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Blanket Bay

4191 Glenorchy-Queenstown Rd, PO Box 35 Glenorchy, 9350, Glenorchy, New Zealand · South Island, New Zealand

  • 4.9/5Relais & Châteaux guest rating324 reviews · 19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • couples
  • wellness
  • food & wine
  • adventure

About Blanket Bay

Blanket Bay is an EMPTYJET Approved property located in Glenorchy on New Zealand’s South Island. The lodge is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux and features a guest rating of 4.9/5 from 324 reviews. Guests can enjoy fine dining at the on-site restaurant and unwind at The Den bar, which offers a range of seasonal cocktails. The Blanket Bay Spa provides holistic, natural healing therapies and wellness experiences, adding to the sense of relaxation during a stay.

The combination of culinary offerings, wellness facilities, and a scenic South Island location makes Blanket Bay a notable destination for travellers seeking both relaxation and adventure.

Why it stands out

Blanket Bay is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Relais & Châteaux affiliation, and a high guest rating of 4.9/5 from 324 reviews. Its South Island location, on-site spa, fine dining restaurant, and bar make it a strong choice for those seeking comfort and culinary experiences in New Zealand.

Key facts

Architecture
Built in the grand style of the finest alpine Lodges and finished with native New Zealand timber and stone.
Type
Island, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Dining

  • Fine dining — evidence: fine dining at the award winning restaurant
  • Bar — Guests are welcomed to the Den for an aperitif or to sample our range of seasonal cocktails

Wellness

  • Spa — Relax and unwind in the Blanket Bay Spa

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
/award winning restaurant
Bar
The Den

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Blanket Bay Spa — holistic, natural healing therapies and wellness experiences

Awards & affiliations

Location

-44.8677, 168.3921
Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial4 fields
  • Relais & ChâteauxBrand8 fields

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