Top 5 Apres Ski Spots
The winter cold is looming, but don’t let that stop you from chilling out! Here are our staff picks for some favourite places to keep the winter chill at bay – or just keep on partying – after a hard day on the slopes….
Bayview Chateau Tongariro - In the heart of the
Whakapapa ski area, this historic hotel at the foot of Mount Ruapheu is a Kiwi icon of après ski. Unstrap your boots and enjoy the glorious mountain views from the floor-to-ceiling Ngauruhoe Window, or settle in beside the roaring open fire in the plush Ruapehu Lounge.
Cardrona Hotel - An oldie but a goodie! Nestled in the Cardrona Valley and handy to the ski areas of both
Wanaka and
Queenstown, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a spot of rustic yesteryear charm and a pint after a hard day on the slopes.
Queenstown – Just about anywhere in this Winter Party Capital is guaranteed to deliver some seriously good après-ski fun. And nothing says mad-cap après ski fun quite like
Queenstown’s annual
Winter Festival – this year from 26 June-4 July. From jazz and cabaret, to dog barking competitions, there’s something to tickle everyone’s après-ski fancy.
Skyline Restaurant - Catch the gondola up to the Top of Bob’s Peak and watch the sun slip down as you unwind over a meal and a glass of local vino at the
Skyline Restaurant. The views are nothing short of spectacular!
Millbrook Resort - On Malaghans Road, in the hills above picture perfect Arrowtown, Millbrook just oozes stylish après-ski. Enjoy a spot of luxury at the
Millbrook Resort spa, or head home early from the slopes and tackle the Millbrook's 18-hole championship golf course. Don’t get distracted by the views as you tee off!
