The new six-storey, 57-room ‘mi-pad Queenstown’ puts technology firmly in control of the guest via the “mia” smartphone app - dubbed the country’s first “smart” hotel.
$13.2 million NZ Government fund to create Otago cycle trail network
The New Zealand Government has committed $13.2 million to the proposed extension of Ngā Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail, which will connect four existing Great Rides and link 30 communities.
Dunedin Waterfront Project receives Government funding support
The Dunedin Waterfront Project has taken a step forward by receiving Government support with the Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) investing $820,000 in order to complete a full feasibility assessment and develop a business case.
Cardrona to become New Zealand's largest ski field
A new partnership has been announced between Cardrona Alpine Resort & Queenstown businessman John Darby, combining the Cardrona and Soho ski areas to form 900ha of skiable terrain, making it the largest single ski field in New Zealand.
New Zealand domestic and international guest nights statistics sees annual growth
Stats NZ have reported over 2.5 million nights were spent in commercial accommodation in May 2018, up 1.6 percent from May 2017 with increases shown in the Hotel, Motel and Holiday Park accommodation types.
Event Hospitality to manage Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook National Park
Event Hospitality has announced The Hermitage Hotel in New Zealand's Mount Cook National Park will be the latest addition to the their network, with Event taking over management of the complex.
Sudima Hotels has received approval to build a new 4.5-star, 118-room hotel in Kaikōura, featuring a restaurant and bar, conference facilities, gym and pool - scheduled to open in 2019.
Invercargill Licensing Trust's new CBD hotel proposal
With a budget of up to $40 million, the Invercargill Licensing Trust’s new hotel project on the corner of Don and Dee Streets is set to significantly transform the CBD, creating a modern, stylish space for locals and visitors alike.
Queenstown and Auckland record strong RevPAR growth
Savills Hotels has reported that New Zealand wide RevPAR has increased 9.7%, with Queenstown and Auckland continuing to perform strongly recording RevPAR growth of 18.6% and 8.0%, respectively.
Many New Zealand hotel markets are outperforming their Australian counterparts as demand for rooms continues to outstrip supply with Queenstown, Auckland and Rotorua among Australasia's top markets.
