Situated 45km from Queenstown, Camp Glenorchy offers accommodation in Glenorchy, surrounded by mountain views. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi abd heated floors. A cooked breakfast and 3 course dinner is also provided with all accommodation types. Outdoor adventures such as skiing, cycling, skydiving, tramping and horse-riding can all be enjoyed within close proximity of Camp Glenorchy. Routeburn Track is 19 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 50 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
2 bunk beds
or
2 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Glenorchy
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful setting, very friendly staff, loved the compost toilet and very well designed ecolodge.
  • Therese
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely place to stay, restful and peaceful, gorgeous setting. Chalet spotless, very comfortable. So enjoyed our stay, and the food was amazing. Especially loved sitting by the big fire in the evening.
  • Fiona
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was delicious. Lovely chef who cooked to order.

Managed by The Headwaters Eco Lodge

Company review score: 9.5Based on 72 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Headwaters Eco Lodge opened in March 2018, it has been created from the ground up using green design philosophies and is the first ever guest accommodation designed according to the Living Building Challenge - the most rigorous sustainability standards in the world. The Living Building Challenge (LBC) suggests buildings should function as cleanly and efficiently as a flower, using this metaphor to guide performance across seven ‘petals’ of sustainability: Health & Happiness, Energy, Water, Materials, Place, Beauty and Equity. To achieve LBC’s imperatives, The Headwaters Eco Lodge has been created through a process of collaboration; in contrast to typical building projects which involve architects, designers, engineers and tradespeople working in silos, The Headwater’s approach also included local artists, craftspeople, and energy management specialists. The Headwaters Lodge is the vision and collaborative creation of Paul and Debbi Brainerd, philanthropists who have previously established environmentally-sensitive, community-based education projects in North America. The Lodge seeks to in inspire and share learnings about new standards in sustainable tourism.

Property information

The Headwaters Lodge at Camp Glenorchy sits in the heart of the beautiful scenic village of Glenorchy. It encompasses a stunning Lodge and 14 beautiful chalets perfect for couples, families and groups alike. The Headwaters Lodge is New Zealand’s first Net Positive energy visitor destination. All profits from The Headwaters Lodge benefit the Glenorchy Community Trust, directed by local community members. TIME Magazine has named The Headwater Eco Lodge at Camp Glenorchy in the World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2019. Featured in its September 2019 issue, The Headwaters Eco Lodge is the only New Zealand accommodation chosen to make this list, and one of only 44 of TIME Magazine’s “must go” accommodation destinations in the world. Outdoor adventures such as guided walks, skiing, cycling, skydiving, tramping and horse-riding, mountain biking, jet boat, can all be enjoyed within close proximity of the Lodge.

Neighbourhood information

Blessed with a remarkable array of natural beauty and terrain, Glenorchy offers something for everyone, from the peaceful to the exhilarating to the sublime. We help our guests at The Headwaters Eco Lodge to explore the area on foot, on bikes and horseback; by jet boat, canyoning or funyak; via 4WD all-terrain vehicles, heli or plane-- with or without an expert tramping, photography, birding or movie set location guide. There are a multitude of options for immersing yourself in Glenorchy's natural beauty, from a 30-minute wander around our historic township, to a 45-minute boardwalk through a pristine lagoon at the edge of town to your choice of gorgeous hikes of varying lengths all less than an hour away. If you would like to revitalise the spirit, we offer on-site morning yoga classes three times a week at The Headwaters Lodge. All guests and the community are welcome to join by koha donation.

Languages spoken

German,English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Headwaters Eco Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

The Headwaters Eco Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Headwaters Eco Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Headwaters Eco Lodge

  • The Headwaters Eco Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at The Headwaters Eco Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Headwaters Eco Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Full body massage
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Massage chair
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The Headwaters Eco Lodge is 550 yards from the centre of Glenorchy. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Headwaters Eco Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Headwaters Eco Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.