Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa

Hotels
9.3 (342 reviews)
1820 State Highway , Queenstown , nz

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 342 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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Nathan • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tess • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • au
10
Exceptional!
Pros:

Everything! Exceptional property, wonderful food and drink, lovely and engaging staff. Hot pools are awesome on a gorgeous sunny winter day.

Cons:

Not one thing.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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BP • couple • au
10
Gibbston Valley Lodge is a gem - we loved it.
Pros:

The breakfast was great and the meals my wife and I had at dinner were fabulous. Every member of their team was terrific. We wanted to find something different, out of Queenstown but with good access to the snow fields and Arrowtown, and Gibbston Valley Lodge was perfect.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Jenna • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Beautiful spot, stunning rooms

Cons:

Would be good if they have streaming tv so you could watch your own films or shows and the towels were nice but hard to dry. Only small things otherwise great

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • au
5
Pros:

The mini bar selection (although not included) and free wine tasting

Cons:

No attention to detail in the rooms, like complimentary waters or a welcome note - it was a noted that the stay was for my 40th bday and no extra details to make it special. For the price they could have done more

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Roger • couple • au
9
We had an amazing stay overall, central, modern and clean.
Pros:

Location and facilities are excellent. Staff fantastic. Wine tasting was fun, as was the theatre, great option. Sitting around the fire is very nice.

Cons:

Beds a little firm, restaurant food variety limited.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • nz
7
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • au
9
A wonderful hotel with beautiful facilities set amongst vineyards. The neighbouring cheese and wine cellar door were als
Pros:

A stunning property in a spectacular setting.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Alistair • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Prabhat • couple • nz
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • au
10
Luxury peaceful retreat in a picture perfect valley. Comfortable high quality rooms that ideal for our winter escape to
Pros:

A quiet comfortable retreat with friendly staff and quality food and wine

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • au
9
Luxury getaway in beautiful setting
Pros:

Class act. Lovely views from living area.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • au
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Greta • couple • nz
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • au
7
Should have offered more for price point.
Pros:

Was clean and easy.

Cons:

Robes, had marks on them, stairs right at entrance of lodge made transporting bags up hard. For the price point felt like it could have been better.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • nz
9
Beautiful location and accommodation, very conveniently located between Queenstown and Cromwell.
Pros:

Gibbston Valley is a beautiful location and the spacious, well-appointed villas are positioned to capture views and sunshine. The lodge itself has a great aesthetic vibe and staff are friendly and professional.

Cons:

We had high expectations of the lodge restaurant and while many dishes were delicious, the food quality was not consistent - good flavours but some dishes not well executed.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Justine • couple • nz
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Adeena • couple • au
10
Perfect little getaway
Pros:

Our stay at Gibbston Valley Lodge was exceptional. Our lodge was incredibly comfortable, clean, and perfect for a romantic getaway. We did the full wine and cave tour, which was very impressive and like something I have never seen before. The restaurant delivered delicious food with a detail to every dish.
Lastly, each and every staff member were very kind and welcoming. Thank you to you all- we will definitely be back!

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee