Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa

Le Salon Rouge The Lounge

The Lounge

Reminiscent of a prohibition era speakeasies and supper clubs, Le Salon Rouge is a celebration of the senses – featuring rich reds and velvet décor throughout complimented by soft candle lighting.

Indulge yourself in our Le Goûter experience – an afternoon tea designed to connect our guests to a childhood French tradition, bringing to life a refined gastronomic yet playful offering. Our Le Goûter experience has been carefully curated by Sous Chef Imogen Liao and made on-site and is paired perfectly with one of our Dilmah premium teas, a glass of champagne or one of our signature cocktails.

For the perfect start to your evening, immerse yourself in one of our sophisticated concoctions meticulously crafted by our in-house mixologist, or allow our team to take you on a journey exploring our collection of the finest gins sourced from Central Otago, New Zealand and beyond through our ‘Choose your own adventure’ gin and tonic menu.

For a gastronomic experience, Executive Chef Lindsay Bennett has curated a selection of grazing plates, charcuterie and cheese boards featuring the very best of Central Otago produce, prepared with inspiration from some of the French classics.

Hours of Operation (7 Days)

Open from 3pm daily

– Le Goûter (Afternoon Tea) 3:00pm to 5:00pm

– Apero Chic (Happy Hour) 7:00pm to 8:00pm

– Digestif (Post dinner drinks) 9:00pm to late

Click here to view our indulgent beverage menu

It is a privilege to be given the opportunity to showcase the magnificent produce of our beautiful region Central Otago.

Our food offering is a lounge styled grazing menu where you can enter or exit wherever you wish, order a variety or as many plates as you like to snack & share.
The evolving menu utilises local produce with flavours from around the world whilst retaining some traditional French techniques.

I am looking forward to meeting all the local purveyors & incorporating these items into the menu.

Executive Chef, Lindsay Bennett