New ZealandBoutique Resorts

Azur Lodge offers private villas in a secluded part of Sunshine Bay. It features panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, free Wi-Fi and a private shuttle service. It is a 5-minute drive to central Queenstown. Each villa contains a king bed, which is well-positioned to enjoy the views. There is a minibar and a spacious living area with a fireplace and LCD TV. The luxury bathrooms feature a free-standing, spa bath. Breakfast is included and served in your room, or the main lodge. Azur’s main lodge houses a reception desk and lounge. Pre-dinner drinks and canapés are served every evening. Room service is also available. Azur Luxury Lodge provides free transfers to the town centre and local restaurants.

The 5-star resort in Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough offers luxurious apartments with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony overlooking the bay. The resort has a fine dining restaurant with an extensive list of New Zealand wines. The luxurious apartments each include spacious living rooms which feature comfortable sofas and Sky TV. The resort features an outdoor swimming pool with poolside loungers and a cedar hot tub. The resort’s Miritu Day Spa offers massages treatments. The Resort is just a 30-minute ferry ride from the township of Picton or a 20 minute helicopter flight from Wellington.

Situated on Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri offers luxury suites and villas, each with a private terrace featuring unspoilt mountain and lake views. Accommodation includes pre-dinner drinks with hors d'oeuvres, gourmet dinner, full breakfast and complimentary in-room minibar including domestic beers (excluding liquor and wines). Only a 7-minute drive from the centre of Queenstown, and a 15-minute drive from Queenstown International Airport, the lodge is a wonderful base from which to explore the many experiences and activities for which the town is famed. Complimentary Wi-Fi access is included. Facilities include a luxury day spa, outdoor heated infinity swimming pool with spa pool, and a fully equipped fitness centre. The lodge’s stylish shared lounge and dining spaces feature open fireplaces. Every suite has its own private patio, sitting area with fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom with large bathtub. Air conditioning, LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock and an in-room safe are provided.

Situated in the picturesque Canterbury high country, Fable Terrace Downs Resort features all day dining, an 18 hole golf course and a range of outdoor activities. The villas have open-plan living spaces with gas fires. Guests can enjoy free on-site parking. The cafe serves a menu of local produce and offers panoramic views of the mountains from breakfast to evening meals. Fable Terrace Downs Resort also has tennis courts and a fitness centre onsite. Local activities near Terrace Downs include jet boating, clay-bird shooting, archery, mountain biking, golfing, quad biking, four-wheel-driving and fishing. Terrace Downs is a 60-minute drive through the countryside from Christchurch International Airport. Lake Coleridge is a 25-minute drive away. It is a 35-minute drive to Methven and Mt Hutt Village.