Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown
Alpine lodge meets European boutique — ski-lodge warmth with genuine sophistication. Cocooning interiors, bespoke art, and a strong sense of place without feeling themed.
Book a lake-view room — the street-view rooms save money but you came to Queenstown for those views
Why It Matters
One of Queenstown's few truly characterful 5-star options that feels local rather than generic. The award-winning Lombardi Restaurant draws both guests and locals. The hot tub garden with views of Cecil and Walter Peaks is one of the better post-ski wind-downs in town. Proudly Qualmark-certified.
Hotel St Moritz sits on a hill above Queenstown's centre — a 5-star MGallery property that leans hard into its alpine-lodge identity without losing the polish of a proper city hotel. The design is a deliberate nod to the Swiss town it's named after: warm cocooning tones, bespoke furniture, and artwork that references the surrounding landscape. Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables are the view from most rooms worth booking here.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Alpine Suite
A proper 54 sqm apartment-style suite with a separate king bedroom, lounge and dining area, wet bar, and ensuite with both walk-in shower and separate soaking bath. Nespresso machine, microwave, and two 42-inch TVs. Street/driveway-facing version — same generous layout without the lake premium.
King · 54 sqm
Alpine Suite, Garden View
The full 54 sqm Alpine Suite configuration but overlooking the hotel's garden. Wet bar, lounge, dining area, separate king bedroom, ensuite with walk-in shower and separate bath, Nespresso, microwave. Day-bed available for an extra person at an additional charge.
King · 54 sqmAlpine Suite, Lake View
The 54 sqm suite with Lake Wakatipu and mountain views. Full apartment-style layout: wet bar, lounge, dining, separate king bedroom, ensuite with walk-in shower and bath. Nespresso and microwave included. Bay and mountain views from the living areas.
King · 54 sqmAlpine Suite, Lake View Balcony
The flagship standard suite: 54 sqm with a Juliet balcony over Lake Wakatipu and panoramic mountain views. Reviewed glowingly for anniversary and celebration stays. Full apartment layout with wet bar, lounge, separate king bedroom, ensuite with both walk-in shower and soaking bath, Nespresso. The balcony for sunrises is the reason to book it.
King · 54 sqm
Guest Room
The entry-level room at St Moritz, and still a solid 36 sqm. Overlooks the street and driveway, so no lake drama here. Features a 42-inch LCD TV, armchair, writing desk, glass walk-in shower ensuite, and Nespresso-level toiletries. Can be configured as twin on request.
King (twin on request) · 36 sqmGuest Room, Garden View
Same 36 sqm footprint as the entry Guest Room but looks out over the hotel's garden rather than the driveway. A reasonable middle ground if the lake-view premium feels steep. All the same in-room kit: LCD TV, walk-in shower, armchair, desk.
King (twin on request) · 36 sqmGuest Room, Lake View
The lake-view version of the standard room — same 36 sqm but worth the jump for the Wakatipu and Remarkables vista. Sumptuously appointed with the same glass walk-in shower, LCD TV, armchair, and desk. The view does the heavy lifting.
King (twin on request) · 36 sqmGuest Room, Lake View Balcony
The lake-view guest room with a Juliet balcony added — same 36 sqm but you can step outside with a coffee and watch the boats on Lake Wakatipu. Panoramic mountain and lake views. Guests consistently rate this the sweet spot for value and experience.
King (twin on request) · 36 sqmTwo Bedroom Suite, Lake View
The largest offering at 90 sqm, combining the Alpine Suite and a Guest Room via connecting door. Two king beds, lake views, panoramic mountain outlook. Typically created from adjacent room inventory (plus three dedicated two-bedroom apartments). Sleeps up to five. The go-to for families or two couples traveling together.
2 x King · 90 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Cycling is flagged as an activity available through or around the hotel. Queenstown has extensive trail networks nearby.
Full-sized woodfired pizzas every Monday and Thursday at Lombardi Restaurant. A good-value option compared to the regular à la carte menu.
Woodfired culinary menu at Lombardi every Wednesday and Sunday, with a complimentary Chef's salad and house-made ice cream included.
A gourmet picnic on the shoreline of Lake Wakatipu, paired with an exclusive audio guide narrated from the perspective of a local Kōmatua (Māori elder). A genuinely local experience that goes beyond the standard hotel excursion package.
The hotel's concierge platform allows guests to book Queenstown activities (ski fields, Shotover Jet, AJ Hackett Bungy, etc.) directly. Shuttle buses to ski fields are available from nearby stops.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A private events space with panoramic lake and mountain views via floor-to-ceiling windows. Capacity up to 90 seated, 80 for banquets. Available for corporate meetings, private dinners, and weddings.
A fireplace in the lobby/bar area — though guest reviews note it is not always lit, which is a missed opportunity on cold evenings.
A reading library within the Lombardi Quarter. Also functions as a private dining room for events.
Available on request — advance notice recommended.
A native terraced garden setting that houses the hot tubs and provides an outdoor retreat.
On-site underground parking at NZD $35/night ($25 for Accor ALL members). Valet assistance available on request. Height restrictions apply for campervans. Book in advance during peak ski season.
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