Venue Highlights
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. Martinborough is a quirky little village, encircled by vineyards and with a majestic square at its heart. The tiny town (pop. 1300) is hemmed in by 24 wineries, most within walking distance from the hotel.
Today Peppers Martinborough Hotel offers character, comfort and old style personal attention combined, 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.
Location
This picturesque wine village of Martinborough lies in the heart of Wairarapa on the North Island, 75 minutes drive east of Wellington via the spectacular Rimutaka Mountain Road, and three hours drive south of Hawkes Bay along the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail.
Accommodation
Choose from 16 individually designed guest rooms to suit your mood. Indulge in the elegant surroundings of one of our 9 Verandah Rooms, located at the top of the grand flight of stairs in the original 1882 building. These rooms are prue historic splendour with aged wooden floors, old fashioned clawfoot bathtubs and queen size beds (some four-poster). Or enjoy the tranquillity of 7 spacious Garden Rooms (king or twin rooms) opening onto a peacful garden courtyard, featuring simple locally crafted furniture. Ideal for families as some interconnect.
All rooms feature ensuite bathrooms, private verandah or direct access to hotel garden, Sky TV, dedicated fax/modem lines, telephone, radio, ironing facilities, hairdryer, minibar, tea & coffee making facilities.
Catering Information
Peppers Martinborough Hotel's Bistrot and Settlers Bar feature wonderful local produce. Local olive oil is a particular favourite as are the mushrooms, which are farmed nearby. Martinborough is known internationally for its outstanding wines - most of which are grown and made within walking distance of the hotel.
A perfect place to enjoy pre and post dinner drinks is in the Red Room. Its intimate setting is characterised by the classic style furniture and log fire warming the room in the colder months. If a game of snooker is more your style, head to the Malt Whisky Bar where there is a fine selection of over 60 malts and a ¾ size antique snooker table.
Recreational Facilities
Recreation Facilities located on-site at Peppers Marinborough Hotel include:
Petanque on the peaceful gardens of the hotel,
Snooker in the elegant Malt Whisky Bar, or
Relax and unwind in the Settlers Bar or Red Room.
Local attractions in the surrounding areas include:
18-hole golf course
Tennis courts
Wine tasting
Vineyard walks
Trout fishing
4WD bikes
Claybird shooting
Horse trekking
Horse and carriage rides
Cape Palliser seal nursery
Mt Bruce National Wildlife Centre
Glow worm caves
Walking tracks
Mountain biking
Technical Facilities
The Waihenga Conference Room provides seating for up to 60 delegates (theatre style) and opens onto the garden and courtyard.
The adjoining Red Room is ideal for a breakout area.
Natural light
Air conditioning
Electronic Whiteboard
Flipchart and whiteboard
Datashow
Overhead projector and screen
Wireless Internet access
Business Facilities
Facsimile
Photocopying
Printing
Typing
Secretarial services