Otahuna Lodge

Otahuna Lodge is a luxurious Victorian mansion located in Tai Tapu, New Zealand.

The lodge offers a unique sense of wonder and discovery to its guests, set in pastoral surroundings against the fluted cone of an ancient volcano. Revitalized with luxury accommodation, glorious gardens, and sophisticated cuisine, Otahuna Lodge is New Zealand's largest private historic residence. It provides a patrician sense of calm, the grace and charm of its grounds, and refined yet personable service, combining the romance of the past with the cosmopolitan pleasures of the present.

The lodge features seven exceptional suites, each offering a different and truly luxurious experience. Set within New Zealand's most important historic residence, built-in 1895, the lodge includes a suite with views across the Canterbury Plains. Each suite has its own unique character and charm. Additionally, guests can enjoy a range of activities during their stay, with the lodge providing a spa, pools, and tennis courts.

The lodge's gardens are truly extraordinary, boasting over 120 varieties of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Nestled among the clearings and dramatic vistas of the Banks Peninsula, the gardens offer a lesson in life. For wine enthusiasts, the lodge also houses a wine cellar, providing guests with the opportunity to sample some of New Zealand's finest wines.