“The Rees Hotel offers comprehensive luxury. Smart rooms are spacious and contemporary in design with floor to ceiling windows and indulgent bathrooms. With a range of wellness therapies, grand lakeside views and fine dining (complete with a choice selection of wines), this is a chic stay.”

Hotel review


Recommended for

  • City Style

    • While on the outskirts, the hotel is excellently linked to the city and is certainly one of its most stylish establishments
  • Total relaxation

    • Primed for relaxation with excellent service, the highest quality fixtures and fittings and luxury complementaries
  • Families

    • Family rooms and services are available to ensure a relaxing stay for the whole family
  • Birdwatching

    • The lake front reserve is committed to a programe intended to promote the attraction and flourishing of local birds at the site
  • Outstanding location

    • 6 miles from the city centre, the location offers easy access to both the beautiful surrounding countryside and the city itself
  • Trekking

    • Excellent walks and treks are available nearby, staff will be happy to assist in finding the best ones for each guest
  • Restaurant

    • The excellent True South Restaurant boasts excellent and extensive wine and dining options in cosy elegance
  • Good wine list

    • Extensive wine cellar holding excellent wines from New Zealand wineries and around the world
  • Yoga

    • Sessions with yoga and wellness coach Paula Cronin are available at all levels and ability
  • Hills & mountains

    • Enjoy sumptious views over The Remarkables from the hotel's balconies and sweeping windows
  • Child friendly

    • Kids menu, TV channels and games/toys available to keep the little ones entertained
  • Spa

    • Spa servicies available in-room, as well as a range of facial and body treatments
  • Skiing

    • The hotel boasts a ski school programme, a pass vendor and equipment hire
  • Artworks

    • The hotel's 7 floors are home to fine artworks, displayed throughout
  • Literary

    • The library is home to various rare and sought-after books
  • Cycling

    • Bike tours can be arranged from the tour desk at cost
  • Lakeside

    • Constructed by the shores of Lake Wakatipu
  • Fishing

    • Fishing available at the lake on-site
  • Airport

    • 2.5 miles from Queenstown Airport
  • Wedding license

    • Bridal suite on-site
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Gym

  • Disabled access

  • Contemporary

  • Family Suites

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    155 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    The excellent True South Restaurant boasts excellent and extensive wine and dining options in cosy elegance
  • Good wine list

    Extensive wine cellar holding excellent wines from New Zealand wineries and around the world
  • Child friendly

    Kids menu, TV channels and games/toys available to keep the little ones entertained
  • Spa

    Spa servicies available in-room, as well as a range of facial and body treatments
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

    Professional make-up services are available
  • Wedding license

    Bridal suite on-site
  • Airport transfer

    Available at cost
  • Bicycle hire

  • Babysitting

  • Library

  • No pets

  • Massage

  • Meeting Room

  • Laundry

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Views

  • Wifi

  • Gym

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Bar

  • Free wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Business Centre

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Parking

  • Family Suites

Activities

  • Birdwatching

    • The lake front reserve is committed to a programe intended to promote the attraction and flourishing of local birds at the site
  • Trekking

    • Excellent walks and treks are available nearby, staff will be happy to assist in finding the best ones for each guest
  • Yoga

    • Sessions with yoga and wellness coach Paula Cronin are available at all levels and ability
  • Skiing

    • The hotel boasts a ski school programme, a pass vendor and equipment hire
  • Cycling

    • Bike tours can be arranged from the tour desk at cost
  • Fishing

    • Fishing available at the lake on-site

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The Rees Hotel Queenstown, New Zealand

The Rees puts luxe on the lake in Queenstown, making it an unsurprising choice for celebrities and high-end travellers. The independent hotel prides itself on excellent service and offers a mix of apartments and suites with magnificent views.

Originally published by Telegraph Travel Online

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