Exclusive Escape: Azur Lodge - Queenstown, New Zealand
Escape to Azur Lodge, a chic retreat outside of Queenstown, where you can be as active or as laid-back as you want. It’s close enough to the action of Queenstown, only about a 5 minute drive, but far enough to feel like you’re in your own little mountain hideaway. This luxury lodge is perfect for honeymooners and couples. The hospitable staff treat you like a long-lost friend and make you feel like you’re at home... a much nicer one that is.
Room Tour
Nine standalone villas cascade down the hillside backing Lake Wakatipu. The villas are thoughtfully positioned to have dreamy views of the brilliant blue lake, with no neighbors in sight. Enjoy cheeky champagne breakfasts and candlelit dinners in your expansive room or on your private patio. Relax by the cozy fireplace while sipping some local Pinot Noir or Chardonnay.
Unwind in the sunken bathtub next wall-to-wall windows that open up to the fresh mountain air. Even better, wait until late night, and shut off all of the lights for some stargazing straight from your tub.
Lodge Details // Signature In-Room Dining
In addition to the 9 villas, you’ll find a main lodge building housing a sophisticated reception area, a library, kitchen, and dining room. After your day filled with exploring, pop over to this communal space for some complimentary canapés and cocktails. Ask the concierge to arrange dinner for you while you have delightful conversations with like-minded guests. Though Azur does not offer dinner onsite, their take on in-room dining is pretty special. They have a large portfolio of take-out menus from some of the hottest restaurants in town. A staff member will order your meal, pick it up downtown, and will have it elegantly plated in your private villa. Why change into tight jeans when you can dine in your sweats?
Things to Do
Though it’s tough to leave your room, it’s worth it to explore Queenstown, one of the adventure capitals of the world. Here are the top things to do -
Book an epic helicopter excursion with Over the Top helicopters
Hit the water: go rafting, kayaking, jet boating, and canyoning
Go hiking, biking or e-biking, quadding, 4 wheel driving, luging, and zip lining
Check skydiving or bungy jumping off your bucket list
Cruise in the majestic Milford or Doubtful Sound
Relax at Onsen Hot Pools
For the foodies, visit wineries, farms, and specialty shops
Fulfill hobbies like fishing, golfing, and horseback riding
Location // How to Get There
Azur Lodge is located in Sunshine Bay, New Zealand, just a few minutes from downtown Queenstown and 20 minutes from Queenstown Airport. Azur provides complimentary, on-demand transfers from both downtown and the airport. Feel free to self drive if you are renting a vehicle; parking is free.
Adventure awaits.
xx Kathryn