HotelChatter

Conde Nast / New Zealand Hotels / Hotel News / → All Tags

New Zealand's Priciest Hotel Gets the Gold

Where: 60 Tapeka Road, Russell, New Zealand

The Conde Nast Traveller Gold List for 2008 is out, detailing properties that received the highest ratings in the annual Readers' Travel Awards survey (as well as some editors' favorites), and some truly amazing properties made the roll.

For example, in the Best Ambiance/Design category, the Eagles Nest in Bay of Islands, New Zealand comes in at #1. If you just happen to be looking to drop $1,150 to $3,500 per night, the Eagles Nest may be just the place for you. This ultra-posh complex of five villas is situated on a headland above the sea with sweeping views of the bay, and is known for it's stunning location as much as its superior amenities and service.

Along with the Gold List award, the Eagles Nest also holds the distinction of being the most expensive rental accommodation in all of New Zealand. But when one considers the included amenities, it's almost a bargain. Each private villa is outfitted with an extensive wine cellar, a heated Infinity edge lap pool, and chic glass-and-chrome designer furnishings. Guests of the villas also get the services of their own personal chefs, personal trainers, a butler, and a Porsche to use during their stay.

Just don't plan on bringing the kiddies. These villas will make accommodations for pets but come with a warning that children are unwelcome.

[Photo: DesignRhea]