True South Dining Room offers surprising dishes, primarily sourced regionally for freshness. Our wine collection showcases international and New Zealand treasures, with a focus on Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Central Otago classics.
The Bordeau Lounge Bar offers fine wines, curated small plates, and lake views over Lake Wakatipu.
Join us for culinary events and explore New Zealand’s rich winemaking history.
Featured in the Michelin Guide 2026, the acclaimed True South Dining Room at The Rees Hotel in Queenstown embodies refined cuisine, elegant dining, and attentive service. Embark on a culinary journey at one of Queenstown’s premier restaurants, where guests are treated to a refined and unexpected gastronomic experience, showcasing the finest seasonal New Zealand produce in an exceptional lakeside setting.
The Bordeau Wine Lounge at The Rees Hotel Queenstown is dedicated to the enjoyment of fine wines, fine foods, and the comfort of good company.
Wines from world-renown chateaux of Bordeaux – including Latour, Margaux, Mouton Rothschild, Gruard Larose, Malescot St Exupery, and Lynch Bages – nestle with the best wines of Central Otago and New Zealand in the professionally managed, temperature-controlled wine cellar servicing the Bordeau Wine Lounge.
Join our Sommelier for an intimate one-hour journey through five carefully selected Central Otago wines, each chosen to showcase the region’s distinctive terroir, character and winemaking craft.
As you taste, enjoy a bespoke selection of local cheeses, thoughtfully paired to complement and elevate each wine. Along the way, our Sommelier will share the stories, flavours and nuances that make Central Otago wines so unique.
Relaxed, engaging and designed for all levels of wine knowledge, The Wine Journey is an opportunity to discover New Zealand wine at its finest and deepen your appreciation of one of the world’s great wine regions.
Embark on a sensory journey with our Fine Dining and Wine Experience at The Rees Hotel.
Enjoy two nights in a Lake View Hotel Room with daily breakfast at the True South Dining Room, a six-course True South Tasting menu, and an exclusive bottle of local red wine.
Queenstown is one of the most popular wedding destinations in New Zealand. Our experienced team is available to assist and organise your wedding event – everything from licences, to food, to helicopters, to jet boat transfers.
View our in-depth Wedding Kit that will help you plan your special day at The Rees.
377 Frankton Road, Queenstown,
Otago, New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 450 1100
Email: reservations@therees.co.nz
Location: View on Google Maps
377 Frankton Road, Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 450 1100
Email: reservations@therees.co.nz
Location: View on Google Maps
