Lodge Blanket Bay

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Rapid 4191 Glenorchy, 9350 Glenorchy, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 18 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.8
Exceptional
18 reviews

It was the best place we have been . The lodge is magnificent, the exterior with the best landscaping I’ve ever seen . Staff was just the perfect. Really . They anticipate what we needed and provided.

Anthony United States of America

Great food and wine. A big beautiful suite. Attentive service. What more could you ask for.

Pete New Zealand

Food at every service was outstanding, as were the staff, absolutely professional and caring without being 'stuffy'.

Peter New Zealand

Everything. Even after careful thought my girlfriend and I could not find fault

Jim New Zealand

The location/amazing views 5 course dinner Lovely hospitality, very welcoming Spacious room and bathroom

Bodhi New Zealand

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 amazing treasure.

Mike Australia

Food fantastic, room immaculate, wonderful scenery, excellent service!

Wee New Zealand

The atmosphere is relaxed. The team that look after you are delightful. The setting is stunning

Simone New Zealand

The food was amazing and the staff where friendly and very attentive. We felt very spoilt especially since it was a special occasion for us.

Michelle New Zealand

The service was excellent, we felt important, did appreciate the upgrade. No comparisons ( ha ha) quite different to Matakauri, due to the premium location of Blanket Bay, thanks.

Nitin New Zealand
9.8
Exceptional
18 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “It was the best place we have been . The lodge is magnificent, the exterior with the best landscaping I’ve ever seen . Staff was just the perfect. Really . They anticipate what we needed and provided.”
    Anthony Anthony United States of America United States of America
  • “Great food and wine. A big beautiful suite. Attentive service. What more could you ask for.”
    Pete Pete New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Food at every service was outstanding, as were the staff, absolutely professional and caring without being 'stuffy'.”
    Peter Peter New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Everything. Even after careful thought my girlfriend and I could not find fault”
    Jim Jim New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The location/amazing views 5 course dinner Lovely hospitality, very welcoming Spacious room and bathroom”
    Bodhi Bodhi New Zealand New Zealand
  • “There was absolutely nothing to dislike...could not fault one point. This is not a resort...its a complete and holistic experience.”
    Mike Mike Australia Australia
  • “Food fantastic, room immaculate, wonderful scenery, excellent service!”
    Wee Wee New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The atmosphere is relaxed. The team that look after you are delightful. The setting is stunning”
    Simone Simone New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The food was amazing and the staff where friendly and very attentive. We felt very spoilt especially since it was a special occasion for us.”
    Michelle Michelle New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The service was excellent, we felt important, did appreciate the upgrade. No comparisons ( ha ha) quite different to Matakauri, due to the premium location of Blanket Bay, thanks.”
    Nitin Nitin New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities 10
  • Cleanliness 10
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money 9.4
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi 10
High score for Glenorchy

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. 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 center. Queenstown is 35 minutes’ drive away and Wanaka is 90 minutes’ drive.

All air-conditioned accommodations 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 cozy fireplace.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Beachfront

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast Info

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

9.8
Exceptional · 18 reviews
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  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities 10
  • Cleanliness 10
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money 9.4
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi 10
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  • Anthony United States of America

    “It was the best place we have been . The lodge is magnificent, the exterior with the best landscaping I’ve ever seen . Staff was just the perfect. Really . They anticipate what we needed and provided.”

  • Pete New Zealand

    “Great food and wine. A big beautiful suite. Attentive service. What more could you ask for.”

  • Peter New Zealand

    “Food at every service was outstanding, as were the staff, absolutely professional and caring without being 'stuffy'.”

  • Jim New Zealand

    “Everything. Even after careful thought my girlfriend and I could not find fault”

  • Bodhi New Zealand

    “The location/amazing views 5 course dinner Lovely hospitality, very welcoming Spacious room and bathroom”

  • Mike Australia

    “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 amazing treasure.”

  • Wee New Zealand

    “Food fantastic, room immaculate, wonderful scenery, excellent service!”

  • Simone New Zealand

    “The atmosphere is relaxed. The team that look after you are delightful. The setting is stunning”

  • Michelle New Zealand

    “The food was amazing and the staff where friendly and very attentive. We felt very spoilt especially since it was a special occasion for us.”

  • Nitin New Zealand

    “The service was excellent, we felt important, did appreciate the upgrade. No comparisons ( ha ha) quite different to Matakauri, due to the premium location of Blanket Bay, thanks.”

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Area Info *
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Glenorchy cafe
    3.1 miles
  • Restaurant Glenorchy Cafe
    3.1 miles
  • Restaurant Queenstown various restaurants
    28 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Queenstown - various
    28 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Judah, Humbolts, various
    0.6 miles
  • River Rees
    3.1 miles
  • River Routeburn
    15.5 miles
  • River Greenstone
    28 miles
  • Lake Wakatipu
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Queenstown Airport
    20 miles
How to get to Blanket Bay from Queenstown Airport
    Car
    Free parking is available.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Blanket Bay

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Bikes available (free)
  • Horseback riding Additional charge
  • Bowling Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Seasonal
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool cover
  • Heated pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

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Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 10 are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

FAQs about Blanket Bay

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

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

  • Room options at Blanket Bay include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Blanket Bay by:

    • Car 1h

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Blanket Bay (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Free parking

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Blanket Bay.

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

  • Blanket Bay has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

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

  • Check-in at Blanket Bay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • 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
    • Kosher
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

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

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Bowling
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Fitness
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Body scrub
    • Yoga classes
    • Beauty services
    • Steam room
    • Body treatments
    • Bikes available (free)
    • Body wrap

  • The prices at Blanket Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.