The Langlands Hotel in Invercargill has received Gold Accreditation from Qualmark, recognising it as one of the country’s top-performing tourism businesses.

The Gold Sustainable Tourism Business Award is the highest possible rating from Qualmark, the official quality assurance system for Tourism New Zealand.

It tells visitors that The Langlands is a trusted, high-quality place to stay that delivers great experiences and operates with care for people, the environment, and the community.

This award also puts The Langlands among the country’s leading hotels, alongside The Hermitage Aoraki Mt Cook, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Peppers Resort, and DoubleTree Queenstown.

It’s the first hotel in Southland to achieve this standard, a milestone both for the hotel and for Invercargill. ILT Chief Executive Chris Ramsay, said this rating is thoroughly deserved.

“Alannah and her team have worked incredibly hard to ensure the hotel operates to an international standard. Their ongoing focus on training, wellbeing, and inclusivity underpins the excellent service that guests experience every day. This accreditation is something our whole community can be proud of.”

Qualmark’s independent assessment reviewed all areas of operation from Health and Safety and Business Systems to Culture, Environment, and People & Community.

They were particularly impressed with the efforts of The Langlands and ILT in the Restoring Nature pillar, acknowledging the strong commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement.

The Langlands Executive Manager, Alannah Tamariki, said the award recognised the collective effort of everyone at the hotel.

“Across the board, from our leadership team through to casual team members, we strive to be exceptional. It’s wonderful to have that hard work recognised, and we’re excited to keep building on the foundations we’ve set since opening.”

Ramsay said the recognition will also strengthen Invercargill’s reputation.

“This accreditation gives international visitors instant confidence that The Langlands is a great place to stay and that Invercargill offers world-class hospitality with a strong community heart.”