Peppers Retreats, Resorts, Hotels

Established in 1882, Peppers Martinborough Hotel is a historic retreat offering luxury, boutique accommodation in the heart of one of New Zealand's finest wine growing regions near Wellington.

Martinborough is a quirky little village, encircled by vineyards and with a majestic square at its heart. This picturesque wine village lies in the heart of Wairarapa on the North Island, 75 minutes drive east of Wellington, and three hours south of Hawkes Bay. The tiny town (pop. 1300) is hemmed in by 24 wineries, most within walking distance from the hotel.

Taking pride of place at the entrance to the square is Peppers Martinborough Hotel. Developer Edmund Buckeridge described it in 1882 as "one of the finest hostelries ever erected in any inland town in New Zealand". The hotel hasn't forgotten its past, and it's that sense of history and place that will charm you as soon as you step in the front door - from the battered suitcase of a gentleman traveller at the top of the stairs, to the accommodation's sloping floors and olden day sketches of local personalities adorning the walls.

Today Peppers Martinborough Hotel offers character, comfort and old style personal attention making it ideal for a romantic weekend away, an indulgent escape or accommodation as part of a holiday or vacation. Diners can enjoy classic country cuisine and a wide range of excellent wines in the spacious bistrot which spills out under the verandah onto the historic village square. A cosy open fire keeps pub-goers warm in the hotel's friendly "local" and the evening sun goes down in the garden and petanque pitch set among climbing roses and old fashioned box hedging.

Accommodation Overview

At Peppers Martinborough Hotel choose from sixteen individually designed guest accommodation rooms to suit your mood. Indulge in the elegant surroundings of one of our nine Verandah Rooms, located at the top of the grand flight of stairs in the original 1882 building. Or take a wander through the pretty courtyard just beyond the lobby and enjoy the tranquillity of seven spacious Garden Rooms finished in a restful simple country style.

Whether you choose a historic Verandah Room or the more contemporary feel of a Garden Room, there's utmost comfort throughout. Plump armchairs, fine quality bed linen, our special range of toiletries and of course a very comfortable bed.

Verandah Rooms

Verandah Rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel opening out onto a deep balcony. Each has its own individual character; aged wooden floors, luxurious Persian rugs and Chinese porcelain. Feature shower only.

Heritage Verandah Rooms

Heritage Verandah Rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel opening out onto a deep balcony. Each has its own individual character; aged wooden floors, luxurious Persian rugs, Chinese porcelain and deep old fashioned claw foot tubs. Feature bath and shower.

Garden Rooms

Garden rooms are comfortable and spacious, with a more contemporary feel. They can be made up to king or twin rooms and open onto a quiet leafy courtyard.

Shek O Suite

Up a private flight of stairs, you step into the light and luxurious Shek O. It has a dreamy feel with its colours of beige and duck egg blue, elegant iron bedhead and miniature oils of Wairarapa barns. Enjoy the comfort of steamer chairs on your own private verandah. Shek O interconnects with Beetham downstairs if required. Available in king / twin with bath & shower.

For further information and to check availability on all of our luxurious hotels & resort either complete an online booking request or contact our dedicated team Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, directly on 1300 364 854.

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Peppers is a collection of individual hotels, retreats and resorts offering boutique accommodation, ideal for a holiday, weekend, short break or indulgent escape in spectacular locations throughout regional Australia and New Zealand.

Choose from luxury outback cattle stations, romantic vineyard retreats, rainforest lodges, mountain resorts, premium golf getaways, historic country estates and exotic tropical islands. All are within easy reach of a major city such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Auckland.

Peppers was established in 1984 when Peppers Guest House opened in the Hunter Valley, NSW.  At the time, the short break market was still in its infancy but the concept of a contemporary style guesthouse offering relaxation in luxury surrounds was an instant success. 

Twenty-two years later, Peppers Retreats, Resorts & Hotels now offers a collection of nineteen indulgent escapes throughout regional Australia and New Zealand and is expanding steadily as demand for luxurious breaks rises. 

Ranging from self-contained apartments to luxurious resorts and retreats, accommodation spans all major visitor destinations, including Mount Hotham and Falls Creek in Victoria, Tasmania, the Gold Coast, the Daintree rainforest of Tropical North Queensland, and Queenstown, New Zealand.

Offering a selection of exclusive resorts, Stella Resorts Group brands include Bale, Peppers Retreats Resorts & Hotels, Mantra Resorts Hotels and Apartments, BreakFree Hotels Resorts and Apartments and the ski resorts of Mount Hotham and Falls Creek.

The Peppers Collection

Within the collection there exists three distinct styles of property - retreat, resort and hotel. Experiences range from luxury outback cattle stations, intimate vineyard retreats, tropical rainforest lodges, mountain resorts, golfing getaways, grand country estates, to exotic islands.  All are within easy reach of a capital city or major town.

Each Peppers property has its own distinctive style and charm; the location is instrumental in defining the property's character. This is enhanced by Peppers décor, which places a strong emphasis on featuring the natural environment in the design.

Peppers Retreats

The focus for Peppers Retreats is individual experiences.   Retreats are small and intimate with an emphasis on superb food and good wine.   The aim is to be indulged in every sense, so guests can expect luxurious accommodation in keeping with the retreat's style and surrounding environment.

Peppers Resorts

While the retreats are small and intimate, Peppers Resorts are larger in size with an emphasis on providing guests with an extensive range of activities.  

Peppers Resorts offer traditional activities such as golf, tennis, swimming, gym, and health and beauty facilities, as well as those that are a highlight in the resort's surrounding area.  This could be bush walking in the Blue Mountains, scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef or wine tasting in the Barossa Valley for example. 

Peppers Hotels

The opening of Peppers Seaport Hotel in Launceston in 2004 saw a new direction for the company.

The aim of Peppers Hotels is to offer guests a Peppers experience at a property that's in closer proximity to a major city or town's CBD. These are hotels that guests want to return to because they feel genuinely cared for by Peppers staff.

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