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Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Gibbston, Otago, New Zealand · Independent · High Luxury
Opened in December 2019, the lodge is an extension of the historic Gibbston Valley Winery, which was established in the early 1980s as a pioneer of Central Otago winemaking. The property was designed to provide a luxury residential feel within the vines, featuring architecture that incorporates local schist stone to reflect the rugged Kawarau Gorge landscape. It serves as a central hub for the region's wine tourism and is situated directly on the Queenstown Trail network.
- 24 rooms
- Opened 2019
- Neighborhood: Gibbston Highway
- Rooms from 700 sq ft (65 m²)
About Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
- MICHELIN gave it a One Key rating in 2025.
- The lodge runs two restaurants and a working wine cave built into the original 1980s winery.
- Entry-level rooms start at 700 sq ft (65 m²).
History
Opened in December 2019, the lodge is an extension of the historic Gibbston Valley Winery, which was established in the early 1980s as a pioneer of Central Otago winemaking. The property was designed to provide a luxury residential feel within the vines, featuring architecture that incorporates local schist stone to reflect the rugged Kawarau Gorge landscape. It serves as a central hub for the region's wine tourism and is situated directly on the Queenstown Trail network.
Restaurants and bars
- The Lodge Restaurant at Gibbston Valley — Restaurant · New Zealand
- Gibbston Valley Wood-Fired Kitchen - Fumé — Restaurant · Pizza
Experiences
- Cave dinners in Gibbston Valley's wine cave — Degustation dinners for small groups or candle-lit dinners for two in the wine cave, among French oak barrels of ageing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Amenities
- Full-service vinotherapy spa and sauna
- On-site winery, wine cave, and tasting room
- Two fine-dining restaurants (The Lodge and The Winery Restaurant)
- 24-hour fitness center and hot tubs
- Complimentary evening wine tastings and bike rentals
- Secluded private villas with vineyard views and fireplaces
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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