Fiona Winger has been appointed as General Manager at Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Fiona Winger as its new General Manager, marking a homecoming for the Queenstown local who returns to the resort town after leading some of New Zealand’s most celebrated luxury lodges. 

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Fiona joins Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa following a 15-year career in luxury hospitality spanning New Zealand, Fiji, the Maldives, and Australia. Her expertise includes senior leadership and general manager positions with some of the world’s most respected luxury hospitality brands, including Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Six Senses, Marriott International, Sheraton, and Westin. 

Most recently, Fiona served as General Manager of Rosewood Cape Kidnappers in Hawke’s Bay, where she successfully led lodge operations, financial performance, team development, guest experience initiatives, and significant capital projects.  

Located on Duke Street in the heart of Queenstown, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa blends French art de vivre with the alpine spirit of the Southern Lakes.  

Fiona Winger is an alumnus of International College of Hotel Management (ICHM) – Class of 2008.

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Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is an ambassador of modern French style, culture and art-de-vivre around the world. Established in 1964, Sofitel is the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France with more than 120 chic and remarkable hotels in the world’s most sought-after destinations. Sofitel exudes a refined and understated sense of modern luxury, always blending a touch of French decadence with the very best of the locale.

Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore.