Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa

Hotels
9.3 (270 reviews)
1820 State Highway , Queenstown , nz

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Excellent service
Great accommodations
Cons:
Occasional noise issues
Some amenities need improvement

Categories

Cleanliness
8.88
Some reviews noted cleanliness positively, though there are mentions of noise from adjacent rooms.
Service
9.85
Multiple reviews praised the staff for being polite and helpful.
Location
9.39
Beautiful location and setting, though some noted it requires a bit of travel from central areas.
Room Quality
9.34
Rooms are generally described as beautiful and comfortable, with great amenities.
Amenities
8.87
Facilities like the hot tubs and sauna received mixed reviews; improvements needed in some areas.
Value for Money
9.33
Overall seen as a good value, especially with the quality of accommodations and dining.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Food at the restaurant received praise but some descriptions indicated variability.
Overall Experience
9.85
Overall experiences reported as fantastic with few complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:23

Property Description

Luxury Accommodation and Personalized Service
Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa, nestled in the Central Otago wine region, offers 5-star luxury accommodation with personalized service. The 24 private villas provide stunning views of the vineyards and mountains, ensuring a serene retreat.

Experiential Packages and Activities
Guests can immerse themselves in a range of experiential packages tailored to their preferences, from outdoor adventures on the Gibbston Valley Station to wine tastings and relaxing spa treatments. The options are diverse, catering to every guest's interests.

Culinary Delights and Award-Winning Wines
Indulge in a gastronomic experience at the lodge's restaurant, where the menu curated by Head Chef Al Wilson perfectly complements the renowned Gibbston Valley Wines. With a focus on organic, locally sourced ingredients, guests can savor the taste of the region in every dish.

Experience luxury, relaxation, and culinary excellence at Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa. Book your stay now to create unforgettable memories in Central Otago.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ZQN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 270 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.88
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 8.87
Value for Money: 9.33
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.85
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Matt • couple • nz
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • au
9
Great accommodation but as a winery, it has a lot to learn.
Pros:

Beautiful property, beautiful food. All details of the property had been well thought out. It is extremely well appointed with many fine details taken care of.

Cons:

The including wind tasting was incredibly poor. It was hurried, uninformative, only three wines served as white, red, white which was weird. Compared to the previous tasting we had done earlier that day at Kinross which was excellent, it left much to be desired. We would not recommend it to anyone.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
9
Everything was perfcet except the menu and the food at the restaurant,
Pros:

The villa was amazing, location also amazing!

Cons:

The restaurant

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Jozica • couple • si
9
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
• couple • us
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • nz
10
My husband and I have stayed at Gibbston Lodge on various occasions. It never disappoints whatever the season. The food,
Pros:

We love everything about the property

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • fr
10
Un séjour mémorable de grande qualité ?
Pros:

L'un de nos meilleurs séjours depuis que nous voyageons.
Un cadre magnifique, des lodges spacieux, confortables, et paisible.
Un staff et une équipe très attentionnés.
Cellar wine, pool/sauna, desgustion, location de vélo tout sur place.
Des vins à découvrir absolument.
Délicieux restaurant et petit déjeuner.
Nous y retournerons...

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Cowley • couple • nz
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Leon • couple • nz
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
10
A lovely place to stay if you’ve saved up your pocket money
Pros:

A beautiful lodge with fabulous rooms. A great restaurant

Cons:

We couldn’t get into the restaurant on the first night
It’s very expensive

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Amber-jaye • couple • au
10
Beautiful property, thoroughly enjoyed our stay, originally booked 3 nights & added an extra!
Pros:

Beautiful Property, highly recommend!! The lodges are comfortable, beautifully styled, very spacious and had everything we needed. We would have loved to stay longer than 4 nights. Make sure you book a time for the top hot tub. The adorable little balcony that overlooked private gardens was a peaceful spot for an afternoon drink (star gazing at night) & just a meander along the footpath, past the grape vines & straight into their cellar door. The whole property had amazing gardens and lovely bar / restaurant with huge fireplace surrounded by couches & outdoor seating area was so relaxing.
The restaurant had delicious breakfast & dinner was very impressive. We had a complementary wine tasting with the winemaker around the fire in the restaurant. Great spot to hire e-bikes directly from the property & ride around the vineyards. The river across the road was epic for a walk or ride.
The location was perfect for visiting Queenstown, Arrowtown & all the other great sightseeing (recommended having a car or at least bike hire).
The staff were very polite and went above and beyond, even delivering my earrings (left in the room) to my hotel in Queenstownon her way home (thanks Maria you are the best)!

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Amber-jaye • couple • au
10
Devine, highly recommend staying at this beautiful property for as long as you can!
Pros:

Beautiful Property, highly recommend!! The lodges are comfortable, beautifully styled, very spacious and had everything we needed. We would have loved to stay longer than 4 nights. The adorable little balcony that overlooked private gardens was a peaceful spot for an afternoon drink (star gazing at night) & just a meander along the footpath, past the grape vines & straight into their cellar door. The whole property had amazing gardens and lovely bar / restaurant with huge fireplace surrounded by couches & outdoor seating area was so relaxing. The restaurant had delicious breakfast & dinner was very impressive. We had a complementary wine tasting with the winemaker around the fire in the restaurant. Great spot to hire e-bikes directly from the property & ride around the vineyards. The river across the road was epic for a walk or ride. The location was perfect for visiting Queenstown, Arrowtown & all the other great sightseeing (recommended having a car or at least bike hire). The staff were very polite and went above and beyond, even delivering my earrings (left in the room) to my hotel in Queenstownon her way home (thanks Maria you are the best)!

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • au
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • us
9
Overall, the stay was quite enjoyable
Pros:

The property is gorgeous! The villas are very nice, comfortable, spacious and private.

Cons:

I was disappointed that I was not able to schedule a massage. Being that the property refers to itself as a spa, I felt it should have been more accommodating with spa times/availability.

Also, one evening I was not able to get a reservation for dining…again, I feel as though when you are staying at such an accommodation, they should be able to accommodate you.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Location and quality as well as the food

Cons:

Bed was quite hard.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Yasmin • couple • au
9
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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stephanie • couple • gb
8
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • il
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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philippe • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Raisa Jane • couple • au
10
Perfect
Pros:

I love Everything. It is the best place we stayed in NZ so far. Clean, Comfortable, Accommodating Literally Perfect

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee