I am a bit late in writing this review I know. However, I was posting others and realized I hadn't posted from my trip to New Zealand last year. This is an extremely nice lodge. It is so comfortable and quiet and the views of Lake Wakatipu are stunning. The staff is so friendly. The rooms are plush and luxurious.... more

My husband and I spent our Babymoon at Blanket Bay--and it exceeded our expectations-as did New Zealand!!! The drive to the lodge is scenic and pristine-about 40 minutes from the airport-you are in the middle of nowhere-just what we wanted!!! Upon our arrival we were greeted at our car by the general manager and requested to leave everything in the... more

Blanket Bay is probably the most highly-touted very high-end luxury resort in New Zealand. Suites cost over $1,600US per night (rooms slightly less) For that you get a large living area, large sleeping area, sumptuous bathroom, outdoor seating area, spectacular views of Lake Wakitupu and the Southern Alps, burnished wood paneling, a built-in music system that plays five channels of... more

Blanket Bay is absolute perfection. Our suite was amazing, the staff was just as attentive as we wanted- present when needed but not overbearing, the food was fantastic. My husband and I had our wedding in their Great Room overlooking the lake; Judy and the rest of the staff did so much for us in the details (at no cost).... more

My wife and I stayed there in late 2002. Upon arrival, the view from the lodge's "great room" was stunning. Our room was large with lots of nice touches. The walk-out patio was a perfect place to have coffee and take in the view of the lake and mountains. We ate all breakfast and dinners at the lodge and the... more

I've often wondered if there would be a property that could meet or exceed my high expectations. After spending two weeks in New Zealand and being disappointed with other luxury lodges, the perfection of Blanket Bay was a welcome surprise. The staff, accommodations, grounds, amenities, service, food, activites, etc... were all fabulous. Our suite in the main lodge was incredible.... more

we went to blanket bay as part of our honeymoon last year. we have stayed in more than a few high end places in our lives, both for work and leisure, just as a matter of reference. but blanket bay was truly amazing - not luxurious in the way that it's a high end wooden cottage more than a super... more

this was our last stop on our honeymoon trip - and what a way to end - superb location and great food and wine- we took a helicopter from here to go over and near the coast and milford sound - right near queenstown as well abouyt anhour away more

My husband and I have traveled extensively, and this property ranks as one of our top choices anywhere in the world. The rooms and the common areas are stunning. They are grand, spacious and handsomely decorated. The views from all of the rooms, and from the pool and hot tub are amazing -- unobstructed views accross the lake to the... more