146 Arthurs Point Road, 146 Arthur's Point Road, Queenstown, New Zealand | (618) 248-8274
Romantic and relaxing hotel with mountain and river views
Only a 10-minute drive to the Coronet Peak Ski Area
Guest suites are spacious and light, with a private balcony
Roman-style spa with a pool, sauna, and steam room
Spacious fitness center plus squash and tennis courts
Cinema with a DVD selection and free popcorn
Ski equipment can be hired on-site
Lounge bar and a fine dining restaurant with mountain views
Free parking available on-site
Wi-Fi is free throughout the property
Not much entertainment within walking distance
Breakfast is not included in the room rate
Decor is bland in many rooms
There are 36 guest rooms at this upscale property that
overlooks the Shotover River and surrounding mountains. A 10-minute drive from central Queenstown and the
Coronet Peak Ski Area, it’s a good location for those wanting a peaceful,
relaxed vacation. The hotel’s spa helps guests unwind, though there are a range of more engaged activities too, including sports courts, a cinema, and an up-market restaurant with amazing mountain views. The spacious rooms all have a private balcony or patio,
and many have a spa bath, though decor is a bit austere. Those wanting to be closer to the shops,
restaurants, and nightlife of Queenstown should check out the Sofitel
Queenstown Hotel & Spa as an alternative, though rates will be much higher.
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Scene
Relaxing and romantic boutique hotel with upscale style
The Nugget Point Queenstown Hotel was one of the town’s pioneering
boutique hotels in the 1980s. Geared towards couples looking for a romantic
getaway -- or drawn by the incredible mountain and river views -- the hotel remains
a quiet and relaxing place to stay. The
entrance itself is impressive, with large decorative wrought-iron gates leading the way into the property. The look is refined and upscale throughout, with heavy antique style furniture, an abundance of cream and handsome neutral tones, and rustic elements like pitched and beamed ceilings plus stacked-stone accents. Interesting artwork is employed to give the spaces a modern edge, and we saw a nice selection of contemporary portraiture when we visited. During the ski season, the hotel has a cozy vibe created by roaring open fireplaces. Considering there are a small
number of rooms, the property has an impressive array of amenities for guests,
making it a popular choice, especially with couples.
Location
In a quiet area with fantastic river and mountain views
The Nugget Point Queenstown Hotel is reached via a winding road that
travels through Arthur’s Pass. There are a small number of homes and businesses
on the same stretch of road, but otherwise the surrounding area is forested and there's not much to do within walking distance of the hotel. The
location provides some of the most spectacular views in the Queenstown
area, as the hotel is perched high on a valley wall looking down over a sweeping bend
in the Shotover River. Guests can watch the famous Shotover Jet boat rides
taking place, and the jetty to book a ride on the Jet is just a three-minute
drive away. The Onsen Hot Pools are only a two-minute walk from the hotel. The
shops, restaurants, bars, and nightlife of central Queenstown are a 10-minute
drive from the hotel. The Coronet Peak Ski Area is a 10-minute drive from the hotel,
where there are a number of winter sports available such as cross-country
skiing and snowmobiling. Queenstown Airport takes 15 minutes to reach by car.
Rooms
Spacious and light-filled suites, half with fantastic river views
The 36 spacious guest rooms at the Nugget Point Queenstown Hotel all have private balconies or patios, with many offering separate bedrooms and living rooms. They have a garden or river views, and Two-Bedroom Suites are also available. Rooms are all light and bright, and employ a neutral color scheme in creams and browns. Furnishings vary from room to room, and while there are opulent pieces of antique furniture, the look in most units is fairly modern and bland. Take, for instance, the River View Room that we visited which had nothing in the way of decor on its pale yellow walls and was quite austere for a boutique hotel. Higher-category rooms have a bit more personality, but still look a bit minimally appointed. All rooms have coffeemakers, air-conditioning, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and a work desk. Bathrooms in the standard rooms have a shower only, while those in the Superior Rooms and Two-Bedroom Suites have a spa bath and a shower. The Presidential River View Suite also has a gas fireplace and an outdoor hot tub.
Features
Luxurious spa, cinema, and restaurant on-site
The hotel has an indulgent day spa, styled as a mosaic-tiled Roman
bath. It provides amazing views of the mountain ranges and the Shotover River,
and beauty and massage treatments are available as well as an indoor heated pool,
plunge pools, sauna, and steam room. Those who want to be more active can take
part in squash and tennis, or use the spacious fitness center, which has a good selection of modern equipment and mountain views as well. There’s even a cinema
on-site with DVDs to choose from and free popcorn. Those visiting in the winter
months can hire and store ski equipment on-site. The hotel's lounge bar and a
fine dining restaurant, Birches, with -- you guessed it -- spectacular views. The restaurant offers elegant, modern
cuisine and a wide range of New Zealand wines. Breakfast is served daily in the
restaurant but is not included in the room rate. The hotel hosts weddings and
can cater for up to 80 guests, and there’s a boardroom which seats up to 30. Car
parking and Wi-Fi are free on-site.
