阿祖爾旅館(Azur Luxury Lodge)

Not what we expected. We didn’t think this was 5 star at all. PROS—if you like lodging close to a city, Azur is very close to the hustle and bustle of nice restaurants and shops in Queenstown. Views from rooms are ok. CONS—rooms are NOT luxurious, carpet is cheap and very low quality, TV is oddly placed and low quality, beds are 2 singles joined together so you can feel the ridge in the middle, and my husband’s side was lower than my side. Very uncomfortable for couples!!! Bathroom area was nice though. Huge flies were flying around in our room when we checked in. The rooms are located downhill and you have to walk up and down very steep hills to get to your room. My husband and I are very fit and we could do the walk but this is not a friendly walk for older folks or disabled folks. They have golf carts that can drive you up and down but it’s still a very steep hill. The food is just average. The breakfast served in the room was not complete—an item was missing from our order, the plate was sweaty because it came covered because it was transported from the lodge all the way down the hill. My coffee came in a sippy cup so that it didn’t spill. Sippy cup in a 5 star hotel??? Nahhhh!! There’s no dinner option in the hotel. You have to head to town to eat or order Uber eats . The missing dinner option actually in my opinion makes this hotel/lodging a 3 or 4 star at the most. I’m not sure where the 5 star reviews come from, but my husband and I did not like this hotel. Sorry to burst your bubble but we have traveled extensively and stayed in many luxurious 5 star hotels all over the world and Azur lodge is a 3 star….maybe we’ll give it 4 star because of the nice bathroom and the proximity to town. There were even cobwebs in the table lamp!! We had just stayed 2 nights in Blanket Bay resort in Glenorchy and that was EXCEPTIONAL!!!—-a 10 star hotel!!!! If you’re looking for true luxury, go to Blanket Bay…I’d give Azur a miss!!!

My wife and I concluded our month long trip to Australia and New Zealand at the Azur Lodge on the South Island of NZ. It was a fitting ending to an amazing trip! The Azur is a spectacular property located on the hillside above Queenstown, with beautiful views of the city, Queenstown Bay, Lake Wakatipu and the mountains appropriately named The Remarkables. The stunning view as you enter the villa is breathtaking. Whether sitting on the balcony or luxuriating in the bath you are surrounded by natural beauty. The staff is extraordinary; well trained, engaging and personable. The breakfast each morning - served in either our room or at the lodge was delicious. The room was beautifully/luxuriously appointed. We can't say enough superlative things about our stay at Azur!

We stayed at Azur at the end of a two week vacation through New Zealand. It was the perfect way to end our trip. The team at Azur is wonderful and attentive. They made every part of our stay so special. Breakfast was delicious. The afternoon tea and canapés were such a nice touch. We appreciated the drives into town for dinner, hiking, etc. We celebrated my birthday during this stay and the team helped my husband with special touches upon our arrival. Not to be forgotten- the view from our villa was spectacular. Queenstown was our favorite city. The Azur team was helpful with recommendations of local things to do. I highly recommend Azur! 5 stars!

This place is spectacular. It is luxury on steroids. Each cabin is so private. The amenities are excellent. The food is amazing, as is the great staff. Catalina, Will, Alex and Victoria made our stay a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The view of the lake and the mountains from our room was enough that we didn't want to leave. We could have just stayed on-property the whole time. Don't miss it.

Azur Lodge is other worldly. The lodge is gorgeous, peaceful and provides spectacular rooms and views. The people are truly world class and from around the world. They are the kindest, most helpful, professional and wonderful people. They are immediately like friends…that want you to have the most positive memorable experience. This is our second visit to Azur…last time was 8 years ago. And Azur is simply consistent world class. To me, Azur is a must stay home away from home…as everything about it…is uplifting, kind, positive and simply the place to create magical memories. we shall return.