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The Headwaters Eco Lodge

5.0 star property

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Boating
Lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Spa

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42 Oban Street, Glenorchy, Otago, 9372
  • Glenorchy Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Glenorchy Wharf
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Premium Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite, Mountain View (Premium Eco Chalet)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Family Suite

  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Chalet

  • 16.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Headwaters Eco Lodge

Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services
This smoke-free lodge features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, spa services and conference space are on-site. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Headwaters Eco Lodge offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Glenorchy lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
During your stay at The Headwaters Eco Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Glenorchy Golf Club. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Amenities include locker space, 2 meeting rooms and conference space
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve and Lake Wakatipu
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. Event space at this lodge measures 1292 square feet (120 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury The Headwaters Eco Lodge. An area shuttle within 100 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Glenorchy lodge is smoke free.

Guests are served a free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Headwaters Eco Lodge has a restaurant on site.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 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 7:30 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 95; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • 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
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 95
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
The Headwaters Eco Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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

The Headwaters Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very expensive for the fact that you had a timed shower - 8 minutes. Smacks of why water restrictions given proximity to lake. Question - do locals have timed showers? Not sure re use of compost toilets given that septic system for whole site with recycled water system could have been effective. Food was great. Alan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

janh, eugene, oregon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely public and private areas, all eco friendly and well maintained. The kitchen is stunning, the common dining and lounging areas were full of art and style. Very sensitive and thoughtful environment, it fostered a sense of sharing and community.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding Eco accommodation
Absolutely outstanding, the whole concept of Camp Glenorchy is amazing, very clever designers with great thoughtfulness about the area, we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Halifax Canada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place and I highly recommend it. It is very eco-friendly but extremely well done. The cabin we had for our family was very cosy. We loved the large, well equipped communal kitchen and the breakfast. We also had great local tips from the staff there who were very available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relax andexplore
Incredible place to explore. Staff are truly beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful communal feeling with generous spacious facilities. Unique place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice but could be better.
The hotel is lovely with a few caveats. We loved the idea and the interactive part about controlling your room temperature, shower ect. Unfortunately, our room was basically next to the two lane highway coming into town and quite noisy. I also thought the staff was a little unresponsive to questions. The breakfast situation was confusing that you needed to go through the public kitchen drawers to get silverware and plates, wash them and put away. Also, there are 3 washers but only one drier. We had to stay up past 11pm in lime for it as we were leaving the next day. They have a drying room but it was filled with mildew tents drying from the campers section that the hotels guests share everything with. We stayed two nights and overall was nice, but felt one night in Glenorchy would have been plenty as all our tours and hikes left from Queenstown and we were driving back and forth on that drive just to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem!
My favorite place I stayed in New Zealand! I didn’t know it was possible for a place to be this eco-friendly! Very high tech and yet a rustic feel, and extremely clean with very kind staff. The town is also small and lovely, and the whole area has plenty of beautiful nature excursions. Wish I could have spent more time here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place , very friendly staff who were very helpful. Facilities top notch. Wonderful concept there should be way more if these
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019