Mountain Club

Membership Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 1 January 2026  |  Governing Law: New Zealand

1. Agreement Overview

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern all memberships (“Memberships”) offered by Mountain Club Queenstown Limited (NZBN 9429047330467) (“Mountain Club”, “we”, “us”, “our”). By joining or renewing a Membership, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the Fair Trading Act 1986, or any other applicable New Zealand legislation that cannot be excluded by agreement.

2. Membership Options

2.1 Core Membership
  • Daily workspace access (up to 2 hours) to the Members’ Lounge at either Mountain Club location.
  • Access to member-only events.
  • Member rates on barista and bar offerings.
  • Invitations to Mountain Club Signature Experiences.
  • Use of the club’s business and mailing address.
  • Access to meeting rooms and workspace plans (subject to availability and additional charges).
2.2 Global Access (Add-On)

Global Access is available as an add-on to Core Membership and includes all Core Membership benefits, plus:

  • Access to 100+ partner clubs and hotels worldwide (subject to partner availability and their terms of access).
  • Invitations to iconic Mountain Club Signature Experiences.
  • Curated itineraries and travel support across New Zealand.
2.3 Facility Availability

Access to facilities may occasionally be limited due to private venue bookings or capacity constraints. We will provide reasonable notice whenever possible.

3. Term and Renewal

  • All Memberships have a minimum commitment of twelve (12) months from the date of joining (“Initial Term”).
  • Unless cancelled in accordance with Section 4, Memberships automatically renew for successive 12-month periods (“Renewal Terms”). This applies regardless of whether you pay monthly or annually.
  • We will send a renewal reminder to your registered email address at least 14 days before the start of each Renewal Term.
  • Renewal notices are deemed received when sent to the email address on file, whether or not opened or read.
  • Delivery of renewal notices is conditional on your subscription to our member-communications list and on your contact details remaining current and active. If you have unsubscribed from or otherwise blocked Mountain Club emails, you acknowledge that you may not receive renewal reminders and that your Membership may renew automatically in accordance with these Terms.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure that your email address is up to date and that our emails are not blocked or filtered.

4. Cancellation

4.1 Cooling-Off Period

You may cancel your Membership within 30 days of joining for any reason. A cancellation fee of $50 + GST will apply to cover administrative costs. Any remaining balance paid will be refunded within 14 business days.

4.2 Cancellation After the Cooling-Off Period

After the 30-day cooling-off period, Memberships cannot be cancelled during the current 12-month term. If you are on a monthly payment plan and wish to discontinue your Membership, you are required to pay the remaining balance for the current 12-month commitment in full.

4.3 Cancellation of Renewal

To prevent automatic renewal, you must provide written cancellation notice at least 14 days before the end of your current 12-month term. Cancellation notices received after this deadline will take effect at the end of the following Renewal Term.

4.4 How to Cancel

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to membership@mountainclub.co.nz. Verbal cancellation requests will not be accepted.

4.5 No Pausing or Deferral

Memberships cannot be paused, suspended, or deferred for travel, injury, or any other reason.

5. Payments and Billing

5.1 Payment Methods

Membership fees are payable either automatically via the Optix platform or by invoice, as selected by the member at the time of joining.

For security purposes, Mountain Club requires a valid credit or debit card to be held on file for all members, regardless of payment method. By providing your card details, you authorise Mountain Club to securely store and use your card for recurring membership fees and any overdue amounts in accordance with these Terms.

5.2 Payment Frequency
  • Membership fees may be paid monthly or annually in advance, as selected at the time of joining.
  • Monthly payment operates as a continuing subscription with a minimum 12-month commitment.
  • Annual payment members are charged the full annual fee upon joining. Annual payments are non-refundable, except as provided in Section 4.1.
  • After each 12-month term, renewal requires a further 12-month commitment unless cancelled in accordance with Section 4.3.
5.3 Overdue Payments and Late Fees

If an invoice remains unpaid after the due date, Mountain Club will send reminder emails on the 10th and 20th of the month.

If payment has not been received by the 20th of the month, a late fee of $150 + GST will be applied to the outstanding invoice. This late fee will continue to accrue on the 20th of each subsequent month until the balance is paid in full.

If payment remains outstanding after reasonable notice, we will automatically charge the card on file for the full outstanding balance. By maintaining your Membership, you consent to this payment process.

5.4 General
  • All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in these Terms.
  • All prices are in New Zealand dollars and exclusive of GST unless otherwise stated.
  • Renewal notices and any pricing updates will be communicated prior to the end of each 12-month cycle.
  • Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.

6. Transfer and Assignment

Memberships are non-transferable. In rare and exceptional circumstances, Mountain Club may approve a transfer at its sole discretion.

7. Conduct and Behaviour

7.1 Member Responsibilities

Membership at Mountain Club is a privilege that comes with a shared responsibility to uphold the respectful, inclusive, and community-minded values of the Club. All members and their guests are expected to:

  • Treat others with courtesy, respect, and consideration at all times.
  • Contribute positively to the Club environment and refrain from behaviour that is disruptive, unsafe, intimidating, or otherwise inconsistent with the welcoming and professional atmosphere of Mountain Club.
  • Follow all reasonable directions from Mountain Club staff when using Club facilities or attending events.
7.2 Suspension and Termination for Misconduct

Mountain Club reserves the right, acting reasonably, to suspend or terminate a Membership without refund where a member’s conduct or presence is found to be disrespectful, harmful to others, or detrimental to the wellbeing or enjoyment of the Club community. Where practicable, Mountain Club will provide the member with notice and an opportunity to respond before taking such action.

7.3 Image and Publicity

By attending Mountain Club events or using our spaces, you consent to the reasonable use of your image, name, or likeness in Club communications, photography, and promotional materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or featured, please notify a staff member at the time.

8. Liability, Risk, and Indemnity

8.1 Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge that use of Mountain Club premises and participation in events is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mountain Club and its directors, staff, and affiliates (together, “Mountain Club Parties”) are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, theft, or destruction of property occurring at or in connection with Mountain Club premises or events, except where caused by our gross negligence or wilful misconduct.

8.2 Liability Cap

The total liability of Mountain Club Parties to any member, guest, or invitee for any and all causes of action will not exceed the total Membership fees paid by that member in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

8.3 Business Use

Where a Membership is acquired for business purposes, you agree that the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 does not apply to the extent permitted by law.

8.4 Indemnity

Members agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mountain Club Parties from and against any loss, liability, claim, cost, or expense (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Any act or omission by the member or their guests.
  • Any damage or injury caused by them while on Club premises or attending Club activities.
  • Any breach of these Terms.

This indemnity survives termination of Membership.

8.5 Technology and Data Use

Use of Mountain Club’s Wi-Fi network, printers, digital systems, or any technology services is at your own risk. Mountain Club is not responsible for any loss of data, hardware damage, connectivity issues, or other technical faults arising from the use of these services. Members should take appropriate security precautions when connecting personal or business devices to the Club network.

8.6 Force Majeure

Mountain Club will not be liable for any delay, suspension, or failure to perform its obligations under these Terms due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, acts of terrorism, strikes, failure of utilities, or loss of access to premises. In such circumstances, Mountain Club’s obligations are suspended for the duration of the event, and no refunds or compensation are payable.

9. Privacy and Security Monitoring

For the safety and security of members, certain areas of Mountain Club premises may be monitored by CCTV or other surveillance systems. Recordings are handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and are used only for security, operational, or legal purposes. By entering Mountain Club premises, members consent to this reasonable monitoring.

For full details on how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy available at mountainclub.co.nz/privacy.

10. Intellectual Property and Branding

Members may not use the name “Mountain Club”, our logos, images of our venues, or likenesses of other members without prior written consent. Members must not copy, distribute, or use any materials, names, or intellectual property of other members or guests for commercial or promotional purposes.

11. Confidentiality

Members must respect the privacy and confidentiality of other members and Mountain Club. Information learned through Club membership, events, or the member community—whether personal, professional, or business-related—must not be disclosed, reproduced, or used for commercial or personal gain without the consent of the person or entity to whom it relates.

This obligation continues after a Membership ends.

12. No Tenancy or Lease Rights

Membership provides a licence to use Mountain Club facilities and services in accordance with these Terms. It does not grant any tenancy, leasehold, or other real-property interest under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 or otherwise. All premises remain under the possession and control of Mountain Club at all times.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be notified to members via email and will be posted on our website. Changes take effect from the date specified in the notice. Continued use of your Membership after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Otago, New Zealand.

15. Contact

For membership enquiries or cancellations:

Email: hello@mountainclub.co.nz

Entity: Mountain Club Queenstown Limited

End of Membership Terms & Conditions