New Zealand Nature Explorer

New Zealand's 1871 castle and its award-winning gardens with sweeping sea views are a beacon on the picturesque Otago Peninsula, with a dozen lodge rooms next to the historic stables.

Located in a tranquil spot surrounded by Stewart Island’s native bush, the rustic KaKa Retreat enjoys a peaceful atmosphere just a short walk from the beach and town center.

With views over Halfmoon Bay and the bush-clad hills of Stewart Island, this comfortable hotel at the edge of Rakiura National Park has just nine rooms that overlook the town and water.

Overlooking Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges, this recently renovated hotel offers contemporary rooms with plenty of amenities and private balconies with views of the lake.

The only hotel located directly on the shore of Lake Wanaka, the Edgewater features rooms with private balconies or patios with lake and mountain views...plus outdoor hot tubs for a soak under the stars.

The Oakridge Resort offers well-appointed mountain-view accommodations just a short hop from Lake Wanaka, with nine free-form heated swimming pools on the beautifully landscaped grounds.

At the forefront of nature conservation in this pristine region, this landmark ecolodge was created to demonstrate a sustainable alternative to logging, and today is part of a 6.7 million-acre World Heritage area of lowland rainforest.

In the heart of the Southern Alps, midway between Christchurch and the South Island’s west coast, the lodge is surround by a 4,000-acre conservation reserve and high-country merino sheep station. 

This newly renovated hotel on rejuvenated Cathedral Square in heart of Christchurch is a sanctuary within the city, combining an optimal location with sophistication, warmth and every amenity.