From boutique inner-city stays to iconic luxury lodges(opens in new window), New Zealand offers elevated stays, curated moments and genuinely warm hospitality. Open year-round, luxury accommodation should be booked six to nine months in advance, particularly during the busy summer season (December – February). Your clients can enjoy exclusive independent properties and renowned brands including Park Hyatt and Rosewood, along with MICHELIN Key(opens in new window) and Condé Nast Traveller Gold List recognised hotels. We’ve highlighted four luxury properties from across New Zealand – you can find even more on our consumer website, newzealand.com(opens in new window).

The Hotel Britomart, Auckland

In the heart of downtown Auckland, mere minutes from the city's waterfront, The Hotel Britomart(opens in new window) cleverly combines eco-credentials – it's New Zealand's first 5 Green Star hotel – with luxury and thoughtful comfort. It's One MICHELN Key status denotes this boutique hotel as a "very special stay" with your clients able to choose between five different room types and a collection of just five suites.

• Dine: the hotel's restaurant kingi(opens in new window) has been given a MICHELIN Selected distinction and celebrates local, seasonal and sustainably caught kai moana (seafood)
• Do: The Hotel Britomart has partnered with Velskov to offer a half-day Nourishing Nature(opens in new window) small group experience where your clients can forage for herbs within a native forest and co-cook lunch over an open fire
• Get there: centrally located in downtown Auckland, staying at The Hotel Britomart means your clients will be within walking distance of some of the city’s best shopping and dining. If arriving from an international flight, the hotel is 30 minutes' drive from Auckland Airport

Huka Lodge, Taupō

Founded in 1924 on the banks of the Waikato River, Huka Lodge(opens in new window) is well-deserving of its reputation as one of New Zealand's most celebrated luxury lodges. With its timeless design, extensive grounds, collection of 20 suites and two owners' residences and tranquil spa, it's easy to see why global figures including Queen Elizabeth II have chosen to stay at this Two MICHELIN Key property.

• Dine: a full breakfast, pre-dinner drinks and canapés and a gourmet four-course dinner paired with premium wines from the wine cellar are all included with your client’s stay at Huka Lodge
• Do: with a heated swimming pool, private guided yoga, tennis courts and riverfront fly fishing your clients may never want to leave Huka Lodge – should they wish to venture further, staff can arrange almost any activity from heli-flights to lake cruises
• Get there: fly direct from Auckland to Taupō Airport (55 minutes) then take advantage of Huka Lodge’s complimentary car transfers; helicopter transfers are also available from Auckland, Wellington and Rotorua at an additional cost

ROKI Collection, Queenstown

Immersed in the heart of Queenstown, the all-suite ROKI Collection(opens in new window) delivers sophisticated urban luxury on the shores of Lake Whakatipu. Calm, elegant hospitality is matched by breathtaking lake and mountain views from each of the one to seven-bedroom suites and the dedicated wellness sanctuary and access to the house car in the evenings for pick up and drop off into town are thoughtful extras.

• Dine: savour a modern fine dining experience through à la carte and tasting menus at Essence(opens in new window), the only Two MICHELIN Star restaurant in New Zealand. There are three additional dining venues on-site as well as complimentary pre-dinner canapés between 5-6pm each evening
• Do: the hotel’s concierge team is always on hand to design bespoke experiences. Alternatively, your clients can hit the green at Millbrook Resort Golf Course(opens in new window), home to the New Zealand Open, or embark on a guided private wine tasting tour with Alpine Luxury Tours(opens in new window) 
• Get there: ROKI Collection is 20 minutes' drive from Queenstown Airport which is well connected by domestic flights across New Zealand as well as direct flights from Australia’s eastern seaboard

The Lindis Lodge, Waitaki 

Experience high-country living at The Lindis Lodge(opens in new window), tucked within the Ahuriri Valley. Awarded Two MICHELIN Keys, expect an exceptional stay hallmarked by space, comfort and modern luxury, whether checked in to a suite within the main lodge or an architecturally striking "pod" a stone's throw away. Guests must be 12 years or older unless your clients book the lodge on an exclusive use basis.

• Dine: menus centre around locally sourced, sustainably caught and garden harvested ingredients. Daily breakfast, lunch, pre-dinner drinks and canapés and multi-course dinner are all included, with private dining experiences like the Black Diamond BBQ Lunch(opens in new window) available at cost
• Do: complimentary activities include scenic walking trails and soaks in the outdoor hot tub with horse trekking, fly fishing, stargazing and self-guided e-biking also available for an additional price. It’s recommended to book experiences prior to arrival
• Get there: travel by car from Queenstown (2 hours, 23 minutes) or arrange for helicopter transfers from Queenstown, Wānaka or Christchurch

Luxury in New Zealand is defined by meaningful connections to nature, people and place. From authentic cultural encounters and restorative wellness experiences to trying world-class food and wine – appealing to 85% of visitors coming to New Zealand – bespoke journeys reveal the country through rare access, genuine connection and exceptional care. Complete the Luxury Course in the 100% Pure New Zealand Specialist Programme(opens in new window) which includes three suggested luxury itineraries ranging from 7-14 days.

Food & beverage

New Zealand has a strong reputation for producing world-class food and wine and in June 2026 this was recognised by the esteemed MICHELIN Guide(opens in new window) with 110 restaurants across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown receiving MICHELIN Star, Bib Gourmand or MICHELIN Selected distinctions. This marked the guide's first-ever expansion into Oceania. 

Pair restaurant visits with private winery experiences like Craggy Range's Giants Estate Experience(opens in new window), where your clients will be guided through an immersive tasting of rare vintages and bottles from the renowned Prestige Collection. Or book a premium "destination dining" experience such as the Mountain Kitchen Lunch(opens in new window) at Minaret Station, combining a scenic helicopter flight with an exclusive multi-course gourmet lunch surrounded by the jaw dropping Southern Alps (available year-round).

Nature & adventure

Experiencing spectacular natural landscapes is the top reason visitors want to visit New Zealand – and your clients can do so in comfort, style and luxury. Explore the untouched wilderness of Fiordland National Park on foot, by jet boat and via helicopter during a multi-day walking adventure with the Hollyford Wilderness Experience(opens in new window). Included are nights in an ensuite room at two private lodges and chef-prepared meals with premium beverages every evening. 

Swap the ngāhere (forest) for the ocean when you book your clients a half-day, whole day or multi-day luxury catamaran charter or private tour with Silver Wave Yacht Charters(opens in new window). They'll sail the crystal-clear waters, hidden coves and dramatic coastlines of the Bay of Islands on a journey shaped around their interests, schedule and preferred travelling pace.

Wellness

Wellness in New Zealand can be experienced through the lens of te ao Māori, a holistic approach that nurtures mind, body and spirit through a connection to nature and culture. Immersive and experiential, luxury wellness experiences throughout the motu (country) will leave your clients feeling renewed and refreshed. 

On the shores of Lake Rotorua, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa(opens in new window) is a premier Māori cultural wellness destination where geothermal bathing and luxury spa experiences are guided by the healing traditions of local iwi (tribe) Ngāti Whakaue. Travel south to the Nelson Tasman region and Maruia River Retreat(opens in new window), a private wellness resort where everything from the digital detox villas and nourishing meals to the heated magnesium pool and hot tub surrounded by nature are designed to be immersive and restorative.