Plan a Romantic Stay in Queenstown

Whether you’re planning a New Zealand honeymoon in Queenstown, marking a special occasion, or simply taking a break to reconnect and recharge, we’ve selected a whole range of luxury and affordable romantic accommodation experiences to choose from. Make time for each other and fully immerse yourself in Queenstown's mountain splendour.

Romantic Accommodation in Queenstown

This guide to romantic accommodation in Queenstown shows you the sheer variety of memorable places to stay. From cosy retreats in intimate settings, to eco-retreats with a wellness focus, every place is unique, yet wherever you go, you’re guaranteed a warm Queenstown welcome, stunning scenic views, and an experience to remember.  

Luxury Lakeside Resorts

• Eichardt’s Private Hotel combines goldfield history with relaxed luxury and waterfront lake views in the heart of Queenstown. The penthouse is the spot for truly special occasions, with Queenstown’s largest private rooftop terrace, a sauna, hot tub, pool, and outdoor fireplace.
• Blanket Bay Luxury Lodge in Glenorchy is an alpine lodge in a magical lakeside setting with spectacular views of the mountains. Snuggle up by the huge schist fireplace and enjoy exceptional food, before relaxing in your room with a roaring fire and treats.
• Stoneridge Estate combines five-star luxury and fine dining with medieval-inspired architecture to create a fantasy retreat on the shores of Lake Hayes. The beautiful grounds include water gardens, a private vineyard, and an art gallery.

Boutique Hotels with Panoramic Views

• Kamana Lakehouse offers boutique Scandi-style charm perched high above Lake Whakatipu, with the most romantic private hot tubs. Trip Advisor Traveler Choice Awards 2024 voted Nest Kitchen + Bar at the hotel one of the top places in the world for date night.
• Relax in the buzz and bustle of Queenstown at Hotel St Moritz. Explore the stylish art-filled spaces, with excellent food, comfortable suites, and hot tubs nestled in native plantings, all overlooking the lake with an unbeatable view of the Remarkables mountain range.
• Heritage Queenstown offers affordable comfort and a dress circle view of the Remarkables. You’re close to central Queenstown in a European style alpine lodge surrounded by bush. Enjoy open fires and a sauna in winter and al fresco dining on broad terraces in summer.

Cosy Bed & Breakfasts

• The Dairy is a stylish, small hotel in an old 1920s dairy. Relax in the library with a board game, soak in the outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the Remarkables, or sip a pre-dinner drink by the fire admiring the ornate decor, before heading into Queenstown for the evening. 
• Hulbert House is an intimate, boutique hotel experience in a restored Victorian villa near central Queenstown. Luxurious linens, morning tea treats, and pre-dinner drinks and canapes, all make you feel like an indulged guest in a luxurious private home.
• Arrowtown House Boutique Hotel is a few minutes stroll from Arrowtown’s historic high-street. Relax in your spacious bedroom after exploring the delights of this romantic village, or enjoy breakfast, or homemade cake and coffee while watching tui in the trees outside.

Private Villas, Historic Cottages, and Glamping

• Queenstown private accommodation specialists MajorDomo and Touch of Spice have the pick of private Queenstown retreats on their books. Choose from architect designed lakeside retreats, a lodge with butler, chef, and sommelier, or picture-perfect rural cottages.
• The Paradise Trust offers rustic backcountry huts and historic cottages in beech forests and mountain meadows. This may not be five-star, but the off-grid romance is unparalleled with wood-fired outdoor baths and pizza ovens, bird song in the day and the Milky Way at night.
• For a camping experience out of the ordinary and secluded charm off the beaten track, try the Luna Retreat Dome set in private woodland near the Moonlight Track, or Glam Camping Queenstown for dome tents nestled on the hillside above Moke Lake.

Eco-lodges for Nature-loving Couples

• Kinloch Wilderness Retreat’s cosy wooden eco-cabins with views of the river are perfect for you if you love outdoor adventuring and spectacular wild surroundings. You’re close to Lake Rere, the Routeburn, Caples, and Greenstone tracks, as well as many shorter hikes.
• The mind and body experiences of Aro Hā are second only to its awe-inspiring setting. Try yoga, hiking, long soaks in the pool surrounded by mountain peaks, and nourishing food in this beautiful retreat built on NetZero energy, Passivhaus, and permaculture principles.
• The Sherwood team repurposed an old motor lodge into an eco-chic food and wellness haven. Comfortable bedrooms combine original 80s fittings with handcrafted touches to stylish effect. Expect excellent seasonal food, local wine and beer, regular gigs and events.

Best Places to Stay for Romantic Experiences

Queenstown hosts understand the importance of privacy, indulgent in-room amenities, and personalised services. Many places offer special packages and experiences for honeymooners and couples on romantic getaways.

Queenstown Accommodation with Private Hot Tubs or Spa Baths

• Azur Lodge is on a secluded hilltop above Queenstown. Their indulgent honeymoon suite has an outdoor terrace and hot tub, vast floor-to-ceiling windows with jaw dropping lake vistas, and your own fireplace to snuggle up by (if you can tear yourself away from the view).
• The six-star Carlin’s luxury suites have private decks, each with a hot-tub and a gas fireplace. You could spend your entire stay soaking in  your tub, making the most of your private front-row seat to the glorious theatre of Lake Whakatipu and the Remarkables.
• For affordable romance, Driftaway Holiday Park offers snug, wooden cabins overlooking the lake. Book a private hot tub at sunset and bring your own playlist of meaningful music, for an experience that’s every bit as memorable and intimate as a luxury hotel.

Queenstown Accommodation with Couple’s Spa Treatments

• Stay at Millbrook Resort and book the dual room at their day spa for a massage together, or try their package for two with a full body steam exfoliation followed by a massage and  facial. Afterwards stroll the grounds, play golf, or simply relax at one of the resort eateries.
• Hilton Queenstown Resort and Spa offers large lakefront rooms with king-size beds and a private hot tub overlooking the lake. To unwind even more, head along to Eforea Spa and book into a couple’s suite for body scrubs, wraps, and massages.
• Book a sunny villa in the Gibbston Valley Lodge organic vineyard. Relax with a couple’s massage or a vinotherapy facial treatment at the on-site spa, then sample their trail-blazing Pinot Noir and indulge in the degustation menu at their excellent restaurant.

Queenstown Accommodation with Cosy Fires & Scenic Views

• The Spire’s Hotel’s opulent suites have their own fireplaces. Enjoy the flickering flames as you soak in your ensuite bathtub, sip a glass of local Pinot on your balcony, then book a table at in-house restaurant Tamarind byNo5 Church Lane for cocktails and modern Indian African cuisine.
• Stay cosy in the Rees Hotel’s luxury apartments. A fireplace set in a dramatic stone feature wall warms the space, while incredible views from the balconies overlooking Lake Whakatipu warm your soul. Sample the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, impressive wine cellar, and library.
• The Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel feels secluded amidst greenery. Take in the views to the Remarkables or the outlook to Bob’s Peak over pre-dinner drinks and canapes. The spacious Junior and Tower Suites combine sleek contemporary style with cosy fires.

Queenstown Accommodation with Private Dining

• Order delicious cuisine from Millbrook Resort’s restaurants in the comfort of your room. Millbrook’s in-room dining menu features a selection of hearty favourites including pizza, pasta, burgers, and smoked meats from Smithies Smoke House.
• QT Queenstown take romantic getaways seriously, so it’s no surprise that their room service is on point too. They’ll bring you a breakfast with everything from local sausages to waffles, cheese and charcuterie, a selection of mains, and even mix you a cocktail in your room.
• Azur Lodge’s villas each have a private deck, and a bathtub set in a bay window overlooking the lake. Throw open the windows for an indoor/outdoor experience while you bathe, then order dinner to be delivered to your villa for a quiet evening together.

Queenstown Romance through the Seasons

Queenstown exudes romance whatever the weather. Whether you’re seeking a snug après ski bolt hole or a breezy summer basecamp, finding romantic accommodation to suit the season in Queenstown is a breeze.

Cosy Winter Retreats with Snowcapped Mountain Views

• Looking for refined French style in the centre of Queenstown? The Sofitel does impeccable classic French luxury, heavy drapes, sumptuous linen, and curvaceous furniture inspired by the baroque lines of Louis XIV, all with views over Cecil Peak and the Remarkables.
• Rosewood Matakauri is a hillside oasis overlooking Walter Peak, Cecil Peak and the Remarkables. Wrap up in a blanket and sit out on your private terrace with a wine, before wandering down for dinner sourced locally and from the lodge kitchen garden.
• The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp has cosy cabins inspired by mountaineers’ huts. Beds are layered with high thread count sheets and wool blankets, and log burners make sure that even when you wake up to snowcapped mountains, you’ll be snug inside.

Romantic Summer Accommodation with Spaces to Lounge Outdoors

• Wander around the stunning grounds around Kinross Vineyard Cottages. You’re welcomed with a bottle of bubbles or a local Pinot, so have a champagne picnic among the vines, play pétanque, or soak up the stunning night sky from the outdoor hot tub.
• The Cottages at Lake Hayes welcome you with wine, chocolate, and flowers. Relax on the comfortable patios, stroll by the lake, or take your glass of wine out to the communal Pinot Pit at night to enjoy the breathtaking stars. Some cottages have a private hot tub.

Stay Longer to Experience More Queenstown Romance

Book a longer stay to experience all the wonderful things Queenstown has to offer. We’ve several itineraries for couples, including six days of making memories together, and this romantic Glenorchy idyll. Staying longer also allows you to make the most of your hot tub, fireplace, room-service menu and to soak up the views. And if you’re in town longer than four nights, it’s always worth asking if there are any long-stay packages.