Art of Slowing Down: New York Times Features some Genuine Stoked Locations
When The New York Times recently featured a selection of South Island lodges in its piece “4 Luxurious New Zealand Lodges Where the Scenery Is the Star,” it was more than a travel article. It was a feature of the remote wilderness that New Zealand offers.
The journey it describes, between Christchurch and Queenstown, threads together remote bays, high-country valleys and lakeside sanctuaries. What unites these places is not just spectacular scenery, but a spirit of thoughtful design, genuine hospitality and Stoked Stainless hot tubs. Three out of the four locations featured one of our Stoked products.
Genuine Stoked Locations
At Stoked, we share a passion for quality relaxation and design aesthetic. Like the locations featured we value uniuqe locations, quality craftsmanship, simplicity and delivering the kind of moments that turn a weekend away into something that endures in memory.
Whether it’s a post-hike soak under a southern sky or an evening shared with friends after a bike ride, hot tubs have a way of slowing time. In the world captured by the Times feature, a hot tub is not an add-on. It’s a key part of the getaway, enhancing views and extending stays. It supports connection and presence. It invites reflection.
Over the past year, we’ve been focused on supporting the people and places that inspire us through our Genuine Stoked Locations map. It’s our way of showcasing the thoughtfully designed, often off-the-beaten-track destinations across New Zealand, the same kind of places recognised by The New York Times.
You can view our Geninine Stoked Locations Map Here.
Handcrafted, Durable and Made for Long Lives
In environments shaped by coastal breezes, alpine chills and high-country sun, material choice really matters. Stainless steel and cedar stand up to the elements while remaining low maintenance and inviting. We aim to have our products get bettter with age. Our goal is that a Stoked installation can be part of a lodge’s landscape for years, quietly adding value to each stay and helping create a lifetime of relaxation and enjoyment for guests.
Like the lodges showcased, products from Stoked are designed for longevity and enjoyment. Our range of premium handcrafted hot tubs and spa pools, from compact relaxation tubs to larger social spas, are built from stainless steel and cedar with durability in mind. They carry a 50+50+2 warranty and Climate Care certification, a reflection of our focus on sustainability and quality that lasts.
A Global Spotlight on Thoughtful Places
We’re proud that Stoked tubs form part of that story in many of the lodges and retreat locations across the land. By creating products that are robust, elegant and built for real use in real conditions, we help bring those quiet moments to life — whether it’s a couple’s first visit, a family celebration or a guest returning year after year.
In a world rushing forward, these lodges — and the experiences they curate, from local food to panoramic views and handcrafted hot tubs — remind us that true luxury is enduring, grounded and deeply felt.
