Azur Lodge
Each of the 9 villas that comprise Azur Lodge has a living area with a gas fireplace, underfloor heating and a private deck for soaking up the spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. The bedrooms have king size beds, aromatherapy centers, Wi-Fi and iPod docks. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with rainforest-themed showers, complimentary Linden Leaves toiletries, twin granite sinks and double spa baths set beside vast picture windows.
Ski and luggage storage, in-room dining, massage and all the amenities you would expect from a luxury five-star resort are available at the Azur Lodge. The main ski areas are 25 to 45 minutes away by car or accessible by helicopter from the lodge. Room rates include additional amenities such as free airport transfers from Queenstown, complimentary meals and drinks.
Azur Lodge
23 MacKinnon Tce
Sunshine Bay
Queenstown 9300
New Zealand
011 +64-3-409-0588
azur.co.nz
Tanoa Aspen Hotel Queenstown
Tanoa Aspen Hotel is the highest-situated hotel in Queenstown and offers spectacular views overlooking Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding Remarkables Mountain. The hotel offers 100 rooms and apartments that are simply decorated, some featuring lake views. There is also a choice of one- and two-bedroom apartments. All of the self-contained apartments have interconnecting twin rooms with en suite bathrooms, balconies and fully fitted kitchens.
The bar and lobby area make the most of the fireplaces during winter and the outdoor deck in summer. Facilities include two spa pools, a ski and snowboard drying room and ample free parking. Shuttle bus service to and from the town centre and Wi-Fi are offered at a small additional cost.
Tanoa Aspen Hotel Queenstown
139 Fernhill Road
Queenstown 9300
800-427-688
011 +6-43-441-0097
tanoahotels.com
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Mercure offers standard rooms ranging from twin to king but has all of the same outdoor activities to recommend it as the more expensive hotels in the area. Facilities include an outdoor seasonal swimming pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium, plus a restaurant serving local favorites, a bar, conference rooms and a ski and boot drying room.
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Sainsbury Road
Queenstown 9197
New Zealand
011 +64-3-442-6600
mercure.com
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