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Your Boutique Hotels & Lodges Collection Update
As we step into another bright, adventure-ready season, we’re excited to highlight four exceptional stays in our Boutique Hotels & Lodges Collection — each offering something uniquely special in Marlborough and Nelson/Tasman. These properties combine warm New Zealand hospitality with unforgettable regional experiences your clients will love.
14th Lane – Blenheim, Marlborough
Sleek, stylish, and beautifully understated, 14th Lane is Marlborough’s contemporary boutique gem. Set right in the heart of Blenheim, it offers the perfect mix of urban convenience and luxe comfort.
- Spacious, design-led suites with handcrafted touches
- Walkable to Blenheim cafés, restaurants, and galleries
- Minutes from Marlborough’s most iconic cellar doors and vineyard dining
- Ideal for independent travellers, couples, and food-and-wine-focused itineraries
Regional Experiences:
Private vineyard tours, winery lunches in the vines, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Marlborough Sounds wildlife cruises or walking the Queen Charlotte Track, artisan gin tastings, and scenic cycling through wine country
Maruia River Retreat – Tasman / West Coast Border
For travellers seeking a restorative wilderness escape, Maruia River Retreat is a spectacular retreat framed by native beech forest and mountains. It’s a luxury-meets-nature hideaway with a deeply calming energy.
- Elegant villas set amongst a 500-acre native NZ forest
- Spa offering massages, yoga, and wellness rituals
- Forest bathing, nature trails, forest hot tub and sauna
Magnesium pool - Exquisite cuisine highlighting regional and foraged ingredients
- Perfect for wellness travellers, nature seekers, and couples wanting total seclusion
Regional Experiences:
Private guided hikes, meditation sessions,, hot tub in the forest, fly-fishing, West Coast nature excursions, and rejuvenation-focused retreats.
A serene sanctuary set on 5.5 acres of park-like gardens, Pihopa Retreat blends refined luxury with heartfelt hospitality. Think gracious villa suites, warm hosts, and a sense of calm that travellers remember long after they leave.
- Six elegant suites opening to decks overlooking the gardens
- Daily gourmet breakfast enjoyed in the Chapel
- Heated pool, gardens, and tranquil walking paths
- Complimentary canapés and drinks each evening
- Perfect for luxury travellers, couples seeking privacy, solo travellers
Complimentary taxi to and from local Nelson restaurants
Regional Experiences:
Abel Tasman day trips,; take a luxury sailing adventure or kayak pristine clear waters. Visit local artisan studios, Nelson’s craft beer trail, Great Taste Cycle Trail, Tahunanui Beach sunsets, and exceptional regional dining in Nelson city showcasing seafood and seasonal produce.
Te Koi – The Lodge at Bronte – Nelson / Tasman
Nestled on its own peaceful peninsula along the Waimea Estuary, Te Koi offers boutique luxury with a personal touch. Its airy suites and villas open onto lush gardens and water views — a dream setting for relaxation.
- Water-facing suites, each with private decks and curated interiors
- Garden-to-table gourmet dining led by hosts Ali and Ian
- Beautiful garden setting at the edge of the Waimea Estuary
- Personal friendly yet professional hots
- ideal for romantic escapes, food lovers, couples or solo travellers
Regional Experiences:
Bespoke wine tours in the Moutere Hills, luxury sailing adventures on Abel Tasman National Park, guided art trails, , boutique breweries, and farm-to-table culinary experiences.
