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The Headwaters Eco Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury golf holiday park, walk to Lake Wakatipu
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Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Premium Eco Chalet
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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42 Oban Street, Glenorchy, Otago, 9372
  • Popular LocationGlenorchy Golf Club5 min walk
  • Popular LocationGlenorchy Waterfront Reserve8 min walk
  • Popular LocationGlenorchy Wharf9 min walk
  • AirportQueenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)54 min drive
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Room options

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Family Eco Suite

Family Eco Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Eco Chalet

Eco Chalet

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 16.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Premium Eco Chalet

Premium Eco Chalet

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 16.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Glenorchy

Located in Glenorchy, The Headwaters Eco Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. Glenorchy Wharf is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve and Lake Wakatipu. Routeburn Shelter and Queenstown Mall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ziplining.
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What's nearby

  • Glenorchy Golf Club - 5 min walk
  • Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve - 8 min walk
  • Lake Wakatipu - 8 min walk
  • Glenorchy Wharf - 9 min walk
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Glenorchy Trading Post - 9 min walk
  • Queenies Dumplings Gy - 8 min walk
  • Glenorchy Hotel - 7 min walk
  • Sugar Loaf Cafe - 7 min walk
  • Gallery Cafe - 8 min walk

About this property

The Headwaters Eco Lodge

Luxury eco-certified holiday park near Lake Wakatipu
Located close to Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve and Glenorchy Wharf, The Headwaters Eco Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Get out on the links at this holiday park and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Barbecues, bike tour information and games
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Blackout curtains and sound-insulated walls
  • LED light bulbs, a personal chef and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 100 kilometres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 85; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf driving range

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2018
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 220 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 85
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

National rating

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat Cabin
Camp Eco Retreat Cabin
Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat Lodge
Camp Eco Retreat Lodge
Camp Eco Retreat
Lodge Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat Glenorchy
Glenorchy Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat Lodge
Lodge Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat
Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat Glenorchy
Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat
Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat
The Headwaters Eco Glenorchy
The Headwaters Eco Lodge Glenorchy
The Headwaters Eco Lodge Holiday park
The Headwaters Eco Lodge Holiday park Glenorchy

Frequently asked questions

Is The Headwaters Eco Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Headwaters Eco Lodge?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Headwaters Eco Lodge on 17 May 2024 start from NZ$814.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Headwaters Eco Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Headwaters Eco Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Headwaters Eco Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Headwaters Eco Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM-8:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 220 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Headwaters Eco Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury holiday park is within a 10-minute walk of Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve, Lake Wakatipu and Glenorchy Wharf. Routeburn Shelter and Queenstown Mall are also within 32 mi (52 km).

The Headwaters Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food really was the best in New Zealand. Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. First class accommodations and service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Golden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eco-friendly with solar on each roof and compostable toilets. Chef on site was great. Breakfast and dinner were excellent and included.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and dinner. The best food in New Zealand. Beautiful grounds and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the place to stay in Glenorchy!
Exceptional stay! Great resort, fantastic location and entirely eco-friendly. Really educational on how they protect our environment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
loved it!
Amazing building and story, definitely worth experiencing even if you’ve been to Glenorchy before.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Chia Huei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The eco lodge concept was carefully planned and the property was beautifully designed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property making an outstanding effort to be eco- friendly, accessible to all budgets, and an asset to the local community
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020