New Zealand

Michelin-starred chef Marc de Passorio leads diners on a gastronomic journey at Harbour Society restaurant; fashionable boutiques, galleries, and waterfront nightlife are a short stroll away.

Cordis Auckland is an elegant, upscale hotel situated in the lively area near. Upper Queen Street and Karangahape Road. Known for its creative, eclectic culture, boutique shops and buzzing nightlife,

this vibrant area offers everything from contemporary art and live music to vintage stores. Our hotel offers 411 luxury rooms and suites, sophisticated restaurants and bars, excellent workout facilities and state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces.

 

A stylish urban sanctuary within easy walking distance of Christchurch centre, The George is a welcoming and wonderfully comfortable place to stay. Expect innovative cuisine in the superb restaurant, impeccable service and works of art by some of New Zealand’s finest contemporary artists. Rich tan leather and bold teal velvet offer a warm welcome in the lobby, all 52 spacious rooms are also decorated in soothing neutral tones with those all important special details. The atmosphere is one of chic elegance but specifically designed with relaxation in mind. Following a leisurely breakfast on the terrace of 50 Bistro, wander through Hagley Park making sure to visit the Botanic Gardens. Then head for Cathedral Square or for a spot of adventure, arrange a balloon or helicopter flight for a bird’s eye view of the sea and mountains surrounding Christchurch.

Sophisticated and elegant, Rosewood Kauri Cliffs looks out across panoramic views across the Pacific. Tastefully designed by Virginia Fisher, the lodge is timelessly beautiful; offering space, comfort and complete relaxation amidst the homeliness of soft furnishings, warm carpets and blonde woods. Resting on an unspoilt coastline where high cliffs give way to three pristine private beaches, Kauri Cliffs is experiential travel at its best.

Named the number one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel + Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a leisure traveller’s dream. Activities abound with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and bush walks, mountain biking, quad biking and spa sanctuary hidden within native forest. Accommodation is offered in 22 suites set in outlying cottages separate to the main lodge, as well as the two-bedroom Owner’s Cottage and three stunning four-bedroom villas. Each suite has its own private balcony, bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. The cottages are nestled in native forest overlooking the golf course and the Pacific Ocean.

Far out to the east of Hawke’s Bay wine country, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers sits atop rolling farmland and rugged cliffs that give way to vast sea views. Home to not only a lodge and spa, this unique property also boasts the awarded-winning Tom Doak-design golf course, a sanctuary for some of New Zealand’s most precious flora and fauna, and a working sheep and cattle station.

Warm and enveloping, Cape Kidnappers’ 22 generous suites and four-bedroom Owner’s Cottage deliver sumptuous comfort and awe-inspiring views. Every suite offers guests a private balcony, bedroom with sitting area, walk-in wardrobes and luxurious bathroom. The main lodge overlooks the working farm, golf course and Pacific Ocean, and houses the guest lounge, library, wine cellar and snug, providing options for a variety of dining locations.

Eichardt’s Private Hotel may have roots stretching back to 1866, but its chic interiors and whatever your whim service plant it firmly in the 21st century. It’s thanks in part to Virginia Fisher’s creative influence, adding a modern edge to this boutique hotel’s heritage. And with the best spot on the shores of mountain backed Lake Wakatipu, it’s both sleekly designed and serenely placed.

Inside, the hotel makes the most of the South Island landscape it’s part of. Each suite and apartment frames awe-inspiring lake or mountain views, and balances antique furnishings with contemporary style notes. For peak privacy, choose The Residence, an elegant villa set slightly apart from the main hotel. Or experience ultimate luxury in The Penthouse. With spa like marble bathrooms, a private pool terrace, personal chef and round the clock butler and the best views in the house, it’s a spectacular space for enjoying the finer things in life.

Spectacularly located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri Lodge looks out to a mesmerising alpine landscape, with The Remarkables and Cecil and Walter peaks prominent. Just seven minutes from bustling Queenstown, this is an alpine, lakeside retreat, nestled in one of the world’s most strikingly beautiful landscapes. With clean lines in glass, stone and timber, Matakauri’s own take on luxury is understated and welcoming. The main lodge consists of a spacious lounge and dining and living areas, all with views of Lake Wakatipu, while accommodation is offered in twelve luxurious guest suites and rooms. Each suite offers a private porch, a bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom.

The four bedroom Villa at Matakauri features four suites in an outlying complex, complete with private Jacuzzi, kitchen and grand courtyard making it ideal for families, couples or friends travelling together, as well as special celebrations. Named by Travel + Leisure as one of the top five lodges in New Zealand and Australia, Matakauri is your ultimate sanctuary after a day spent atop mountains, exploring vast fjords, chasing thrills and simply discovering this unique region.