Welcome
to Arrowtown Escape
Golf.Ski.Bike.Hike.Stay+Play
Retro lodge + Couples cottage, in the heart of Arrowtown
The ultimate Arrowtown base for Group getaways
Golfers + Bike Tours + Trail Riders + Ski /Hike + Girls Weekends + Wine Lovers
Arrowtown Escape Lodge and The Cottage; Arrowtown's most centrally located self-catering lodge for large groups, plus a separate couples Cottage, right in the heart of Arrowtown, steps from the historic laneways of Arrowtown's main street. Arrowtown Escape is your best option for relaxed group travel, ideal base for golf trips, biking adventures, ski holidays, wedding groups & girls getaways looking to explore Arrowtown and the stunning Queenstown Lakes region.
Park up and forget the car — everything is within walking distance. Stroll to Arrowtown’s cafés, bars, dining, designer boutiques and jewellers, grab a craft beer or Otago wine next door to the historic Fork & Tap pub, or stroll along to Dorothy Brown Cinema & Gin Bar. Five mins drive or taxi to Ayrburn's fabulous dining precinct.
After a day on the trails, slopes, or fairways, unwind in your private gardens with a BBQ and drinks under the stars — perfect for long summer evenings or casual post-wedding celebrations.
Arrowtown is surrounded by brilliant golf courses — Arrowtown Golf Club (2 mins drive), The Hills, Millbrook Resort (both 5 mins) — and direct access to the Queenstown Trail, it’s a dream location for golfers and cyclists. Come winter, you’re 15 minutes from Coronet Peak and 25 from The Remarkables ski field, and Crown Range to Wānaka.
Arrowtown Escape offers unbeatable value, supreme comfort, and location —
in one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations.
Arrowtown, voted "New Zealand's most beautiful small town"
2023
Why Arrowtown Escape
Centrally Located
You can't get more Arrowtown than this. Tucked right in the heart of the historic zone, 30 feet from the iconic Fork and Tap pub and surrounded by chic designer shopping boutiques, cafes, wine bars, and local iconic legendary venues, The Blue Door bar and Dorothy Browns cinema & Gin Bar.
Arrowtown Escape puts you right in the middle of everything. No car, no stress, just roll out the door and into it
Unique Vibe
Arrowtown Escape is a 70's-era lodge with a whole lot of character, not a ritzy 5 star resort, not a motel. Arrowtown Escape Lodge + Couples. Cottage is reworked for modern group and family Getaways. Sleep up to 20 guests across the lodge and cottage; perfect for traveling groups , couples , hikers, skiers, golfers, girls getaways
it's the kind of place where you chill, laugh, lounge -and let Arrowtown do the rest
Access Everything
Right on the Arrow River trail, e-biking and walking, close to the action but with that laid back Arrowtown energy. 15 minutes to ski-fields, pristine lakes and in to downtown Queenstown and to Queenstown International Airport. Whether you're biking, hiking, hitting the slopes, the shops or the golf course - its all within easy reach from here
Ayrburn
Ayrburn
Fork n Tap pub
Historic Chinese quarter
From Summer 2025 - Jo takes over the reigns, relaunching Arrowtown Escape Lodge. An avid traveler Jo loves exploring new destinations, discovering great food and wine, and appreciating thoughtful design. When she's not traveling, she channels her expertise into running her own Queenstown prestige buyers agency, helping expats, offshore and international clients find their perfect piece of paradise to call home right here in Queenstown and Arrowtown.
Jo’s warm hospitality shines through in everything she does. She loves hosting guests and is dedicated to making sure your stay is truly memorable. With her personal touches and genuine care, you’ll feel right at home in this cool little reimagined lodge.
Jo lives in Arrowtown, with her guard dog Red (pictured).
