Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Wakatipu, Blanket Bay offers guests a relaxing hot tub and rooms with lovely lake views. Breakfast, dinner and Wi-Fi are included. Start your day with a delicious breakfast including bacon, eggs, muesli, cereals and freshly-made muffins. Changing daily, the tempting dinner menu can include roasted beef fillet and Thai carrot and coconut soup. Pre-dinner drinks are also included and range from fine New Zealand wines and spirits. Free bikes and kayaks are available for those seeking an adventure. In the evening, you can enjoy a game of billiards with friends or relax beside the warming fireplace. The front desk can arrange mountain bike tours, jet boating and Milford Sound tours. Blanket Bay Glenorchy is 3 minutes’ drive from the town centre. Queenstown is 35 minutes’ drive away and Wanaka is 90 minutes’ drive. All air-conditioned accommodation features an iPod dock, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each has a private bathroom with a double vanity, a bathtub, slippers, and fluffy bathrobes. The suites boast a cosy fireplace.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Blanket Bay has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 19 Sept 2013.

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Glenorchy
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  • Jeremy
    AustraliaAustralia
    Everything was perfect! The location and staff were unbelievable
  • Crystal
    SingaporeSingapore
    Wonderful team of staff who understands hospitality at its heart, and the best kitchen team I’ve ever encountered in a property. Kudos to Chef Callum for feeding us on both nights, you have spoiled us indeed! Big thank you to Deb and Raphael, for...
  • Julia
    AustraliaAustralia
    Everything - it was truly faultless! the staff were incredibly professional, nothing was too much and they ensured our stay was perfect. thank you!
  • Pete
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Great food and wine. A big beautiful suite. Attentive service. What more could you ask for.
  • Peter
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Food at every service was outstanding, as were the staff, absolutely professional and caring without being 'stuffy'.
  • Jim
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Everything. Even after careful thought my girlfriend and I could not find fault
  • Bodhi
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    The location/amazing views 5 course dinner Lovely hospitality, very welcoming Spacious room and bathroom
  • Mike
    AustraliaAustralia
    There was absolutely nothing to dislike...could not fault one point. This is not a resort...its a complete and holistic experience. we were spirited into another world from the time we arrived to the time we left. So proud as NZers, of such an...
  • Wee
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Food fantastic, room immaculate, wonderful scenery, excellent service!

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hi What time is check in & check out please. Cheers Bill

    Good Morning Bill. Thank you for your message. Rooms and Suites can be guaranteed for a 15h00 check-in and we ask that guests vacate their Room / Suite by 11h00 on the day of departure. Please let us know if you have any further questions.
    Answered on 13 April 2021
  • Do you have twin rooms please

    Yes, all rooms and suites here at the Lodge can be configured as twin. Please mention it at the time of booking or leading up to your stay, prior to arrival, where possible and we will be happy to arrange this.
    Answered on 17 January 2022
  • Can we come here to dine without booking a room? Thanks

    Thank you for your enquiry and for thinking of Blanket Bay. Dining at Blanket Bay is reserved for our in-house guests only. We are fully booked through to the end of the year. If your schedule allows we would be happy to discuss the availability 2023
    Answered on 21 November 2022

Property surroundings *

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Facilities of Blanket Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Restaurant
Spa and wellness centre
Facilities for disabled guests
Fitness centre
Beachfront
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Lockers
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Packed lunches
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool cover
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    Sustainable initiatives

    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

    House rules

    Blanket Bay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 years are welcome.

    Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 10 and older are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Cash Blanket Bay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    FAQs about Blanket Bay

    • Room options at Blanket Bay include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Bungalow

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Blanket Bay.

    • Yes, Blanket Bay is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Blanket Bay on this page.

    • Guests staying at Blanket Bay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free

    • Blanket Bay is 1.3 miles from the centre of Glenorchy.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Blanket Bay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Blanket Bay has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Blanket Bay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Body scrub
      • Beach
      • Horse riding
      • Walking tours
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Swimming Pool
      • Facial treatments
      • Bike tours
      • Spa facilities
      • Bicycle rental
      • Beauty Services
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Yoga classes
      • Body treatments
      • Body wrap
      • Fitness
      • Steam room

    • The prices at Blanket Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.