Blanket Bay Hotel

Blanket Bay is situated just outside of Glenorchy, a small town at the northern head of Lake Wakatipu. Bordered on two sides by National Parks, the tiny village sits against a rugged high country, beautiful mountains, glacier-fed rivers, and ancient beech forests. It is here that Peter Jackson chose to film the epic movie trilogy, Lord of the Rings. Glenorchy is the jumping-off point for three of the most famous walking tracks in New Zealand (the Routeburn, the Greenstone/Caples, and the Rees/Dart). The Dart River is famous for its jet boat trips into the Mount Aspiring National Park.

Accommodation at Blanket Bay is provided in five intimate Lodge Rooms, three generous Lodge Suites in the main lodge, and four superb Chalet Suites, all filled with sumptuous furnishings elegant rugs. Natural materials are showcased throughout, echoing the Lodge's natural interaction with the environment. All rooms within the lodge are placed to take full advantage of the magnificent lake and mountain vistas.

The elegant Lake View Evening Dining Room with beamed ceiling and stone fireplace is where dinner is served on individual tables. For the more intimate occasion, the Wine Cave is a perfect venue for private dining and reserved for up to six people. Under a clear southern sky, The Terrace is a magnificent setting with the fire behind and the mountain and lake vistas unfolding around you. Blanket Bay is pleased to have Brendan Downer as their Executive Chef.

Swimming pool, steam rooms, fully equipped gym, game room, wine cave, speed boat, private jetty, and beach complement the extraordinary fishing, hiking, riding, and water sports activities. Try fishing the nearby Greenstone and Caples rivers, Heli excursions to Milford Sound, Jet boating, and canoeing the Dart river, along with extensive heli-skiing in the winter months. These are just a few of the possibilities. Blanket Bay Lodge sets a new standard in New Zealand's nature experience. Children under the age of ten years are not allowed in this resort.

Wellbeing - On the Lodge's lower ground level the Blanket Bay Spa features Therapy Suites, Steam Rooms, Gym and a Hot Tub with magnificent lake and mountain views. Whether you are looking for relaxation, re-invigoration or just some pampering, the long serving and talented therapist Yumi will provide a therapy that is perfect for you. Spa Therapies can be booked prior to your arrival.