Blanket Bay Luxury Lodge, Queenstown


Built in the grand style of the finest Alpine lodges and finished with native New Zealand timbers and stone, Blanket Bay Lodge stands on the edge of Lake Wakatipu, surrounded by the spectacular South Island mountain range.


The Great Room, with its vast couches at the heart of the lodge, welcomes guests to come and relax in front of the open fire and enjoy the spectacular view. Next door, the luxuriously wood-paneled Den is where guests often gather for after dinner drinks. The Games Room houses the pool table, backgammon, cards, satellite TV and a complimentary self-service bar stocked with beer and soft drinks. There’s also a spa, gym and pool.


Accommodation is provided in five intimate Lakeside Lodge Rooms, each with private balcony, super-king bed and ensuite bathroom with separate bath and shower. In addition, three suites offer a sitting area with their own fireplaces and 400 sq ft private terraces with lake views. Adjacent to the main lodge are two chalets housing an additional two suites and two state rooms and a central living room.


Recognition:
Voted favourite Australasia Hotel by readers of Conde Nast Traveller 2009


While you're there:

  • Hop on a chopper for a scenic flight to Milford Sound (avoiding nearly nine hours' road transport). You can also heli hike and heli ski.
  • Jet boat along the Dart River, departing from the lodge jetty.
  • Check out the action in Queenstown, a 50 minute lakeside drive away.

Blanket Bay Lodge, Queenstown

2 nights from £712 per person, including breakfast and dinner (or half-board)