Gibbston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kawarau Suspension Bridge which includes a bridge, mountains and a river or creek
Kawarau Suspension Bridge featuring views, a bridge and hiking or walking
Kawarau Suspension Bridge showing a river or creek, rapids and kayaking or canoeing
Kawarau Suspension Bridge which includes a river or creek
Kawarau Suspension Bridge showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway

Known as the “Valley of the Vines,” beautiful Gibbston is a playground for extreme sports enthusiasts and a delight for wine lovers.

Visit Gibbston to explore the largest wine cave in New Zealand and sample the region’s famous pinot noirs, chardonnays and more. Take a tour through the vineyards with an expert to see how the grapes are cultivated to give each variety its unique flavour. Those with a taste for adventure can bungee jump from the nearby bridge or hike and cycle along trails in the nearby forest.

Nestled in a picturesque location between Otago’s mountain ranges and the Kawarau River Gorge, Gibbston’s cold, dry climate produces wines that are renowned throughout the world. If you are a lover of fine wine, be sure to take a tour of one of the vineyards. At Gibbston Valley Winery, you can take a tour through New Zealand’s largest wine cave.

Tours at most wineries include a walk around the vines, a trip to see the makers at work and, of course, a tasting of the winery’s prize produce. Tours run throughout the day and bookings are essential. Private tours are also available.

The surrounding countryside is perfect for exploring by bike. Rent one from the Gibbston Valley Biking Centre and ask the staff about the range of different trails nearby. You can choose from a gentle cruise to fast, downhill slopes. Alternatively, arrange a guided tour to get a different insight into the scenery.

Daredevils can head to Kawarau Bridge at the western end of the valley. Test your nerves with a bungee jump over the wild river far below. If this doesn’t appeal, you can enjoy a scenic walk along the gorge.

Stay into the evening and dine in one of the excellent winery restaurants. Be sure to try the locally produced cheese made from sheep’s milk and sample some more local wines with your meal.

Accommodation are limited in Gibbston and many visitors come here as a daytrip from the more populated Queenstown, located a 30-minute drive west. You will also find several hotels in Arrowtown, a short drive north.

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

5 out of 5
1820 State Highway 6, Gibbston, Otago
The price is ฿10,327 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿10,327
฿11,876 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Gibbston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"The spa was basic but the massage therapist was excellent. The experience felt rushed as they are under staffed however"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Cottages at Kinross

Cottages at Kinross

4 out of 5
2300 Gibbston Highway (State Hwy 6), Gibbston, Otago
The price is ฿4,624 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿4,624
฿5,317 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star lodge in Gibbston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Waitiri Creek Wines and Mt. Rosa Wines are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
"Unique and gorgeous antiques. Lobby fireplace cozy. Staff was great. Such a beautiful building, grounds, and rooms. Thermal pools were being renovated so they gave us free entry to the Polynesian thermal pools. Wish we could have stayed longer."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Cottages at Kinross
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4 out of 5
88 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is ฿4,629 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿4,629
฿5,324 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,292 reviews)
"The absolute breath taking, front row seat of the Remarkables. The location was perfect as it was just outside of Queenstown, so nice and quiet, but still so close to everywhere you wanted to be/needed to go. Parking was great with quick and easy access. Very happy with our stay!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5 out of 5
110 Frankton Road, Queenstown
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,380 reviews)
Très belle vue
"Cet hébergement ne mérite pas ses 5 étoiles à part pour la vue qui est magnifique. L'appartement aurait besoin d'être rénové notamment au niveau du mobilier et de la salle de bain avec des joints noirs et pommeau de douche cassé. Les chambres sont mal insonorisées notamment au niveau du bruit de ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments

3.5 out of 5
66-70 Thompson Street, Queenstown
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (549 reviews)
"modern apartments, great lake views from some rooms, quiet and walkable (steep hill though)"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Highview Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Gibbston