Where to Play & Stay in New Zealand

At Tribù Golf Travel, we believe your time off the course should be just as memorable as your rounds on it. The right accommodations, dining, and experiences elevate a golf trip into something far more — a journey where each stop feels purposeful and effortless.

In New Zealand, golf is only part of the story. Here are some of the pairings we love most, where exceptional play meets unforgettable stays.

Auckland & Waiheke Island

Begin in Auckland at The Hotel Britomart, the country’s first 5 Green Star hotel. Its timber-lined rooms and stylish Landing Suites blend sustainability with understated luxury. From here, a short ferry ride takes you to Waiheke Island, where vineyard cycling, private wine tastings, and long seaside lunches set the perfect tone for the journey ahead.

Te Arai Links

Just north of the city lies Te Arai Links, already regarded as one of the world’s premier golf destinations. The South Course by Coore & Crenshaw and the North Course by Tom Doak deliver links golf of the highest caliber. Off the course, the resort’s villas and cottages offer a seamless blend of indoor-outdoor living, steps away from white-sand beaches. Dining is equally inspired: from Ric’s lively social scene around The Playground putting course, to Ocean Restaurant’s seasonal menus with sweeping coastal views.

Taupō & Huka Lodge

In the heart of the North Island, Taupō combines volcanic landscapes with alpine calm. Play The Kinloch Club or Wairakei Golf & Sanctuary, then retreat to Huka Lodge, one of New Zealand’s most iconic retreats. Riverside suites, fine dining, and natural hot springs make this a haven for golfers and non-golfers alike. Days here can flow effortlessly from the course to fly fishing, lake adventures, or evenings by the fire.

Hawke’s Bay: Cape Kidnappers & Craggy Range

Perched high above the Pacific, Cape Kidnappers is Tom Doak at his most dramatic — cliff-top holes that rank among the world’s best. Pair the adrenaline of the course with a stay at Craggy Range Vineyard Cottages, where luxury accommodations sit among the vines. Multi-course dinners, sweeping vineyard views, and private tastings make this one of New Zealand’s most indulgent pairings of golf and wine.

Queenstown: Jack’s Point & Millbrook Resort

On the South Island, Queenstown offers alpine golf at its finest. Jack’s Point delivers fairways that hug the edge of Lake Wakatipu beneath the Remarkables mountain range, while Millbrook Resort offers three nine-hole loops, luxury accommodations, and a spa perfect for couples and families. Off the fairways, helicopter tours over Milford Sound, glacier landings, and Central Otago vineyard tastings bring the destination to life in unforgettable ways.

The Tribù Golf Travel Touch

New Zealand golf is extraordinary on its own — but when paired with thoughtful accommodations, curated dining, and seamless flow, it becomes one of the most rewarding journeys in the world. At Tribù Golf Travel, we craft every detail: securing coveted tee times, booking the right villa or lodge, aligning meals with your travel rhythm, and building in experiences that balance golfers and non-golfers alike. This is more than a golf trip. It’s a New Zealand journey designed around you.

➡️ For deeper inspiration, read our Golfer’s Guide to the North Island by Cameron Ferguson or explore our Golfer’s Guide to the South Island, focused on Queenstown.

Dreaming of your next golf getaway? 

Let Tribù Travel design a custom journey that pairs world-class courses with unforgettable experiences. 👉 Start planning your trip here