Queenstown Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.
Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Remarkables Park Town Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.
Goldfield Heights
Though Goldfield Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.
Fernhill
Fernhill is well-regarded for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and fantastic lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Lake Wakatipu, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Sunshine Bay
Visitors to Sunshine Bay like its mountain views and restaurants, and Lake Wakatipu is a sight worth a stop.
Boydtown
When in Boydtown, you can plan a visit to Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi and Birdlife Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kamana Lakehouse
Clean room, amazing view deck, friendly front desk staff, free parking, wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Great location and very inviting atmosphere! Enjoyed our stay! Great staff and quite clean!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Spotless rooms, great location. Breathtaking views of the Remarkables.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Spotless rooms, great location. Breathtaking views of the Remarkables.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Excellent service and nice room and lake view.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Clean, spacious, convenient
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Queenstown Gardens
Play a round of disc golf, or join a touch-rugby match at these historic botanic gardens on the banks of Lake Wakatipu.
Skyline Queenstown
Take one of the world’s steepest cable-car rides to the top of picturesque Bob’s Peak for views across Lake Wakatipu and beyond.
Queenstown Mall
During your visit to Queenstown, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queenstown Mall. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.
Steamer Wharf
Queenstown’s vibrant entertainment precinct is the perfect place to sample regional delicacies, mix with locals and enjoy the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu.
Things to do
Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
