The Carlin Boutique Hotel

 A private art-lined hallway leads to The Carlin’s three-story, seven-bed luxury Suite Collection aptly named ‘Skyhome Penthouse’ for guests and entourage. Featuring secret concierge office, separate lift, stage area, generous lounge, dining, and terraces equipped with spa and firepits.

With a booking tailored especially for us, our Carlin experience was sensationally smooth. Greeted by friendly chauffeur, we travelled by Bentley, serenaded by Carlin’s own music. Warmly welcomed by Kevin Carlin himself, who presented the Royal Welcome: A guided tour of this spectacular hotel and its backstory. We were inspired by his passion, and dedication to true VIP treatment’ for every guest.  

Carlin’s custom-made interior décor of teal velvet seating, extensive marble, and numerous one-off art pieces, including a lamp constructed from a rare, aluminium violin passed down by Kevin's family, gives an air of elegant abundance. 

Overlooking snow-capped mountain peaks, the aptly-named Eagle's Nest suite sits perched atop the spectacular Skyhome Penthouse: A three-story, seven-bed luxury suite collection. Feel an aura of exclusivity via the private art gallery entrance. Where lavish retreat meets grand penthouse apartment featuring super king bedroom, immense ensuite bathroom, separate guest powder room, hidden coat closet, paparazzi-proof separate entrance, chef’s kitchen, fireplace, lounge with sofabed for guests, dining area, terrace, spa and firepit. Revel in 122 sqm of opulent spaciousness.

Be blown away by the friendly, private chef Yaan Roberts, whose flavoursome menu, combined with the Sommelier’s wine pairing culminated in an unparalleled in-suite dining experience.

Delight in Oro restaurant’s magnificent mountain views and impressive Michelin star chefs’ culinary crafts. Named one of the Best Luxury Dining Experiences in Aotearoa, you can taste why with their freshly baked breads, sumptuous seafood, extensive locally farmed meats, vegetarian and vegan offerings, custom-made cocktails all while serenaded by Kevin Carlin himself on the grand piano and what creates a uniquely, intimate atmosphere.

Finer details of beautiful teal leather umbrellas, bespoke plug adaptors and coat-hangers, choice of pillows, mood lighting, remote-control room functions, chauffeur service, and the exceptional 24-hour oncall staff, make newcomer The Carlin Boutique Hotel a truly stand-out, 6-star, Queenstown experience.