JW Marriott Auckland’s new Executive Lounge will feature a calendar of enriching activities expected to showcase New Zealand’s culture and natural bounty to their most elite corporate and leisure guests.

Available to Marriott Bonvoy Platinum, Titanium, and Ambassador members, guests can look forward to bespoke tastings, local artisan showcases, and wellness-inspired sessions at the 24-hour lounge, which is said to have been designed to strike a balance between “productivity and relaxation”.

“We are excited to bring the new world-class Executive Lounge to life for both business and leisure travellers – there is nothing like it in Auckland which makes this a very special opening,” JW Marriott Auckland General Manager, Girish Talreja said.

Daytime guests will enjoy coffees and light refreshments, and from 5pm to 8pm happy hour begins with free-flowing beverages including New Zealand wines, as well as artisanal canapés inspired by local flavours.

“The lounge was designed to reflect JW Marriott’s commitment to sustainability and connection to nature. The use of wooden and wood-inspired designs crafted from locally sourced timbers and natural finishes, while the hotel’s JW Garden provides fresh ingredients that inspire the Lounge’s culinary creations. This garden-to-table approach allows guests to experience the essence of New Zealand’s natural beauty, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to mindful living and environmental stewardship,” the group stated.

The Executive Lounge is also available to non-eligible members for NZ$120 per person.