Find the ultimate escape in New Zealand, where you can enjoy a range of activities from laid-back city tours to action-packed air and water adventures. Here, no matter where you go, your backdrop is always picture perfect. Complementing this impressive destination are some of the very best boutique
9. The Hotel Britomart, Auckland, North Island
Find your getaway in the city at The Hotel Britomart, a striking and beautifully designed hotel that offers serene and contemporary rooms and easy access to the delights of vibrant Auckland. Each beautifully designed room features hand-made ceramics, plush beds and sofas, and mini-bars filled with local treats.
8. The Dairy Private Hotel, Queenstown, South Island
With its rich history and modern farmhouse vibe, The Dairy Private Hotel in downtown Queenstown offers warm hospitality and exquisitely designed rooms with mountain and lake views. The Dairy Private Hotel is a Queenstown luxury hotel that offers uncomplicated comfort in a glamorous alpine chic setting.
7. Mangapapa Hotel, Hawkes Bay, North Island
Located in New Zealand’s premier wine and food region, and surrounded by verdant orchards and landscaped gardens, Mangapapa Hotel offers a tranquil luxury experience in its 12 well-appointed suites. Booking a stay here means being treated to luxurious private estate lifestyle that would make you never want to leave.
6. Hotel DeBrett, Auckland, North Island
Nestled within the happy bustle of Auckland’s High Street, just minutes from Britomart and the city’s famous waterfront, is Hotel DeBrett, a colourful art-deco boutique hotel perfect for the hip urban adventurer. Its vibrant interior design livens up classic art deco pieces, giving it an interesting and pleasing visual effect. Its streetside Cornerbar is a great place to enjoy the buzz of Auckland.
5. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel, South Island
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel’s 22 guestrooms are just minutes away from the city centre, making this hotel an ideal spot if you’re up for exploring local attractions and nearby cafes and restaurants. The interiors have furnishings and accents by local and international designers, giving the hotel its unique personality and chic luxurious vibe. The light-filled rooms have a contemporary style, and the suites have living areas and kitchenettes making them ideal for extended stays in town
4. QT Queenstown, Queenstown, South Island
Settle into a relaxing holiday at QT Queenstown, a lavish lakeside retreat just 10 minutes from downtown Queensland and featuring spectacular views over the glittering Lake Wakatipu and majestic peaks of the Southern Alps. The murals and combinations of vibrant colours lend QT Hotel Queenston that true blue vibe of boutique
3. Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable, Auckland, North Island
Immerse yourself in the old-world charm and contemporary living offered at the Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable, a carefully restored landmark hotel in the middle of Auckland’s hip and trendy district. With just 10 rooms, enjoy an exclusive and luxurious feeling when you book a stay in one of its luxe rooms equipped with under floor heating and tablet-controlled compendium. Dyson hair dryers are in each room and Dyson Air Wraps are even available upon request. Nice!
2. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown, South Island
Offering breathtaking views of The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu, Hotel St Moritz is a stylish and elegant Queenstown boutique hotel located close to shopping spots and a plethora of dining, and local adventures. The hotel has bespoke furnishings carefully chosen to accentuate this alpine and lake view residence. A stay in one of the beautiful rooms with mountain, lake, or garden views will make you fall in love with the area even more.
1. Eichardt’s Private Hotel, Queenstown, South Island
On the shores of beautiful Lake Wakatipu is one of Queenstown’s most iconic boutique
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