Kinloch Manor
A championship course. A design-led retreat. A stay made for those who love the game.
Experience
This is more than just New Zealand’s top-ranked golf course , it’s a destination for serious players. Designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, The Kinloch Club is a championship-level, par-72 layout that pays homage to classic Scottish links. With deep bunkers, tight fairways, and clever greens that reward precision, this is a course that challenges and captivates from start to finish.
It’s also one of the most visually stunning. With views across Lake Taupō and the rolling volcanic hills of the central plateau, every hole feels like a new perspective on New Zealand’s natural drama. Whether you’re a low handicapper or an avid player seeking a memorable round, Kinloch is a must-play.
Stay
Kinloch Manor & Villas offers a modern, architectural counterpoint to the ruggedness of the surrounding landscape. Suites and villas are built into the hillside and framed by native plantings, offering total privacy and open outlooks. Interiors are sophisticated yet warm, with clean lines, natural materials, and fireplaces that invite you to unwind after a day on the course.
It’s quiet, considered, and built for guests who appreciate refined elegance and space to relax.
Taste
Dining at Kinloch is relaxed, refined, and deeply connected to the region. The kitchen leans into bold, seasonal flavours, think locally raised lamb, wild mushrooms, Taupō trout, and garden-grown greens. Wines are expertly paired, with a focus on New Zealand varietals that complement the land.
Whether you're enjoying a multi-course dinner or a glass of red beside the fire, the experience is understated and memorable, just like the lodge itself.
Explore
While the golf course may be the main event, The Kinloch Club is surrounded by landscapes worth lingering for. This is a gateway to some of the North Island’s most iconic natural wonders, from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Taupō to the volcanic peaks of Tongariro National Park.
Take a private boat charter on the lake. Fly-fish in pristine alpine streams. Or, for those wanting to stretch their legs off the green, tackle one of the region’s world-class day hikes. Back at the lodge, you’ll find everything you need to restore: a massage, a glass of wine, and a view that never asks you to rush.
