Newest Queenstown, NZ Accommodation options
New Zealand accommodation options are different to what we can expect in other parts of the world including North America, sometimes you must put your preconceived notions about brands aside when considering your accommodation options as a recent visit to the resort town of Queenstown showed us this month.
There is something for every level of comfort and budget in New Zealand from luxury lodges in surreal natural landscapes to back-to-nature camping, and glamping accommodation in New Zealand is varied and plentiful. We took a look at some of the latest accommodation offerings in the town and compare them for you below:
Holiday Inn Express Suites Queenstown
American visitors will need to ask themselves if they are really staying at a Holiday Inn as this brand-new property is a solid 4-star that has all the bells and whistles including in room Nespresso maker and smart Tv’s which let you stream your favorite content instantly and complimentary hot and cold breakfast options for each guest.
The hotel was able to open during the pandemic due to the hard work of the opening team. Located on the main road into the township of Queenstown you are 10 minutes’ drive from the Airport and 3-minute drive into the city center.
The Rees Residences
If you have been to Queenstown previously you would most likely be familiar with the Rees hotel and its iconic views, The hotel continues to reinvest into the property with the new addition of the lakefront Residences.
The Residences offer you all the conveniences of home with kitchen and laundry facilities as well as the luxuries of a 5-star hotel with hot tub and well stocked mini bar and the option to add your own on 24/7 butler service.
Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa
A 30 Minute drive from downtown Queenstown you find yourself amongst some of the most sought after grape vines in the country in the Gibbston Valley, home to the newest luxury accommodation in Queenstown: The Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa.
The spacious villas situated adjacent to the vineyard let you soak in the views and enjoy in the fruits of the land all while maintaining a consciousness for the environment and local biodiversity with the vineyard certified organic. These villas mix stylish luxury with personal service and fine amenities to complete your luxurious stay.
Kamana LakeHouse
Situated just a short drive out of the city center and perched above lake Wakatipu is the newly redeveloped property Kamana Lake House.
The décor of this hotel is cozy and contemporary designed to take advantage of the stunning views of the Remarkable mountains and another key draw card to stay at this property is access to book the Kamana soak tubs which are reserved for inhouse guests to book only.
