MARTINBOROUGH HOTEL

Built in 1882 by Edmund Buckeridge, the Martinborough Hotel was, in his words " one of the finest hostelries that has ever been erected in any inland country town in New Zealand ". Since then, the hotel has had a succession of owners and the building has seen many changes.

The most dramatic change came in 1996 when the current owners purchased the hotel and restored it to its former glory.

The Martinborough Hotel stands at the heart of Martinborough , one of New Zealand's finest wine making regions, approximately one hour east of Wellington. Martinborough is conveniently located on The Classic New Zealand Wine Trail , the new 380 km scenic touring route linking the wine regions of Hawkes Bay, Martinborough and Marlborough

The Martinborough Hotel has sixteen individually designed rooms, some of which are named after Wairarapa's first settlers.  Comfortable beds with fine quality linen, luxurious fabrics and plumpy armchairs provide the utmost comfort. Each suite has a deep claw-footed bath or shower.

The Martinborough Hotel has a reputation for good food and wine, served by friendly waiting staff in the Bistrot and Settlers Bar.  Diners can enjoy fine cuisine and outstanding wines in the spacious Bistro, which spills out under the verandah onto the historic town square. In winter, a roaring open fire keeps pub-goers warm in the friendly Settlers Bar, which houses a fine selection of historic pictures of Martinborough . 

The Bistrot Wine List boasts the most extensive selection of Pinot Noirs available in New Zealand and

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features local wines as well as some of the best examples from France, the United States and Australia.

Martinborough has, for some time, been known for outstanding wines - particularly its fine Pinot Noir.

The region also produces excellent Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.