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Discover what guests, travel writers, luxury travel publications, and industry experts are saying about Kinloch Manor & Villas. From award-winning golf and luxury accommodation to exceptional dining and personalised service, explore the experiences and recognition that have made Kinloch one of New Zealand's most celebrated luxury lodge destinations.
Short Side Golf
"I Played New Zealand's Toughest Course | Kinloch Golf Club"
Golf creator Short Side explores Kinloch's dramatic back nine, describing the course as New Zealand's toughest. The video highlights Jack Nicklaus' distinctive design, the rolling terrain overlooking Lake Taupō and the strategic decision-making required on every hole, providing viewers with an authentic look at one of the country's premier golfing experiences.
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Luke Kwon Golf
"This is New Zealand's hardest Golf Course"
Popular golf content creator Luke Kwon takes on The Kinloch Club and showcases the strategic challenge, dramatic landscapes and demanding Jack Nicklaus design that have made Kinloch one of New Zealand's most talked-about championship golf courses. Throughout the video, Kwon highlights the course's unique blend of risk, reward and spectacular Lake Taupō views.
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“Surely one of the best golf courses and Tommy always welcoming us - what a legend! Would love to be back every time I’m around in the country. Lessh go Tom and Kinloch!”
Harry Na - @thedimchae
“You’ll struggle to find a better test of golf in the whole country. Spectacular. Absolute pleasure being out there”
Nick Voke - @nick.voke
“Best service in the game. Not just today but every time we come down! The course was stunning as always and we LOVE our boy Tommy”
Luke Toomey (Tooms golf) - @luketooms
“Fastest Korean Swing Speeder wasn’t fast enough for Kinloch”
Sam Heung Min (Sam Heung Min golf) - @samheungmin.golf
“The golf course was absolutely spectacular! Tommy is a legend. I would love to be back soon”
Tae Koh (Taco Golf) - @tacogolf
“Love Kinloch! Some days we come here and the course is kind to us when it’s not windy but most of the time it punishes you and makes you wonder why you even play golf to begin with!"
Luke Kwon - @luke.kwon
“Our visit to Kinloch Manor & Villas was nothing short of magical. It was probably the best accommodations we have ever stayed at. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of peace, beauty, and luxury. The setting itself feels like a hidden paradise with unbelievable views of Lake Taupo. The staff were absolutely exceptional, warm, professional and genuinely attentive….Kinloch is not just luxury accommodation – it’s an experience of total harmony and care. This is an absolute must-do for everyone visiting New Zealand.” A. Muti, New York, USA
“Kinloch is a championship course in the truest sense of the word” - Jack Nicklaus
“The Kinloch club is a challenging links-style layout with dramatic, natural contours, and stunning views.The course can be tough, especially when the wind blows off the lake, but it’s truly an unforgettable experience. The Kinloch course conditions were 10/10 absolutely superb tees, fairways and greens with the thick blonde fescue swirling in the wind. A bucket list opportunity for all golfers. We will certainly be back for another visit.” - Ian Baker Finch
You’ll discover the paradise of Kinloch Manor & Villas… The main lodge—including the most beautiful grain silo you’ve ever sipped local wine in—encompasses cozily designed rooms decorated with farm implements and artwork and serves masterful food. - Business Traveler USA by Jeff Wallach.
"Each villa is a haven of luxury and peace." - Le Figaro Magazine
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Written by Don Hope on 01 Nov, 2023
This is the only Jack Nicklaus designed Signature Links course in New Zealand – so Jack turned up to open it! And Sir Bob Charles summed it up nicely when he visited and said ‘For those unable to play the great Links of Scotland, Kinloch compares with the best of them’.
Kinloch Media Release on 23 Oct, 2023
The Kinloch Club golf course, New Zealand’s only Jack Nicklaus 18-hole Signature course, adds yet again to its awards by being recognised ‘2023 World Golf Awards - New Zealand’s #1 Golf Course’.
Written by Richard Allen on 05 Sep, 2023
$NZ1250 for a round of golf? You’ll certainly never forget it. New Zealand has so many fabulous golf courses, it could be referred to as the land of the long white bunker. And in fact not all of them are pricey. Here are eight of the best.
Written by Cameron McMillan on 01 Aug, 2023
Cameron McMillan joins the post-Covid boom of golfers who are discovering just how good we have it when it comes to world-class golf resorts
Kinloch Media Release on 09 Jun, 2023
Nicklaus Design, the world’s acknowledged leader in golf course design has tallied 10 Winners in USA GOLF Magazine’s New List of the Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific, and The Kinloch Club, New Zealand is in that top 10 list.
Kinloch Media Release on 30 Sep, 2022
Using only the best from Taupo and surrounds, including farm and garden reared produce from Kinloch, plus the nearby owner’s private 2000 ha property that adheres to the ‘Estate to Plate’ dining philosophy – all of course matched with New Zealand and the world’s best wines.
Written by Jo Elwin on 08 Aug, 2022
In my kitchen with... Kinloch Manor head chef Norka Mella Munoz
Written by Maggie Wicks on 27 Jul, 2022
Without any doubt, travelling with kids comes with its challenges. You're still, after all, managing a restless minor (or two). This is going to be a different experience from that of your friends, who have arranged a child-free weekend, or a child-free life.
Written by Blair Cooper on 01 Jun, 2022
Travelling through New Zealand’s North Island Auckland to Kinloch Suits this driver to a tee.
