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Reviews of Kinross Boutique Vineyard Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

2300 Gibbston Highway, 9371 Gibbston, New Zealand

#3 of 4 hotels in Gibbston

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 220 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free Wifi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    9.0
    Very enjoyable break/stay to celebrate 75th birthday. Would recommend to friends and family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    on check out left premises about 9.45 am and office not yet open, so let key in lock box , but unable to check and verify account before leaving so will have to chase up a receipt. Also not able to advise staff of a minor issue re bedding arrangements, had requested single beds, but found large king size bed.

    Nice clean and tidy well presented cottage. Good facilities . Excellent wine tasting experience. Good area to walk around to view magnificent views and take magic photographs of scenery. Bonus hot tub to relax in and very handy to cottage we stayed in (Pisa 1).

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The takeaway food from the Bistro was not so impressive.

    The setting was beautiful. 45 minutes of five local wine tastings are included. We were also able to book their outdoor hot tub for one hour with no extra charge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    10
    You won’t be disappointed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful location, and the wine tasting was great too! You can taste the wines from their partner vineyards.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The customer is not the focus.....

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    10
    Really lovely place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Lovely room. Very spacious and the best bed ever!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    9.0
    An excellent base among the vines to explore central Otago
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Proper cutlery was missing, but was supplied when staff was notified.

    The staff and the location are great. We also enjoyed the wine tasting upon arrival. Seeing the ducks and rabbits roaming the property was fun.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    10
    Stunning location. Great food, wine and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    A beautiful place to stay. Loved everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    9.0
    would do it again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    lack of restaurant options nearby for dinner

    peacefulness of being on a vineyard

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2024

    9.0
    Happiness amidst the ines
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It's a pity that the bistro closes so early in the evening, closing at 1630, which drives you off-site for supper.

    We spent two nights here and loved it. The B&B cottages are distributed across the grounds at the Kinross Vineyard, with delightful views across the vines and valley to the mountains beyond. it's an extremely attractive and restful setting. We were about 80 yards from the bistro for breakfast. The cottages have lovely verandahs for sitting out and also provide picnic rugs for use on the lawns. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious, beautifully presented and serviced daily. The capacious shower was excellent. The bed was so comfortable that the first night I slept for an unbroken 8 hours, most unusual at my age. The complementary tutored wine tasting is outstanding, covering a range of first class wines, including the internationally renowned Valli Gibbston and the Wild Irishman (4 times winners of the world Pinot Noir ranking) The greatest strength of Kinross is the staff - young, cheerful, infectiously enthusiastic, and in the case of those promoting the wines (Caera and Clio), professional, knowledgeable and utterly charming.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was not worth the extra price - the buffet was a bit sparse for the cost ($20/pp). The property is right by the road, so you can hear passing cars on the highway (not super loud, but audible). The hot tub, which we paid extra for, was not hot. We tried adding extra water as they instructed, but it didn’t really make an impact.

    The Kinross Hotel was located perfectly within the wine region of Gibbston valley - giving you equal access to the many wineries surrounding it (as well, of course, to the one on their property. The grounds were beautiful: plenty of spaces to relax outside - on picnic tables, bean bags, etc. - room to explore the grounds that were replete with bunnies, ducks, and other birds. Their dinner (which you need to book ahead of time - by 4:30!) was delicious with a bottle of their wine (which you need to purchase from your room!). The room was very spacious, if a bit sparsely furnished (especially the bathroom). Overall, definitely recommend though!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    9.0
    Probably needed more than a night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Limited menu and opening on bistro. Pizza was pricey. We were only there for one night so probably didn’t get the best out of the property

    Huge cottage. Very good bath/shower Wine tasting included. Picnic blanket. You could stroll the vines.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed wasn't very comfortable. It could only be us, but the mattress was too soft.

    Our room (pond 1) was very spacious with all the necessarystuff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2024

    10
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Yum. Coffee good too

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable and staff were very helpful. Loved the rabbits and dog presence.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small areas in cottage had wear and tear. Bathroom was average but perfectly fine.

    Beds were excellent. Staff were excellent. Food and wine fantastic. Great views and grounds.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful Views, Great Wine and Relaxing Sounds of Nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Disliked · The rooms are not very sound proof, they are 2 separate rooms joined in the middle, but also had an internal access door, assuming for if someone needed both rooms. The door has quite a big gab under it and we could hear our neighbouring guest a little too clearly.

    Liked · Location was beautiful! The European buffet breakfast was great, small selection but very flavourful! Staff and other guest were pleasant. Wine tasting is a must do and the hot tub was great on a clear night, lots of nature about.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel is absolutely stunning, had an amazing time!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Honestly can't think of anything.

    Beautiful cabins and atmosphere. Lively to sit out side in the grass and relax. Throughly enjoyed or time there.. Just what we needed as a new couple starting our next chapter together. Quiet and mostly private. We could talk and enjoy our surroundings and each others company.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extremely friendly staff. We enjoyed the complimentary wine tasting and learnt a lot about the region.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2023

    10
    Great room, slight traffic noise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You can just hear the traffic on the road with the windows shut.

    Wonderful location in the vineyard, large room and large comfy bed. Clean, large bathroom. Parking. Lovely staff. Milk provided. Can wander the vineyard. Wine tasting included with room booking.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good

    Location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2023

    10
    Beautiful, calm, relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Vineyard View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bar closed really early at 5.30pm which seemed nuts as it was a lovely evening

    It was lovely and an extra bonus of Free Wine tasting

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    10
    Very enjoyable, extremely comfortable with an excellent free wine tasting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Location, environment, well appointed kitchen area, clean, spacious and good heating system.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location, great open bar/restaurant area and really friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing comes to mind. We really enjoyed our stay - the pizza's by the open fire were amazing!

    It was such a great bonus having the wine tasting included in our stay. The rooms were really big and they had everything we needed.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    9.0
    Classy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful setting, convenient location. Spacious cottages, lovely comfy beds and linen. Great wines and information. Breakfast superb! All the staff are very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

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