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The Headwaters Eco Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star luxury holiday park near Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve

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Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Premium Eco Chalet
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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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

Room options

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Family Eco Suite

Family Eco Suite

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

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Eco Chalet

Eco Chalet

  • 16.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Eco Chalet

Premium Eco Chalet

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

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About the area

Glenorchy

Glenorchy retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Wakatipu with a stay here. Glenorchy Wharf is within half a mile (1 km) and Routeburn Shelter is within 20 miles (32 km).
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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 Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 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

5-star luxury holiday park near Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve
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 holiday park measures 1292 square feet (120 square meters) 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 kilometers and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Glenorchy holiday park is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2018
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Headwaters Eco Lodge offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Glenorchy holiday park provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 85

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike storage
  • Golf driving range
  • Spa services

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 signage
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Chef
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • LED light bulbs
  • Soundproofing

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 percent 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 up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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.

Property payment types

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)
  • 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 percent

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the holiday park before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 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

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
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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

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" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

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

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