Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa has been crowned New Zealand's Best Resort Spa for the seventh consecutive year at the World Spa Awards.
The win reinforced Gibbston Valley's position as one of the country’s leading luxury wellness destinations.
Gibbston Valley head of hospitality Ashling Swirtz said the award recognised the spa's unique offering and its ability to meet the needs of today’s traveller looking for opportunities to slow down and recharge.
"Guests are increasingly looking for restorative, experience-led travel, somewhere they can genuinely recharge," said Swirtz.
"Our response has been to place a much stronger focus on personalisation so we can understand what each guest needs from their time with us."
Over the past several years, Swirtz has observed that guest expectations have evolved significantly, leading the spa to place a strong emphasis on creating warmer, more personalised experiences for every guest.
And being a vineyard and wine destination gives us a point of difference that guests simply can't experience elsewhere.
The spa’s vineyard setting has shaped its treatment menu, including the TheraVine range, which draws on grapevine-derived ingredients for anti-ageing benefits.
The latest accolade followed a string of successes for Gibbston Valley. In October last year, the lodge was awarded a Michelin Key, one of only 19 properties in New Zealand to receive the international honour. The property retained its Michelin Key in the recently announced 2026 Michelin Guide hotel selection.
According to Swirtz, the wins highlight the strength of Gibbston Valley's integrated luxury offering.
"The Michelin Key and now our seventh World Spa Award reflect our commitment to getting the small details right while also delivering the bigger picture. We want every stay to feel seamless, thoughtful and genuinely special," added Swirtz.
"The wellness industry is constantly evolving, and our team is committed to ongoing learning, introducing relevant new experiences while ensuring they remain authentic to who we are."
More luxury news here
