Description
Nestled amidst magnificent native forests and valleys, Treetops Lodge & Estate offers a uniquely New Zealand experience. The Lodge's elegant architectural style is derived from this country’s pioneering past and timber and stone finishes echo the beauty and simplicity of the great outdoors and the vast, private wonderland in which the lodge is so exclusively located.
Treetop Lodge's communal areas are welcoming and comfortable, enjoy breakfast in the light sunny conservatory or delve into a book in front of the fire in the magnificent Great Room or cosy wood panelled library. The lodge has been designed as a warm, shared space and guests can chose to take a section of it with friends and family, with their own exclusive kitchen and living areas, or alternatively it is the perfect place to meet other travellers over an evening drink or dinner and share experiences.
Cuisine at Treetops is very central to your stay and not only are the finest dishes and accompanying wines served, but the lodge also offers a private 'wild food cooking experience' which includes a 4WD excursion deep into the bush to discover the magnificent wildlife population or birds, mammals and fish. A one hour stroll follows to collect indigenous herbs and spices and on return to the lodge's kitchen you learn the art of indigenous dishes with the lodge's Maori chefs.
All Suites, whether within the lodge building or in one of the more private villas are the ultimate in warmth and comfort, with no expense spared to satisfy your senses. A visual splendour spreads before you with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and each room has its own unique character, individual style and design with a beckoning, bubbling spa bath.
Rotorua is New Zealand’s own adventure playground and Treetops is ideally placed within easy reach of this geothermal wonderland, spectacular Lake District and the Bay of Plenty. Treetops offers a 'sophisticated safari’ with an unparalleled range of activities and exhilarating experiences from thrill seeking adventures to relaxed waterfall walks. Trout fishing, horse riding, hiking, mountain biking and eco safaris are just a few of the activities available and for children additional adventures and activities have been devised to excite, educate and enthral.
Accommodation
Although the secluded Villas Suites are perfect for couples, Treetops has purposely designed the Lodge Wing which is good for groups of friends and families with a home away from home feel, with luxury rooms in a communal atmosphere. Its four Lodge Suites can be booked separately or can be taken together with its own kitchen, living and dining area and four beautifully appointed Suites. The 4 exquisite Villa Suites are in pairs (& can be adjoined) and offer kitchenettes and lavish lounges.
Childcare
Children are very welcome at Treetops who have purposely created a family friendly lodge. Many of the adult activities can be tailored for children and specific activities arranged for children include magical teddy bears picnics, baking, archery, weaving, tree planting, treasure hunting with a GPS, riding and mountain biking. Children's meals can be provided as can cots and babysitting.
Facilities
Fine cuisine is integral to the Treetops experience and the hotel have a cooking school as well as a programme to educate guests in indigenous cuisine. A living room, library, games room with billiards table, day room with sofas, welcoming kitchen, conservatory and dining room make up the main lodge where guests can relax and enjoy the lodge's fine food, wines and hospitality.
Activities
Complimentary activities include hiking and jogging trails, nature walks and unguided trout fishing in the lakes. From December to February all guests can enjoy two one-hour complimentary guided nature activities each day including learning about the star constellations, waterfall visits and bird watching. There is also abseiling, archery, clay target shooting, eco tours, fly fishing, hunting, riding, mountain biking, sailing, 4WD experience, 4WD motorbiking and kayaking onsite or nearby.
When to travel
The climate in New Zealand is incredibly pleasant, with warm and balmy summers and cold crisp winter months with wonderful clear, blue skies. The warmer high-season months of November to April are perfect for outdoor exploration. The colder months of June to August are the best time to ski.
Both North and South Islands are drier on the east coast, rather than on the west, where mountain ranges act as a trap for the moisture-rich winds from the Tasman Sea. It is also worth remembering that it is usually a few degrees cooler on the South Island than the North Island and as New Zealand has a maritime climate, the weather can change rapidly.
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Location and directions
Rotorua, New Zealand
Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand
