Hilton Queenstown Modifies Name

Two years after its grand opening, the Hilton Queenstown, located on New Zealand’s South Island, has changed its name to the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa.

Situated at the foothills of the Remarkables mountain range, the property is a jumping off point for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and exploring hiking and biking trails in the summer, as well as the numerous adventure sports in the surrounding area, including Bungee Jumping, which began in New Zealand.

“We felt somewhat confined by the original name, which didn’t quite communicate the expansiveness of the guest experience here,” said Andrew Nisbet, general manager. “As a resort and spa, we’re really embracing this destination as a place to experience some of the greatest natural wonders and most exhilarating pursuits available in all New Zealand.”

In celebration of its new conception, the resort has unveiled a new spa package, “Escape to eforea”, which includes:

- Accommodation for two in a lake-view room with floor-to-ceiling windows, private balcony and a schist stone fireplace

- Two half-hour massages (per stay) at the eforea spa: at Hilton, with 20% discounts on additional treatments

- Full buffet breakfast at Wakatipu Grill

Guests can opt for à la carte treatments like the Meditation Massage using deep aromatic oils, or select from three distinct spa journeys – Essentials, Escape and Men’s. The three-level spa includes a 25-metre heated pool with adjoining hot tub, sauna and steam rooms, and fully equipped fitness centre.

Hilton now has four properties spread throughout the country, with the Queenstown location being the only resort & spa.