Luxury New Zealand Hotels Lodges, Wanaka, Mt Cook

Wanaka

Wanaka, sheltered behind the Southern Alps in the South Island of New Zealand, is the ideal holiday destination with its own brand of luxury New Zealand Lodges. Try the Whare Kea Lodge on 60 acres of farmland by Lake Wanaka or the Riverrun Boutique Lodge set on an escarpment with 180 degree views of the surrounding mountains. In Wanaka there is something for everyone, whatever your age, ability or sense of adventure. From fishing to flight-seeing, tramping to tennis, horse trekking to heli-skiing, gold panning to golfing. Close to the Mount Aspiring National Park, the area is a natural mountain and lake paradise.

Wanaka is about one hours drive from Queenstown. However, while the pace of life here is far more sedate and less touristy than in Queenstown, Wanaka features many of the same high adrenalin activities and adventures but without the bustle and crowds. So if you’re looking for adventure but in a more quiet and secluded atmosphere, Wanaka may just be the place.

Aoraki/Mt Cook

The Aoraki Mount Cook Mackenzie region is situated in the centre of New Zealand's majestic South Island with the main central towns of Tekapo, Mt Cook Village and Twizel. Renowned for its incredibly clear starry nights and brilliant sunny days, the Mackenzie Region also boasts remarkable turquoise blue lakes, valleys of emerald green and snow-capped mountains. There is only one international Hotel in the Mt Cook Village, The Hermitage.

Shaped by the giant forces of nature, massive glaciers have scoured the land leaving a trail of glacial lakes and crystal clear rivers across the wide valley landscape.

Whare Kea Lodge,  Wanaka

Luxury Lodge & Chalet

Designed to capture the setting's unique feeling of space and light, Whare Kea appears to float above the water allowing guests to enjoy the magnificent location in an intimate atmosphere. Whare Kea Lodge is located on 60 acres of private farmland on the shore of Lake Wanaka. The inspiring building captures the full beauty and grandeur of its lake-side setting and alpine views, whilst providing the ultimate in sophisticated accommodation for guests.

The Lodge has two master suites and four deluxe rooms accommodating a maximum of twelve guests. All rooms include; a large ensuite bathroom with double ended bath and separate double shower and walk in dressing room/wardrobe. All rooms have direct access to the sundeck with an outdoor table setting. 

The central living area comprises three lounge spaces including open fire, a bar and dining area. In addition there is a billiard & lounge room, massage room, cellar, guest communications centre as well as outdoor areas.

Whare Kea Lodge offers guests a four course dinner, as well as a comprehensive breakfast and a range of lunch options. Whare Kea's style of cuisine is not traditional French rather modern European with an emphasis on fresh New Zealand produce complimented by fine New Zealand and Australian wines.

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Riverrun Lodge,  Wanaka

Boutique Luxury Lodge

Set on an escarpment with sweeping 180º views towards the Southern Alps and surrounded by 500 acres of riverside walks and running trails, Riverrun is a private retreat from which to explore the Wanaka and Southern Lakes region.

The recycled hardwood timber and beams used in the lodge construction give the guest accommodation and living areas a sense of warmth, intimacy and permenancy. Richly polished jarrah floors extend throughout both lounges, historic wharf timbers and massive railway beams feature in both the lounges.

Riverrun lodge is uncluttered, spacious, comfortable and simply relaxing, with carefully chosen touches of luxury in the pure calendared cotton bedlinen, big wrap robes, extra large bath towels, herbal soaps and toiletries, feather down pillows and New Zealand wool duvets.

The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting - fine cuisine and wine, convivial conversation and hosts who share their enjoyment of this region with you.

The Wanaka region offers challenging hikes into Mount Aspiring National Park, more gentle lakeside and riverside walks, guided excursions to Mou Waho island wildlife sanctuary, scenic flights to Milford Sound, fly fishing, horse trekking, winery tours, canyoning and mountain biking.

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The Hermitage,  Aoraki Mt Cook

International Hotel

Positioned in a World Heritage wilderness playground, The Hermitage at Mt Cook is surrounded by the silent splendour of the Southern Alps, within arms reach of the majestic Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak.

Whilst not necessarily a luxury hotel, this property provides visitors to this region a welcoming stay as they travel through the South Island. The views and raw beauty of the region are the real appeal.

The Hermitage Aoraki Hotel Mount Cook comprises excellent accommodation and convenient quality, dining, as well as a fine array of modern conveniences to make your stay as easy and comfortable as possible.

Guests can enjoy a variety of walks in the region or indulge in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, rock-climbing, mountaineering and skiing that are available in the area.

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