The Headwaters Eco Lodge | Award-Winning Accommodation and Dining

WELCOME TO THE HEADWATERS

Come and stay for an unforgettable immersive experience

New Zealand’s award-winning eco lodge and 2024 Tourism Awards Finalist for the environment.

Come and experience the lodge and our cosy chalets located in Glenorchy, a spectacularly beautiful township at the head of Lake Wakatipu.

Stay with us

Dine with us

Experience with us

Relax and embrace nature
with a Glenorchy adventure

Stay in our unique and
welcoming lodge

The perfect location for your next
leadership, business, or VIP event

Whatever the season, the lodge is the
perfect wedding venue for your special day

Labour Weekend Special

Labour Weekend is a cherished time to enjoy leisure activities, reunite with family and friends, and embark on short getaways to explore the stunning landscapes of Aotearoa. This holiday fosters a sense of community and relaxation, embodying the Kiwi spirit of balance between work and play. Come and stay at the Lodge and embrace all we have to offer - nature, relaxation, good food and wine and the great outdoors!

Simply use the coupon code: PAY2STAY3 when you select your dates to trigger the offer and get a one night accommodation plus breakfast for 2 people absolutely FREE.

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Premium Eco Chalet at The Headwaters Eco Lodge

Premium chalet at The Headwaters Eco Lodge

STAY WITH US

Find rest and nourishment
with a stay in our private premium chalets

The Headwaters Lodge accommodation features elegantly appointed, supremely quiet, premium chalets.

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DINE WITH US

An artfully delicious experience created by our talented team of chefs

The Headwaters Lodge Dining Room is an exceptional Central Otago food and wine destination paying homage to fresh, local, seasonal produce with a garden-to-table ethos.

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Enjoy unique dining experiences 
with friends and family

The freshest ingredients from
our kitchen garden

A food destination with a view

Our Location

Just 45 minutes from Queenstown, one of the world’s most scenic drives alongside Lake Whakatipu transports visitors to another world, home of The Headwaters Eco Lodge in the stunning village of Glenorchy.

EXPERIENCE GLENORCHY

Surrounded by lush mountain trails, glacier-fed lakes, and braided river valleys

There are so many things to do in Glenorchy, you'll wonder how to fit it all in! Explore our range of expertly-curated all-inclusive adventures, or book an activity with us to enjoy the best of what’s on offer and create lifelong memories.

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THE PERFECT CORPORATE VENUE

Learn, discover,
inspire and reconnect
with your team

The perfect venue for your next corporate retreat, complete with large welcoming meeting rooms, fresh catering by our talented culinary team, the latest technology, and accommodation options to suit your team's needs.

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Testimonials

“ Very lovely public and private areas. The dining and lounging areas were full of art and style. Very sensitive and thoughtful environment, fostering a sense of sharing and community. ”

“ Glenorchy is the perfect antidote to any built-up, stress-inducing, traffic-filled, busy environment. Rustic luxury and sustainable living are everything here. Every detail of the building, inside and outside, has a story and a reason, even the stones in the concrete floor are a mosaic replicating the region's rivers. It is simply beautiful. ”

“ Visiting Glenorchy and staying at the lodge is true escapism...where you can revel in the mountain splendour, relax with restorative experiences and connect with the unique local community. ”

WEDDINGS AT THE HEADWATERS

A magical wedding venue for the most important day of your life

The Headwaters Lodge is one of the most intimate and idyllic places in New Zealand for a wedding. Our custom-designed packages delivered by an experienced team ensure treasured memories to last a lifetime.

EVENTS CALENDAR

A dynamic and richly diverse event programme for all

Our events calendar is packed with a range of activities and events including regular morning yoga sessions, evening programs, winemaker dinners, performing arts, cultural workshops, and fascinating guest speakers.

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MEDIA ARTICLES

Each meal is served with delight and generosity. We were served dishes that made sense of the incredible smells that had been coming from the kitchen all day - a chicken-duck consommé, stuffed quail, rabbit roulade and individual cassoulets, then a wedge of Brie de Meaux with truffled honey and, finally, a homemade tarte au citron. Enjoy the gentle pace of Glenorchy and woozily stroll back to your warm room after dinner, the soft glow of the Milky Way guiding your path.

Jesse Mulligan, Viva Dining Out Editor