The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences

04/06/2026

We're proud to support the annual fundraising efforts of Hato Hone St John by donating a Queenstown family getaway to their Annual Appeal auction.

The package offers a family of four the chance to experience a luxury lakeside stay at The Rees, overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables. Every bid helps support the vital services Hato Hone St John provides to communities throughout New Zealand.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/travel-events-activities/holiday-packages/new-zealand/listing/5963933798?archive=1

Queenstown Family Getaway Valued at $10,929 Package includes: $2000 worth of Air New Zealand flight vouchers 3 nights' accommodation including breakfast...

19/05/2026

Not long now until these mountains trade autumn tones for fresh snow. Queenstown’s favourite season is on its way. Who’s planning their first ski day already?

09/05/2026

Strong women are the heartbeat of hospitality. 💐😍

They lead with confidence, care deeply, adapt quickly, lift others up and somehow keep everything moving, often all at once.

This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women of The Rees Hotel who show every day that women can lead businesses, raise families, build careers, chase goals and still make time to care for everyone around them.

To Micka, Fleur, Vandana, mum-to-be Anna, and all the incredible mums on our team, thank you for reminding us every day that there is no limit to what women can achieve.

08/05/2026

Next Wednesday at The Rees, register via Humanitix link!

How could we do democracy better?

Come along to our Catalyst Kōrero on Wednesday, 13 May, to hear from a global leader about how to empower communities through practical alternatives to adversarial politics.

30/04/2026

We are proud to share that we are finalists in the Awards for Excellence.

Our Executive Chef, Trent Watson, has been recognised as a finalist in the Best Chef category, and The Rees Hotel is a finalist in the People’s Choice Best Hotel category.

This recognition reflects the dedication, consistency, and craft delivered by our team every day.

Now we need your support to take it one step further.
Vote for us and help bring it home.

https://awardsforexcellence2026.awardstage.com/public/judging/carousel?EntryId=231886

Every vote makes a difference. Thank you for being part of our journey.

30/04/2026

Celebrating something special?

Our Lakeview Penthouses provide the ideal setting for private occasions, with tailored touches, uninterrupted lake views, and the option of a private chef and dedicated wait staff to deliver a seamless dining experience.

Roger’s birthday celebration is a wonderful example of how we bring these experiences to life.

If you are planning an upcoming occasion, our team would be delighted to assist.

If you are interested in booking your own celebration, please contact our Events Team who would be delighted to assist.

02/04/2026

Some moments deserve a proper pause, and this is one of them.

We’re delighted to share that two of our team members, Anna and John, recently tied the knot. It’s always a pleasure to celebrate milestones, but this one feels particularly close to home.

Please join us in wishing them every happiness as they begin this next chapter together.

27/03/2026

We are expecting a few more bikes than usual outside The Rees Hotel Queenstown this Monday evening… and for good reason.

We are proud to host the Catalyst Kōrero with Skye Duncan from Global Designing Cities Initiative, sharing global insights on how streets and public spaces shape more liveable, resilient cities.

Joined by The Lightfoot Initiative, the discussion will also bring a local perspective to the conversation.

All koha will support Queenstown Trails Trust and the development of the active trail between Jacks Point, Hanley Farm and Frankton.

Register via the link below.

Making Queenstown the best little city it can be… | March 30th 2026

16/03/2026

Big ideas for the future of Queenstown.

We are pleased to host the next Catalyst Kōrero at The Rees Hotel Queenstown on Monday, March 30.

Join Skye Duncan, Executive Director of the Global Designing Cities Initiative, as she shares global insights on how thoughtful street and public space design can create more liveable, resilient cities.

Hosted by Catalyst Trust in collaboration with the Lightfoot Initiative, the evening will also explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Queenstown today.

Monday, March 30 | 7.00 – 8.30 pm
Ruma Wai Kahu, The Rees Hotel Queenstown

Register to secure your seat. Koha donations will support the Queenstown Trails Trust.

Parking: Limited parking is available at the hotel, level 3 and level 4.

Sick of sitting stuck in traffic, but don't feel safe ducking around it on your bike?

Join our Catalyst Kōrero with one of the world's leading urban designers, Skye Duncan, to discuss how we could redesign our streets and public spaces – "the connective tissue of our community" – to make our congested, turbocharged town more liveable.

The Lightfoot Initiative will update us on progress (and challenges) already happening here. Koha going to Queenstown Trails Trust's Southern Corridor bike trail. Because it's still some $300,000 short…

Register on the Catalyst Humanitix link below.

03/03/2026

Join us at The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences and be a part of our first 2026 Winemakers' Dinner, featuring award-winning winemaker Jen Parr.

Enjoy welcome drink and canapes on arrival that is followed by Chef Trent's four courses matching wines from Valli.

Reserve your table today 🎟
https://events.humanitix.com/the-rees-hotel-presents-valli-winemakers-dinner