New Zealand, 5-Star, waterfront, apartment-style Resort that delivers pure luxury, and a chance to treat yourself to a unique Marlborough Sounds experience.

Try new things you’ve always dreamed of doing while on an adventure vacation in New Zealand’s beautiful island paradise. Kayak in the beautiful bays, swim with the dolphins, enjoy a wine tour, or explore the famous Queen Charlotte Track on a guided bush walk tour. You can sail into the sunset on a romantic getaway or discover the unique New Zealand wildlife on a hike or bird watching expedition.

The adventures are endless at the Bay of Many Coves, but when you do long for leisure time, relax at the pool or hot tub, or rejuvenate your mind and body with a massage treatment at our resident spa. And the pampering doesn’t end there. The deluxe guest apartments are generously packed with luxury accommodations and offer complete living, dining and lounging spaces just for you or your group.

Have a passion for fine wine and award-winning food? Choose from our two separate restaurants and the waterfront café that offer savory delights of classic contemporary cuisine and fresh local seafood, with specially selected wines from local Marlborough vineyards.

Luxury travel to New Zealand has never been so pure, so natural, or so full of new experiences; and they’re all right here, waiting for you and your family at the Bay of Many Coves. Look through our premade luxury vacation itineraries to plan your family vacation to New Zealand, or CLICK HERE to allow one of our Travel Agent Experts to create a Tailor Made Luxury Vacation Package just for you.

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Fiordland Lodge

Private and serene, the Fiordland Lodge is the perfect New Zealand Vacation Destination for any luxury traveler looking for pure relaxation set in one of the world’s most beautiful area, the Fiordland National Park. You can take a scenic helicopter flight to discover the magic of Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, explore the mysterious glowworm caves, and fly fish the smooth waters of Lake Te Anau which are famous for their crystal clear, unpolluted waters that produce large stocks of Brown and Rainbow trout.

The spacious architecture of this 5-Star luxury lodge reflects the splendor of the lush New Zealand landscape surrounding its elegant log cabins. High ceilings and a massive riverstone fireplace provide a comforting stylish atmosphere. Follow the grand staircase up to the peaceful mezzanine where you can enjoy a book in the library, or use the fly tying area. Gaze at the tranquil Lake Te Anau from your private view in any of the deluxe guest rooms which also feature natural, country chic décor.

Fiordland Lodge is also known for the fun adventures that await you as soon as you step out into Te Anua’s natural playground of snow-capped mountains, ice rivers, deep lakes, exotic waterfalls and rolling grasslands. Fiordland Guides is based out of the lodge and offers Guided Nature Walks, Bird Watching Tours, and most importantly Guided Fishing Trips. The Fiordland region is world renowned for its fly-fishing, particularly for rainbow and brown trout in the crystal clear, well-stocked local rivers and streams.

See New Zealand’s most cherished southern corner when you book your luxury vacation at Fiordland Lodge. You can choose from premade New Zealand Luxury itineraries or fill out our Tailor Made Vacation request form to have one of our Expert Travel Agents build a luxury vacation package custom for you.

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Timara Lodge

Timara Lodge is truly a slice of paradise located in the wine region of Marlborough, New Zealand. Offering unrivaled luxury vacation accommodations and exquisite award-winning cuisine, this magnificent resort rests at the heart of 600 acres of lush manicured gardens and a 5 acre romantic lake revealing waterfront views to die for.

Leisure time around Timara Lodge is perfect to unwind by the pool, stroll through the unimaginable gardens, or play a game of tennis on the green grass tennis court. Enjoy a wine tour on a day’s adventure or play a round of golf in Marlborough; visit a local art studio or browse the fine art galleries only a short distance away in Nelson. Other activities include horseback riding, bird watching, walking and hiking tours, cycling, farm tours, white water rafting, sea kayaking or whale watching in the great Pacific Ocean. Add snorkeling and scuba diving off the peninsula of Kaikoura to make your New Zealand getaway even more memorable.

When you book your New Zealand Vacation Package to include Lake Timara Lodge, you’ll fall in love with the incredible gardens, exquisite luxury accommodations, the personal attention of the staff, and of course the spectacular cuisine of Chef Louis Schindler. View the premade Luxury New Zealand Packages or fill out our Tailor Made Request Form to have one of our Travel Agent Experts prepare a custom leisure holiday just for you.

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Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Just an hour drive from New Zealand’s vibrant city of Dunedin is the charming, historical town of Oamaru, home of the luxury, award-winning, boutique-style hotel, Pen-y-bryn Lodge. Known as the best preserved colonial town in New Zealand, the Oamaru community is proud of their enviable Victorian heritage and architecture, and celebrates this culture each year with the Victorian Heritage Festival which lasts for days and showcases penny farthing races, performances and demonstrations by local artisans.

Guests will enjoy the Kiwi kindness of the owners, James and James, who give their personal attention to every detail of the lodge, as well as your every need. Throughout the five cozy guest rooms you’ll discover unique Victorian features like large pedestal porcelain bathtubs with brass accents, antique French doors, and gorgeous sleigh beds. Dining at the Pen-y-bryn resembles a private dinner party with friends, as you gather around a grand table to enjoy wine and cuisine flavored by local, organic produce.

Plan to take time on your luxury vacation to explore the extraordinary New Zealand nature and wildlife found around Oamaru and Waitaki Valley. Arrange a viewing of the local Penguin Colonies, or venture to nearby Moeraki to see the iconic beachside boulders. You can book a guided walking tour to explore The Vanished World Heritage Trail, or view the Oamaru Public Gardens; go fly fishing at Lake Tekapo, or rock climb the iconic Elephant Rocks. Some other popular activities include Golfing, Cycling, Skiing, Tennis, Wine Tours, or taking in a show at our beautifully restored Oamaru Opera House.

You’ll receive the warmest hospitality, delight in the most exquisite luxury accommodations, and dine in exceptional style at this exclusive 5 Star leisure destination.

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Peppers On The Point

Voted as the third top luxury lodge in New Zealand, Peppers on the Point is the perfect leisure vacation destination offering rich culture and tranquil relaxation, not to mention the stunning views of Lake Rotorua. Just five minutes from the inviting city of Rotorua, Peppers on the Point is located on Kawaha Point Road and is the heartland of New Zealand’s Maori culture.

Built more than 80 years ago, Peppers on the Point is a restored two-story mansion that was once a private residence. Its luxury accommodations include nine spacious guest suites with spectacular views of the private beach, and two extraordinary lake cottages. You can also reserve the Owner’s Private Lake Villa to stay in which is perfect for family vacations or groups traveling to New Zealand.

On your days out, you can explore the surrounding natural wonders like serene lakes, erupting geysers, hot thermal springs and bubbling mud pools. And on the days that you would rather stay in, the Lodge offers plenty to do onsite like enjoy a heavenly massage at their lavishness spa, fly fish from their private beachfront, and enjoy water sports or tennis. The Lodge even put together their top 25 experiences that are “Must Do’s” when planning your trip to New Zealand’s Rotorua area which include taking a helicopter flight over White Island to see the active volcano, jet boating, nature walks through the Wai-o-tapu geothermal park, mountain biking along world renown tracks, sky diving, white water rafting and much more.

You’ll want for nothing at this all inclusive luxury lodge. From fine wine to gourmet cuisine, from luxury accommodations to amazing exploits, you will be sure to find romance, relaxation and adventure at Peppers on the Point. Allow one of our Travel Agent Experts to create a Tailor Made New Zealand Vacation Package for your, or browse through our premade travel itineraries listed below featuring this 5 Star Luxury Lodge.

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Whare Kea Lodge and Chalet

On the shore of Lake Wanaka, deep in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, sits a little piece of heaven known as Whare Kea Lodge where you can enjoy an adventure vacation all year around. In the summer the weather is warm and dry and perfect for mountain bike rides or road cycling; horseback riding; nature walks and rock climbing; golfing; jet boating; kayaking or rafting along Dart River; and some of the best trout and salmon fishing around at the famous tranquil Milford Sound. In the cold, clear winter months you can drop from a helicopter ( Heliski ) onto the mountain top and ski the sloops of Harris and Buchanan mountain ranges, or keep cozy warm in the intimate setting of the luxury lodge while enjoying a glass of wine and their award-winning cuisine.

Whare Kea, pronounced ‘far-eh-kee-ah’, means ‘house of the Kea’ in Maori. The Kea is the world’s only alpine parrot and lives high above the snowline in the surrounding mountains that you would probably recognize as the iconic landscape and setting of the epic series “Lord of the Rings.”

This mountain top luxury paradise was built less formal than the typical high end boutique hotels around the world, so that you would feel total comfort and relaxation on your dream vacation in New Zealand. The lodge offers six suites and deluxe rooms that can accommodate up to twelve guests and can be booked on an exclusive basis. Amenities include three lounge spaces, library, open fire, bar and dining areas, billiard & TV lounge, massage room, cellar, business center, as well as an outdoor Jacuzzi.

Escape on your leisure vacation to “Heaven on earth” – or maybe we should say, “Heaven above earth!” when you stay at this sensational New Zealand, mountaintop, luxury lodge, Whare Kea Lodge. CLICK HERE to have one of our Travel Agent Experts create a custom Luxury Vacation Package just for you or view the premade itineraries for Whare Kea.

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The Farm at Cape Kidnappers

The Luxury Lodge and Golf Course at Cape Kidnappers, known as “The Farm” rests on 6,000 acres that was discovered by Captain James Cook back in 1769, and to this day remains lush green pasture land reminiscent of American West territory, with one exception – the breathtaking cliffs that dive 800 feet to the glorious sea shore of Hawke’s Bay.

This leisure vacation destination might look like rustic farm houses on the outside, but you’ll find 5 Star luxury accommodations inside the deluxe suites with features like separate living and sleeping areas, king sized beds, room-controlled air conditioning, high-speed internet, fully stocked complimentary mini-bar, walk in closet, spacious bathroom with oversized bath tub and shower stall, and flat screen TVs.

Traveling with your family or a group? Reserve the Owner’s Cottage that offers spacious accommodations for up to 8 guests, and gives you an exclusive cottage with 4 deluxe bedrooms with fireplaces, and a generously-sized open floor plan for the kitchen and dining area. There’s a larger common space for your group to gather and then venture outside to your own Jacuzzi on the stone terrace.

The Cape Kidnappers Golf Course is par 71 and is ranked 41st in the world by Golf Magazine and would make any golfer’s vacation dreams come true as you step up to tee off on cliffs 140 meters above sea level and look across the waves of Hawke Bay.

Other onsite activities include nature hikes and walking tours along some of the most inspiring trails in New Zealand, Gannet Safari, farm tours, a full service luxury spa, state of the art fitness centre, outdoor 50 foot heated pool, jacuzzi/spa and pool cabana. Local area activities include wine tours, fly fishing, hot air ballooning, Art Deco tour, horseback riding and river kayaking.

Even though you will be on a luxury vacation in New Zealand far from your busy world, we know that The Farm at Cape Kidnappers’ staff, accommodations, fine dining and extraordinary landscape will capture your heart and make you feel right at home. View the premade Itineraries >> or have our Travel Agent Experts create a Tailor Made Luxury Vacation Package just for you.

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The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs

Planning a luxury vacation to New Zealand? Then plan to stay at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, located in the Bay of Islands off the northern tip of New Zealand. Kauri Cliffs and its sister property Cape Kidnappers top the “World’s Best Awards” in the top 15 Resorts in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific as voted by distinguish Travel & Leisure Magazine readers – USA.

The main lodge at Kauri Cliffs offers 5 Star Leisure Travelers the most spectacular 180 degree view of the Pacific Ocean and is second-to-none in their all inclusive service, fine cuisine and wine, accommodations and Pro Golf Course. All of the luxury suites are nestled in the lush native forest surrounding the golf course and feature their own private porch, bedroom and sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and spacious bathrooms.

Plan to travel with your family or a group to New Zealand for vacation and want to house together? The Owner’s Cottage is a large 4, 200 square foot lavishness house with two private suites that overlook the Pacific Ocean and golf course, an infinity swimming pool and hot tub, outdoor barbecue and cooking facilities if you would prefer to dine in-house. A small office space can be converted into a third bedroom space ideal for children or taking a nanny along on vacation.

Golfers, book your Tee Time ahead to be sure to experience a golfer’s fantasy course. Fifteen holes view the Pacific Ocean, six of which are played atop the stunning cliffs. Ranked among the 100 Greatest Golf Courses in the World by Golf Magazine, Kauri Cliffs Golf Course has five different sets of tees to challenge every skill level.

After a round of golf, take a moment out of your New Zealand Vacation to relax poolside or rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit in the tranquil setting of our exclusive, luxury spa found on the edge of a forest and winding stream.

Might seem like a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, but you will want to travel to New Zealand time and time again to stay at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs. View our premade vacation travel packages to book your Luxury New Zealand Vacation or let one of our Travel Agent Experts build a custom vacation package just for you.

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Stonefly Lodge

Stonefly Lodge is a 5 Star Luxury getaway that has been featured in fishing magazines around the world as one of the best fly fishing destinations, and has been listed as one of the top ten eco-friendly luxury lodges in New Zealand. Situated on 150 acres of private lush forest, and accessible by helicopter, Stonefly will serve as the perfect base from which to explore the natural beauty of the Nelson Lakes and Abel Tasman regions on the South Island of New Zealand.

Not only is the fishing out of this world, but so are the luxury accommodations at Stonefly. The lodge is built from indigenous stone and timber, and at its core features a double-sided stone fireplace which provides a cozy, country chic atmosphere. All four luxury guest suites have private balconies which overlook the Motueka River and reveal off in the distance the spectacular Mt Arthur Range in Kahurangi National Park. Other amenities that luxury travelers will find include fine linens, hand-crafted furniture, local New Zealand art décor, in-suite bathrooms and wireless access.

There are activities for the non-fishing guests of Stonefly that are just as impressive. You can kayak on the crystal clear waters of Abel Tasman, horseback ride down the beach, explore the national parks on a guided walking tour, enjoy a wine or art tour in Nelson or fly over the sites used in the epic movie “The Lord of the Rings” on a private helicopter tour.

Stonefly Luxury Lodge is the perfect getaway for any fisherman (or fisherwoman) who has dreamed of the biggest catch! Book your New Zealand Luxury Vacation to include Stonefly Lodge and experience for yourself the award-winning service and 5 Star accommodations of a top ten eco-friendly lodge. Choose from our premade luxury itineraries listed below or CLICK HERE to fill out our quick form to have one of our Travel Agent Experts create a Tailor Made New Zealand Luxury Vacation Package around your dreams.

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Tiritiri Lodge

Luxury Vacations in New Zealand are known for some of the most extravagant accommodations found in the world. Tiritiri Lodge ranks at the top of the list because of their exclusive boutique-style lodging, minimalist-modern architecture and stunning natural surroundings.

Known also as a 5 Star luxury Bed and Breakfast in New Zealand, this all inclusive, eco-friendly lodge features 5 deluxe rooms, 1 exclusive suite, and a spacious community area with a Bechstein Grand piano, and a large cedar hot tub that overlooks the waterfall in the Japanese-style gardens.

Delicious four course meals and lavish desserts will awaken your senses as you indulge in gourmet cuisine and fine wine that TiriTiri Lodge’s chef serves to you daily. Seasonal foods are prepared with local produce and the organic ingredients grown in their own garden.

Guests can enjoy activities such as biking, fly fishing, nature hiking, star gazing with our powerful telescope, lawn games, golfing, heli-skiing, or kayaking in Wanaka Lake. Some of the local New Zealand attractions include Mt Aspiring National Park, Treble Cone, the great wineries of Central Otago, Milford Sound and of course, the great shops and art galleries in the nearby cities of Wanaka or Queenstown.

Abandon your stressful world and book a Luxury New Zealand vacation package to include a stay at the Tiritiri Lodge and you’re sure to discover an unimaginable world of romance, adventure and relaxation. View our premade vacation itineraries or have one of our Expert Travel Agents design a Tailor Made Luxury Vacation Package just for you.

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