Luxury shaped by
mountains, lake, and light.

Luxury in the Heart of Queenstown

Perched high above Lake Wakatipu, The Carlin is Queenstown’s most exclusive boutique hotel - a sanctuary where elegance, intimacy, and natural beauty converge. From sweeping alpine views to world-class service, every detail is designed to elevate your stay beyond expectation. Experience refined luxury, reimagined in New Zealand’s most spectacular setting.

Suites

Your Private Retreat Awaits

Each of The Carlin’s suites is an expression of understated opulence - offering panoramic lake and mountain views, private outdoor spas, and bespoke interiors crafted for comfort and calm. Whether you’re escaping for a romantic weekend or travelling with family and friends, our one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites provide the perfect balance of privacy and indulgence.

Modern room with a black grand piano, large windows, and a balcony overlooking green forested mountains.
Modern hotel bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, hanging lamps, bench, and sliding glass door opening to a balcony with a hot tub and mountain lake view.
Gourmet dishes with two glasses of wine set on a white marble table in a fine dining setting.

Dine

An In-Suite Culinary Experience to Savour

At The Carlin, every meal embodies the same comfort, elegance, and attention to detail that define your stay. Our in-suite dining celebrates locally sourced ingredients, seasonal flavours, and the artistry of world-class chefs.

Begin your day with breakfast on the terrace as the first light touches Lake Wakatipu, or end it with a beautifully plated dinner served in the privacy of your suite. Each dish is a tribute to the region’s bounty - perfectly complemented by boutique wines from Central Otago’s most acclaimed vineyards.

Our approach: crafted with care, inspired by the seasons, and refined to perfection.

Wellness

Mind, Body & Mountain Silence

At The Carlin, wellness is woven gently into the stay - never intrusive, always indulgent. From in-suite spa treatments and bespoke wellness rituals to fitness options and private outdoor spas, The Carlin offers moments of stillness and rejuvenation inspired by the natural serenity of Queenstown.

Woman giving a back massage to a person lying on a massage table on a balcony overlooking a town, lake, and mountains.

Discover Queenstown

Adventure Meets Elegance

From alpine peaks to tranquil lake shores, Queenstown is a destination that inspires. Whether you’re chasing adventure, world-class vineyards, or quiet luxury, The Carlin places you at the centre of it all. Let our concierge team craft a bespoke itinerary - so you can experience Queenstown, your way.

Cable car gondola suspended on cables above trees with a mountain and lake backdrop under a cloudy sky.
Crowded pedestrian street in Queenstown with mountain and houses in the background under clear sky.

Join The Carlin Club

Adventure Meets Elegance

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