Eichardt's Private Hotel

Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand
5 Rooms
Contemporary Classic & Quiet
Eichardt’s Private Hotel was established during the gold rush days of the 1860s, and was, at the time, Queenstown’s premier lodging. Of course, that was a long time ago, and in the intervening years hard times befell the property. By 1999 it was nothing more than a slightly tacky pub — and then came the flood, the final indignity.

It’s little more than a cliché than every setback is an opportunity in disguise — but in this case, it happens to be true. Eichardt’s, a pale and waterlogged shadow of its former self, was rescued and rehabilitated by its new manager, Victoria Shaw. The result is a delightful small hotel, perhaps owing equally to its auspicious location and to the unique qualifications of Ms. Shaw, who just happens to have been raised at the Martinborough homestead that was to become the renowned Wharehaukau Lodge.

“Exclusive” only hints at the atmosphere here — this is a property of just five luxury suites, and is priced out of the range of most of Queenstown's backpackers and ski bums. Eichardt’s is an almost painfully stylish hotel, the rooms richly decorated and comfortably appointed, boasting wood-burning fireplaces and super-king beds with possum-skin throws. The views of Lake Wakatipu are astonishing, and Queenstown's location makes for winter skiing in the Remarkables and summertime watersports on the lakefront. In fact Queenstown is something of an all-weather tourist mecca, with no shortage of lodgings — but even against stiff competition, Eichardt’s is the best five rooms in town.

How to get there:
From Christchurch International Airport guests take a 45-minute flight to Queenstown. From Queenstown Airport it’s a 10 minute drive to Eichardt’s. Alternatively, guests can take the 5–6-hour drive from Christchurch International Airport. Helicopter transfers are also available from Christchurch.

Location

Eichardt's Private Hotel
Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand

Guest Score & Reviews

Scores are on a 20-point scale, from verified guest reviews. The quality score helps ensure that our selection stays fresh and vital.

Julia
Stayed over two years ago

Just perfect. Certainly one of the best quality hotels in New Zealand, and one of our top 10 in the world. Just loved it.

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Don
Stayed over two years ago

The staff are well trained and friendly. Service is absolutely flawless. The staff really make you feel welcome.

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Melody
Stayed over two years ago

Amazing, amazing service, gorgeous room, perfectly cozy little bar downstairs for a cocktail/bite, and a beautiful parlor with complementary Glenlivet :-) Every element of my stay was perfect!

preston
Stayed over two years ago

The best place I have ever stayed at!!!!

16

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