Gateway Accommodation to
Central Otago & The Southern Lakes

In the 1860's gold was discovered hidden beneath the stark beauty of New Zealand's Central Otago landscape.

The next great rush was to capture Central Otago's sunshine in the juice of apples, apricots, cherries and other stone fruits.

Then, towards the end of last century the secret was out. The stony soils, distinct seasons and low rainfall of Central Otago were ideal for producing gold of different kind. Wine.

Now, more and more New Zealand and overseas visitors are discovering the golden opportunities of Central Otago and the Southern Lakes as guests of Cromwell's Golden Gate Lodge - the place to stay in all seasons, and for all reasons.

No other hotel accommodation of our size (47 studio rooms) and with our facilities (restaurants, bars, conference centre) is closer to the main wine making and fruit growing areas of Central Otago, ski fields, river and lake activities, tourist attractions, historic places and scenic diversity.

As for golf, the news doesn't get any better.   The Golden Gate Lodge borders the 18-hole international Cromwell Golf Course - one of New Zealand's best country courses.

Continue exploring our website to see why Golden Gate Lodge in Cromwell, Central Otago has so much to offer… meeting and conference centre; wedding venue; overnight stay and holiday destination whether seeking romantic times together or looking to have family fun times.