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Central Otago’s pioneering winery
Gibbston Valley has opened its doors to
the new architecturally designed Lodge
& Spa, offering up Queenstown’s latest
in luxury accommodation.

A world-class destination, Gibbston Valley
Lodge & Spa presents the ultimate in relaxed
indulgence, fne wine, culinary excellence and
fve-star personal service.

Arrive into Queenstown’s International Airport
and within 20 minutes reach the 5-star luxury
lodge, set among one of New Zealand’s iconic
landscapes, for a weekend retreat of sensorial
discovery and unmitigated relaxation.

VILLAS IN THE VINES
Twenty-four sumptuously comfortable and
modern villas are nestled above Gibbston
Valley’s historic Le Maitre vineyard.

Offering unique and exclusive winery
accommodation in Queenstown, New
Zealand, each villa delivers uncompromising
comfort within a generous 65 square
metre open plan interior that opens out
onto a covered courtyard and dining area,
the perfect place to enjoy a personalised
selection of Gibbston Valley wines.

SPA RETREAT
A retreat for health, beauty and well-being,
the Spa features three private treatment
rooms, a sauna, hot pools with views, and a
well-appointed gym conveniently located just
a short stroll from the villas.

Providing a serene, relaxing environment
for a range of personal indulgences
including – fttingly – vinotherapy treatments
using different parts of the grape and vine
to beneft the skin, the Spa provides an
opportunity to connect with the land and
winery on a whole new level.

WINE IMMERSION
Intimate and in-depth wine experiences
are central to what the Lodge & Spa offers.
Privately hosted and uniquely tailored, each
experience delves deep into the wine-
growing practices and philosophies of
Gibbston Valley.

Highlights include winemaker tastings in
the Lodge Cellar followed by a cinematic
depiction of Bud to Bottle – a short flm of the
winegrowing process – in the Lodge’s private
wine education theatre. To take the wine
experience to new heights, guests can book a
private helicopter tour of Gibbston Valley and
surrounds.

EXCLUSIVE SURROUNDINGS
Set on a 1000-acre privately-owned Station,
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa has kilometres
of biking and walking trails at its doorstep,
including New Zealand’s popular Great Ride,
‘The Queenstown Trail’.

Whether it’s the unique activities on offer
at the property, or further afeld at some of
Queenstown’s iconic attractions, guests can
trust a 5-star personal concierge service
providing the very best local knowledge to
build a perfectly customised itinerary.

While luxury and indulgence best describe
the feeling of the new establishment,
sustainability is at the heart of Gibbston
Valley Lodge & Spa. Already a BioGro
certifed organic winery and vineyard, every
element of the Lodge & Spa’s operations
has been put under the microscope – from
in-room recycling initiatives to a true garden-
to-table dining experience.

Luxury packages are now available offering
tailored getaways, including Wine Immersion,
Food & Wine Indulgence, Relax & Revive,
Romantic Escape, and Ride the Vines.

New Zealand’s iconic wine region opens new luxury destination:


Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa in Queenstown


FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS VISIT
WWW.GIBBSTONVALLEYLODGEANDSPA.COM
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