Luxury Lodges

New Zealand's luxury lodges are where elegance meets the breathtaking beauty of Aotearoa's landscapes. Our coverage of these lodges highlights the finest accommodations the country has to offer.
Review: Otahuna Lodge, Canterbury
The Life Free

Review: Otahuna Lodge, Canterbury

It's like stepping into a noble English country estate suspended in time and space.

Cécile Meier 22 Oct 2023
Kauri Cliffs – the ultimate hideaway, even for non-golfers
The Life Free

Kauri Cliffs – the ultimate hideaway, even for non-golfers

Life's not fair sometimes. Like when our stay at this paradise came to an end.

Matt Martel 17 Sep 2023
New operator for Robertson Lodges
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New operator for Robertson Lodges

Luxury hotel and resort operator Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is taking over the management of Robertson Lodges’ three properties in New Zealand.From Dec 1, the lodges will be called Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers and Rosewood Matakauri.It is the first time Hong Kon...

Staff reporters 12 Sep 2023
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers – rural luxe, par excellence
The Life Free

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers – rural luxe, par excellence

There may be times you think you’ve taken a wrong turn. Persist.