New Zealand

Southern Alps and West Coast Hotels

Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki

Few places on Earth can match the unique natural and historical setting of Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki, set between the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea in the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area. The Lodge is landscaped into a lakeside clearing, surrounded by 1,000-year-old rainforest trees. It offers a high level of comfort in 24 attractive Rainforest Rooms and four luxury Riverview Rooms. The Moeraki Lounge, historic Red Dog Saloon, Riverview Restaurant and Moeraki Rapids Restaurant all look out across the Moeraki River. A gourmet meal and a relaxed drink from a surprisingly extensive wine list as you watch the river roll by and the trout jumping is a wonderful wilderness tonic in a hectic world. A team of nature guides from the Lodge will introduce you to the Southern Cross, Fiordland Crested penguins (June to December), fur and elephant seals, giant tame eels, unique birdlife and primeval forests. There is a constantly changing program of walking and canoe adventures organized by the Lodge. Tariff includes full breakfast, dinner, guided nature activities including ancient rainforest treefern walks, giant eel feeding, forest bird walks, canoe adventures and Southern Cross sky/Glow Worm walks.

from $452 per room

Bonus Offer: Stay 3 nights & receive a free half-day guided nature adventure

Breakers Seaside Lodge, Greymouth

The Breakers Seaside Lodge Bed & Breakfast is set on two acres of landscaped grounds, with outstanding views overlooking the Tasman Sea between Greymouth and the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki. Views of the sea are spectacular and sunsets seen from the balcony are truly memorable. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms and access to a balcony. There is direct access to Nine Mile Beach where you can “fossick” for Greenstone (Nephrite Jade), other semi precious stones and driftwood.

from $168 per room

Te Weheka, Fox Glacier

Te Weheka Inn is nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps on the awesome West Coast of New Zealand. Close by, the mighty Fox Glacier grinds seaward while the tranquil waters of Lake Matheson reflect the scenic wonder of the surrounding native bush, all part of nature’s grand scheme. The Inn provides a balance of luxury, privacy and location, while being only a short stroll to Fox Glacier village. Enjoy the beautifully appointed rooms or relax on the balcony of the upstairs lounge. Tariff includes a sumptuous breakfast.

from $253 per room

Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass

Nestled in mountain beech forest and surrounded by the Southern Alps, Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass offers comfort and warm hospitality in a stunning natural setting. The Lodge has 20 Mountain View rooms and four new luxury Alpine Lodges all with private facilities. The Mount Rolleston Restaurant provides panoramic views across the Alps along with superb food and an extensive wine list. With the resident lodge biologist and farmer, you will discover nature in the New Zealand mountains and experience life on this 6,000-acre property surrounded by Arthur’s Pass National Park. Every second day, you can muster merino sheep with border collie dogs and also help to blade shear their super fine wool which is destined for the Italian fashion market. One highlight of the Lodge is a constantly changing program of nature and farm adventures with skilled guides including lake canoe safaris, mountain wildlife, alpine flower trips and trout fishing. Tariff includes guided nature and farm activities, guided walks, farm discovery tour, merino sheep shearing, historical and music evenings, Southern Cross night sky walks and full breakfast and dinner daily.