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Kinross Cottages
Otago- Queenstown · New Zealand
2300 Gibbston Highway, (SH6)View location
9.8/10Excellent234 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service9.6/10 9.6
Comfort9.6/10 9.6
Condition9.8/10 9.8
Neighborhood9.6/10 9.6
Amenities9.8/10 9.8
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About Kinross Cottages
With a small number of only 14, this establishment is very convenient for a quiet stay. Wi-Fi internet connection is available for further comfort and convenience. Kinross Cottages offers a 24-hour reception service, so that guests' needs will be fully met at any time of the day or night.
Cots are not available at Kinross Cottages. This establishment understands that accessibility is important to all guests. For this reason, it features wheelchair accessible units and is fully adapted for easy access. There is a car park. The hotel may charge a fee for some services.
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When you stay at Cottages at Kinross in Gibbston, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 5-minute drive of Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Gibbston Valley Wines. This lodge is 25.2 mi (40.6 km) from The Remarkables Ski Area.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchenettes are outfitted with stovetops and microwaves.
Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 42-inch LCD televisions are provided for your entertainment. Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
4:30 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No elevators
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Guest will receive an email before arrival 5 days
Professional property host/manager
Guests must provide health documentation
Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12
COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 1
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Pets allowed
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 1
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- One child 6 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
- The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Long-term renters welcome
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 15 for children
- Pet fee: NZD 25 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
Hindi
Filipino
English
French
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Waitiri Creek Wines
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Peregrine Wines
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Brennan Wines
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Mt. Rosa Wines
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Gibbston Valley Wines
3.2 km / 2 mi
Crown Range
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Gibbston Valley Winery
4.8 km / 3 mi
Kawarau Suspension Bridge
6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Arrow River
7.5 km / 4.6 mi
Chard Farm
7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Arrowtown Golf Course
14.3 km / 8.9 mi
Amisfield Winery
15.4 km / 9.6 mi
Amisfield
15.4 km / 9.6 mi
Tobins Track
16.2 km / 10.1 mi
Lake Hayes
16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 14
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Multilingual staff
- Fireplace
- Garden
Show 9 more facilities & services
- Luggage room
- Ski storage
- Café
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Meeting room
- Picnic
- Non-smoking establishment
- Ski pass
Upon availability
Room types
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STUDIO WITH VIEWSSTUDIO • WITH VIEWSSTU.WV
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- WITH VIEWS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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STUDIO WITH VIEWS
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- WITH VIEWS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.WV
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STUDIO GARDEN VIEW KING BEDSTUDIO • GARDEN VIEW KING BEDSTU.GV-KG
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW KING BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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STUDIO GARDEN VIEW KING BED
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW KING BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.GV-KG
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Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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STUDIO GARDEN VIEWSTUDIO • GARDEN VIEWSTU.GV
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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STUDIO GARDEN VIEW
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.GV
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Kinross Cottages
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Vincent
Came back after 9 years, the place is still magical as it is. We stayed in Pisa 1, and this place now has free wine tasting and a hot tub where we enjoyed.. Best hidden secret, ill stay here longer next time :)
CARMEN
We ordered in advance our dinner and was the BEST! we received at our room. Also we experienced the wonderful jacuzzi and we could see the Southern Cross ! Our room was confortable because you can park your car outhside the room close to the Rabbits in the morning and the Ducks woooww The staff with the WINE testing was really good. Thank for a 30th Amazing Anniversary!
Lynne
We only stayed for one night and wished we’d booked more. The complimentary wine tasting itself is worth staying for. Hot tub, peton and walks around the vine yards were excellent. The individually named rooms are good and well stocked but you can hear noise from next door
Jane
The cottage was roomy and gorgeous. Bed was divine. Kitchenette has basic tools for make a simple meal, although the cafe/bar also offers delicious salads, pizza, and platters. The tasting included in your booking is really wonderful. We enjoyed walking around the vineyards and grounds after everyone left in the evening and seeing the sunset on the hills. We were biking, so it was a convenient starting place to the day.
Megan
Clean room and comfortable bed and pillows. Lovely bathroom and easy parking. Fantastic experience at their restaurant as it is evident that customer service is a cornerstone of their brand. Delicious wine and would highly recommend scheduling a reservation while there.
Only minor inconvenience was not knowing to book a hot tub reservation in advance as only one person or couple can reserve for an hour. Their complimentary tasting occurs directly before check-in cut off time, but I would recommend pushing it by an hour in case a late guest want to participate.
Only minor inconvenience was not knowing to book a hot tub reservation in advance as only one person or couple can reserve for an hour. Their complimentary tasting occurs directly before check-in cut off time, but I would recommend pushing it by an hour in case a late guest want to participate.
Lyle
Stayed eight years ago therefore staying again was like coming home - great.
Sophie
Great place to stay. Thank you!
LE
Lovely place with friendly staff
Charlene
Unique and gorgeous antiques. Lobby fireplace cozy. Staff was great. Such a beautiful building, grounds, and rooms. Thermal pools were being renovated so they gave us free entry to the Polynesian thermal pools. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Ronald
We appreciated the location, the accomodation, the service and the wine. All was exceptional and added value to our memorable trip to the South Island.
Jennifer
Beautifully located in the Gibbston Valley, just the right distance from Queenstown to feel away from the commercialism, easy drive to Arrowtown for great restaurants, and close to so many of the amazing vineyard experiences. Even if choosing not to explore and want to stay in to enjoy the comforts of your room, the Kinross experience delivers abundantly... great food onsite at their bistro, the immediately surrounding sights are worthy of slowing down to take in and each room has the perfect park bench situated outside to enjoy a hot morning drink, or wine to watch the evening dip into darkness.
The rooms are well appointed, everything needed if you want to cook for yourself, or simply heat something up. They're spacious and comfortable, and the beds are divinely firm & pillowy at the same time.
Not cluttered but plenty of places to store and hang.
Yes, the drawer layout was back-to-front (stove utensils where the general cutlery should live), but we needed to find something that was wrong! Also, knowing the high probability of guests using the hot tub, some towels specifically for this would have been preferred - suggest packing slip-on footwear for the walk up.
For certain the wine tasting experience must not be missed, Diego wends a delicious tale about the wines presented and the local growers that disappoints only because there should be a movie telling the tale!
Middle of winter presents no issues, the room was comfortably warm and clearly well insulated.
The rooms are well appointed, everything needed if you want to cook for yourself, or simply heat something up. They're spacious and comfortable, and the beds are divinely firm & pillowy at the same time.
Not cluttered but plenty of places to store and hang.
Yes, the drawer layout was back-to-front (stove utensils where the general cutlery should live), but we needed to find something that was wrong! Also, knowing the high probability of guests using the hot tub, some towels specifically for this would have been preferred - suggest packing slip-on footwear for the walk up.
For certain the wine tasting experience must not be missed, Diego wends a delicious tale about the wines presented and the local growers that disappoints only because there should be a movie telling the tale!
Middle of winter presents no issues, the room was comfortably warm and clearly well insulated.
Brodie
We absolutely loved our stay at Kinross. This is a beautiful location and well presented cottage. Thank you for making such a memorial experience for us.
Reid
This property is a hidden gem in the wine country north of Queenstown. Beautiful setting, spacious cottage, cooking facilities in room, and some of the best wine in the area My only regret is we only had one night to spend there and it will be very hard to book again for a weekend visit from Texas. Five stars across the biard
Anne
Lovely quiet location great breakfast
RichRD
Ok
We were arriving after check in hours and the key wasn't in the key safe box as they had messaged it would be. Fortunately there was a private catering event happening and the asst manager tracked down the key.
We were in Ruins and the lodge is at the end of the property. V quiet with rabbits having a lovely timealla round. The room was large with a lot of wasted space and would have benefitted from this being filled with a bigger table than the tiny one currently in there. We didn't partake in eating there or any of the wine activities. It was probably not worth the price they charge.
We were in Ruins and the lodge is at the end of the property. V quiet with rabbits having a lovely timealla round. The room was large with a lot of wasted space and would have benefitted from this being filled with a bigger table than the tiny one currently in there. We didn't partake in eating there or any of the wine activities. It was probably not worth the price they charge.
Verified traveler
Wonderful!
Beautiful place, amazing staff.
Juliana
Amazing Wine Tasting Overnight
Wonderful wine tasting stay! Wines were amazing, food was superb, especially pizza. Our cottage was fully staffed with everything one might need, including more wine after hours. Highly recommend
Robert
Great place to stay in Gibbston!
Great vineyard location. We had big room right next to the vines! As part of the stay there is a complementary wine tasting and a shared hot tub! E-bike hire is available to explore the multiple vineyards in Gibbston. Restaurant on site is good - but closes quite early - however grazing boxes are available or there is an oven/ hob in the rooms
Bernadette
Pleasant stay, limited Wi-Fi
Overall enjoyable!
Overall enjoyable!
Andrew
Beautiful setting.
Sharon
Beautiful vineyard
Loved our stay at Kinross cottage. Room was beautiful as was the view. Bathroom spacious with great water pressure. Ducks rabbits and birds added natural beauty to this location. View was gorgeous! Pear and blue cheese pizza and wine tasting were excellent!
Alannah
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, beautiful area and such welcoming staff
Jane
Thoroughly recommend this awesome place to stay.
Im not sure how i found these cottages but im so pleased i did. I couldn't fault the service or the friendly staff. The cottages were well equipped and spacious. We enjoyed the wine tasting. Everything was certainly a 10/10.
James
Awesome place, staff were friendly & communication was excellent 👏
John
Friendly helpful staff
Jason
A really nice room in a beautiful setting. All the staff were super nice and I really enjoyed the wine tasting.
Maria
Kinross is a very nice property. We were surprised with a complimentary wine tasting which was a nice touch. Highly recommend!
Sharon
A lovely place to stay
Elise
Such a cute place. Loved being able to do a wine tasting then pick up dinner and have a picnic among the vines
chien fang
在葡萄園莊住宿，安靜、很好的體驗！
Gareth
We were very comfortable, the staff were friendly, courteous and welcoming.
The lady who cleaned the rooms was particularly nice and friendly.
We will definitely come back.
The lady who cleaned the rooms was particularly nice and friendly.
We will definitely come back.
Annie
staying beside a working vinyard
Beckey
This place is amazing. If it wasn’t on the other side of the world from where I live, I’d be planning my next visit. The cottages were gorgeous and well equipped. The setting was superb. It was dead of winter during our visit so very quiet. We did enjoy the hot tub and the stars…. Breakfast was good and staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and happy. Oh, and great wine too! Wish we’d had more time to taste more wine and explore all there is to do in this area. The biking was fantastic though. Thank you, Kinross for a memorable stay!
Ariana
Wonderful stay
These cottages are stunning and the beds are soooo comfortable
Michelle
It was very clean and warm and very spacious.
Huge bed very comfortable.
Huge bed very comfortable.
Wong Shi
Love the little wood cottage vibe very much, the size of the cottage is good and they have everything you need. Sunset time strolling around the vineyard and pond is superb too.
Erin L
Lovely relaxing spot. Stayed 5 nights, the staff were incredible and the wine abd food were delicious. Will stay here again.
Verified traveler
Beautiful spot
Beautiful location and friendly staff. We had a terrible plumbing issue with sewerage spilling from the toilet into the shower one morning. However it was dealt with quickly and we were given a beautiful bottle of wine to compensate. Luckily we could use our friends bathroom next door as they couldnt move us as it was full. Housekeeping is a little slack and inconsistent, sugar was not replaced our entire 4 day stay and sometimes other things were missed such as no kitchen cloth/tea towel and chipped plates. We would stay again, if it wasnt for those little things would have made it a perfect 10/10
Margaret-Anne
Really lovely place, stylish, warm & comfortable- and we could have our dog with us.
Sarah
Stunning setting, beautiful room, wonderful restaurant and very attentive staff! Highly recommend.
Verified traveler
Excellent
Always an excellent stay. Great service, great food....
Sara
The food was terrible considering the cost! Communication with staff was average
Beautiful location and loved the pet friendly aspect, would not recommend or stay again though
Beautiful location and loved the pet friendly aspect, would not recommend or stay again though
David
Overnight
After a long day driving the Kinross Cottages were comfortable and quiet and offered the option of dinner and breakfast on site. Can recommend food.
Verified traveler
The location the lovely cottages the helpful staff
Verified traveler
Kinross Cottages was lovely. The setting is great. Lovely ducks to feed at the pond and lovely walks around the property. It is easy to get to Queenstown and Cromwell from here. The cottage was gorgeous and very peaceful
Verified traveler
Truely a magnificent place to enjoy the holidays, we really love it, and the staff are very friendly,
Vanessa
It was a gorgeous property, so pretty and idyllic amongst all the southern hills. Amazing staff and real good food!! Highly recommend, we will be back!!
ANTHONY
Fantastic
A great stay, super staff, a wonderful atmosphere and a very clean and comfortable room.
WayneLyster
Awesome place, the bed are very comfortable. The toilet and shower is huge. We are so satisfied and happy in our stay. We recommend the place so highly 👍👍
Diane
Loved everything about our stay
Lovely friendly staff and fantastic food and wine
Lovely friendly staff and fantastic food and wine
Laura
I loved the cottage, very spacious, clean and warm. The wine tasting was fab and our dinner at the restaurant was so good!
Rosemary
Disappointing
Lovely spacious cottage, great welcome and beautiful surroundings. However, there were a few things amiss which we drew their attention to and received a verbal apology from someone for their usual housekeeping standards not being met. We had expected an email follow up which hasn’t occurred in the week since we stayed.
Verified traveler
Kinross was amazing. Great location to explore wineries. Very beautiful location, cute cottages! Highly recommend! We even left something behind and they contacted us right away. Recommend doing the complimentary wine tasting.
Verified traveler
What a marvelous place to stay outside of a busy Queenstown in the summer. Huge comfortable bed , super clean, tons of hot water and a 5 and walk to an excellent breakfast, wine tasting and dinner. Couldn’t have asked for a better lace to kick off our tour of New Zealand
Brett
We have traveled all over the world and this was one of the top five places we've ever stayed at. As a young couple who loves nature, the outdoors, but also good food/wine, and also has a baby, Kinross was the perfect place for us. The location is stunning. Vineyards in a valley with gorgeous mountains all around. Just a short drive from Queenstown, Arrowtown, and other local attractions.
The cottages are spacious, well-designed and with every imaginable amenity. The bistro serves amazing food with great free breakfasts, and the free nightly wine tasting is a fantastic bonus! It's a classy but casual place and VERY kid friendly, which we loved. Our little toddler loved exploring the grassy spaces, vineyards, and play areas. We stayed here three nights but wish we could have stayed more. We hope to return. DEFINITELY choose Kinross if you are visiting this part of New Zealand!
The cottages are spacious, well-designed and with every imaginable amenity. The bistro serves amazing food with great free breakfasts, and the free nightly wine tasting is a fantastic bonus! It's a classy but casual place and VERY kid friendly, which we loved. Our little toddler loved exploring the grassy spaces, vineyards, and play areas. We stayed here three nights but wish we could have stayed more. We hope to return. DEFINITELY choose Kinross if you are visiting this part of New Zealand!
Rivka
Definitely a place to return to whenever possible
Kinross Cottages are part of the Kinross Winery in Gibbston. So, while it is 25 minutes drive from Queenstown, the stay there was fabulous and we did not regret choosing the hotel as our base for the visit in Queenstown. We were offered tasting of a variety of local wines with wonderful explanations and recount of their origins. The breakfast is delicious and caters to a wide variety of tastes (except for the lack of vegetables - but that is endemic of New Zealand as a whole). The kitchen in the cottage offers a great opportunity to cook your own dinner if you tire of eating out. The room is very comfortable and the bathroom - relaxing.
Verified traveler
Excellent food, fantastic staff, great location, wonderful rooms, wish we had booked more days!
Jeremy
Excellent
An excellent standard of accommodation. We also enjoyed the wine tasting, evening meal and breakfast.
Verified traveler
All was really great! Although we were greeted warmly we were not given any welcome info that included our nod about restaurant opening times (missed out on dinner the first night) complimentary breakfast nor any info about the facilities available to us i.e hot tub. Otherwise great accommodation and friendly staff
Verified traveler
Great restaurant on site and great views from the unit
Kylie
Beautiful setting, fantastic service
Absolutely brilliant place to stay. Better than any hotels we’ve booked in Qtwn before and service was top notch. On site bistro served exceptional food and inclusion of breakfast, hot tub and wine tasting with our room really made the weekend for us. We will 100% stay again soon.
Verified traveler
Very cosy, excellent WiFi + great sleep, breakfast is yummy
Verified traveler
Stunning location, beautiful cottages and great staff!
Katherine
Great location, very friendly staff. Included breakfast was great. Comfortable room and bed. A great base for exploring the Gibbston Valley
Jay
Home away from Home
Amazing facilities quiet and peaceful excellent service from staff and management
Verified traveler
Staff, breakfast , room is modern , spacious and clean.
Verified traveler
Gorgeous place to stay and lovely, helpful and friendly front of house team! This is the only place I have stayed at that I would ever make a point of rebooking. Typically we just go wherever is available however it is well worth the short drive out of QT, the scenery, ambience and hospitality.
SIU YEE MAGGIE
Disappointed. Not recommended.
Verified traveler
Such a lovely location and the staff were so friendly too!
Verified traveler
The country feel after finishing a hike and not being ready to go to the city.
Verified traveler
We really loved this property and the room was very comfortable. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. I would recommend others to stay here. If you stay, make sure you go outside late at night - the stars are amazing.
A few points:
1) Be aware that you have to pay extra for the hot tub.
2) I think the booking system of the hot tub could be improved. One staff member said we could book the hot tub, but another staff member said it was all ready booked by other guests.
3) Be aware there are rather a lot of midges. There is nothing the hotel can do about this, but you may want to be prepared.
A few points:
1) Be aware that you have to pay extra for the hot tub.
2) I think the booking system of the hot tub could be improved. One staff member said we could book the hot tub, but another staff member said it was all ready booked by other guests.
3) Be aware there are rather a lot of midges. There is nothing the hotel can do about this, but you may want to be prepared.
Evan
During our two week trip in South Island NZ, we stayed in 9 places, me and my wife both agree that this one is the best: the location is perfect - away from the the noisy Queenstown but not too far; the room is ample and the facilities are great; the winery scenes are beautiful.
Verified traveler
Charming Cottages
Very comfortable, cozy and romantic. The winery has great wines to offer, too. Extremely relaxing.
Verified traveler
The room was great - clean and well equipped. The restaurant for dinner was a major disappointment, with nearly all tables voicing dissatisfaction with at least one person’s meal. The property is far from any other restaurants, so you feel trapped.
Verified traveler
The property is in a lovely setting about 20 mins from Queenstown. Most of the staff were very nice however one member was rather abrupt and rude.
kristy
Love everything about it
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Kinross. We’ve never stayed there before so weren’t sure what to expect but from the moment we arrived we were in love. The staff are exceptional, the food is amazing and the room was incredible. Warm, spacious and extremely comfortable. They’ve thought of everything. Will definitely be staying there again on future trips.
Ash
Unexpected bonuses...
Communication with Kinross was bad to start with, emails took multiple days to even get a response on pressing issues, but once communication started, I could not fault Kinross. Rooms were very generous in size, staff were extremely helpful, so was Phil on the Hop On, Hop Off bus... and Skye the dog!! There was even a wall mounted heater in the bathroom...such a bonus on a -1 morning. Kinross is my pick for where to stay in the Otago... oh and the Petanque court = fun :)
Anita
Great stay
Lovely clean, spacious units. Staff are so friendly and always willing to help. Food at the restaurant was superb. One of the most comfiest beds I have stayed in. Great night sky photography area.
Verified traveler
AMAZING!!
We stayed 6 nights at Kinross and had such a great time. Rooms are warm, clean and decorated beautifully. The staff are so helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend staying here have everything you need so if you don't feel like driving into town its no worries! Breakfast is super tasty and gets you ready for the day, couldn't fault Kinross thanks for making our queenstown trip amazing!
thais&Rom
Petite escapade
My husband and I spend 3 night in their cottage and it was just perfect.
The cottages are very beautiful and warm in those winter nights.
You can build the biggest fire in their wine garden’s customer made fire place while drinking some delicious Pinot Noir.
We both had a fantastic time and service was excellent.
Thanks for having us Kinross.
The cottages are very beautiful and warm in those winter nights.
You can build the biggest fire in their wine garden’s customer made fire place while drinking some delicious Pinot Noir.
We both had a fantastic time and service was excellent.
Thanks for having us Kinross.
Melissa
Hot tub under the stars!
We spent a night at Kinross cottages that we will never forget. The staff were so helpful before we arrived and secured our dinner, hot tub and yoga bookings. The atmosphere is very romantic, our cottage was perfect and the bed was so comfortable. I loved the Yin Yoga class and the hot tub under the stars. Just magical!!
KM
Relaxing location close to wineries and ski fields
We stayed 8 nights and used it as a base to ski for 4 days and sightsee the other days.
It was such a relaxing location and coming home at the end of the day we had the option of staying in and heating up our own dinner in the kitchenette, eating in the onsite bistro, having a woodfired pizza at the Gibbston tavern next door or taking a 15minute drive to the cute town of Arrowtown.
We indulged in wine tasting by the outside fire, and used the hot tub which was awesome too.
Plenty of wineries close by to visit too with tours you can do or the hop on hop off bus (we just drove ourselves)
The staff were super helpful and friendly and we’ll definitely come back.
It was such a relaxing location and coming home at the end of the day we had the option of staying in and heating up our own dinner in the kitchenette, eating in the onsite bistro, having a woodfired pizza at the Gibbston tavern next door or taking a 15minute drive to the cute town of Arrowtown.
We indulged in wine tasting by the outside fire, and used the hot tub which was awesome too.
Plenty of wineries close by to visit too with tours you can do or the hop on hop off bus (we just drove ourselves)
The staff were super helpful and friendly and we’ll definitely come back.
Anna
Sunday stay
Gorgeous place and stunning rooms but wasn’t advertised widely that when you stay on a Sunday, the restaurant/ability to eat or drink anything without having to drive off of the property stops at 6pm. Having driven from a cancelled kayak trip at Milford sound, we didn’t arrive til 4.30 or so and were greatly looking forward to dinner and wine tasting. The lovely staff managed to take us through a quick wine tasting and we ordered a cheese platter from the snacks menu, but had we known it wasn’t operational after 6 on sunday we would have chosen to stay elsewhere. I can imagine this is perfect when dinner/lunch is available - our room was gorgeous.
Luigi
Awesome place to stay, great attention and nice cottage.
Verified traveler
Excelent accomodation and breakfast
Beautiful location
Beautiful location
Verified traveler
Quiet out of town
As a Queenstown resident, it was a lovely little escape that is not too far from town. It is located right in the vines, so the views are lovely.
Jamie
Great stay away from holiday madness
We had a brilliant stay at Kinross in the winter. Staff were very friendly, buffet breakfast was great and room was spacious and cosy.
Being 'out in the country' and equidistant from the ski fields was great for us as we wanted to go to all of them. Everyday on the drive down from the hills we were relieved that we *didn't* have to join the queue of cars trying to get back into Queenstown / Wanaka, we just headed for Arrowtown instead, which is a great little town.
Only comment to the owners would be: it would be great if breakfast started slightly earlier than 7.30am, for folks who are trying to get to the hill early.
Being 'out in the country' and equidistant from the ski fields was great for us as we wanted to go to all of them. Everyday on the drive down from the hills we were relieved that we *didn't* have to join the queue of cars trying to get back into Queenstown / Wanaka, we just headed for Arrowtown instead, which is a great little town.
Only comment to the owners would be: it would be great if breakfast started slightly earlier than 7.30am, for folks who are trying to get to the hill early.
Ben
Cottage Retreat
We loved staying here. The food was amazing (especially the complimentary breakfast!). The staff took great care of us and were very friendly -- they even booked our ski trip to Cardrona!
Verified traveler
Stunning modern warm sunny cottage
Lovely staff great coffee gorgeous dog and ducks Will definitely recommend to family and friends
Verified traveler
Nice and cozy in the mountains.
Nice place with friendly people. Great breakfast choices.
anne b.
Excellent! Five star comfort
Wish we had stayed here two nights. Romantic setting, comfortable beds, loved the outdoor fire pit gathering space and dinner at the Bistro. Wonderful!
Jane
We stayed 4 nights at Ruins 2, the farthest from the bistro and check-in office and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pros: Spacious room, great toilet and heated showers, huge bed with a foldout bed for the kid, well-equipped kitchen, STRONG AND FAST wifi, nice TV, the daily breakfast!
Cons: No dishwasher, more stovetop burners (only 2), more pots and pans would be helpful. The pots and pans didn't feel very clean to be honest. Tad far from Queenstown (25-30 mins drive).
Cons: No dishwasher, more stovetop burners (only 2), more pots and pans would be helpful. The pots and pans didn't feel very clean to be honest. Tad far from Queenstown (25-30 mins drive).
Carmel
Beautiful cottage on a vineyard.
We were really impressed with our stay at Kinross, the staff were amazing, the food and wine were delicious and the cottage was beautifully warm and comfortable. Thank you for your hospitality.
Verified traveler
Very comfortable
Very comfortable bed. Great location. Would stay there again. Breakfast was good.
catherine
Peaceful accomodation.
A bit disappointed as I made a booking with no cancellation for two nights. Having driven past this place on our way to goldfields jetboat realised how close it was to QT and wanted to explore more but couldn’t cancel the second night without having to pay for the nights fee.
As for the accomodation nice, new missing some character and could hear the family of four in the room next door which was annoying. As for the property a bit disconnected with promoting surrounds, bike hire and dinner only open every second night. The fire outside was awesome but needed music or something.
As for the accomodation nice, new missing some character and could hear the family of four in the room next door which was annoying. As for the property a bit disconnected with promoting surrounds, bike hire and dinner only open every second night. The fire outside was awesome but needed music or something.
Heather S.
Amazing place
Adorable cottage, friendly staff, beautiful grounds, awesome atmosphere. Would highly recommend.
Jessica
Wonderful Cottage and Staff in Gibbston
The staff were so welcoming the moment we arrived. We absolutely loved the cottage, the breakfast and dinner they served. The view is impeccable and we wished we could’ve stayed longer for our honeymoon. They even surprised us with a bottle of champagne to congratulate us which we thought was very sweet! We’ll be back for sure!
simon
bliss
Everything was wonderful - could not fault the place one iota. The food and wine in the restaurant were extremely good value. Half London prices and better
Verified traveler
The food was okay could of been better but the overall stay was good,
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Kinross Cottages
2300 Gibbston Highway, (SH6), Queenstown, New Zealand
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