Queenstown is the most popular ski destination in New Zealand and it’s no wonder…this alpine town has so much to offer! From Queenstown you can access three ski resorts, Coronet Peak (22 mins), The Remarkables (40min) and Cardrona (50min). There is accommodation for all budgets here too, ranging from budget hostels to waterfront hotels and luxury apartments. After a day of skiing or boarding you can enjoy some of the many bars and restaurants in town late into the night. Queenstown is a regarded as the adventure capital of the world, so make the most of your days off and enjoy activities like bungy jumping, jet boating, luging, skydiving and heaps more.
QUEENSTOWN INSIDER'S GUIDE
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Queenstown Accommodation
Queenstown offers something for everyone including backpackers hostels, pod hotels, hotel rooms, chalets and apartments. -
Queenstown
Ski Packages
Fully customisable Queenstown packages including accommodation, flights, lift passes, lessons and more. -
Queenstown
Activities
With the best in adrenaline pumping activities, luxury pampering, winery tastings and delicious local food, you will never be lost for something to do in Queenstown. -
Queenstown Ski Hire
Queenstown offers a range of Ski Hire for all your needs. We have partnerships in place with hire options on snow or in the town at a range of levels from beginner equipment to Demo rentals. -
Queenstown Dining
Queenstown is well known for its amazing hospitality scene and lively après atmosphere – with plenty of bars, restaurants, wineries, breweries and cafés to choose from you'll be well and truly spoiled for choice. -
How to get to
Queenstown
Queenstown is easily accessible with an International Airport just 10 metres from the town centre. Here are your options. -
Queenstown Trail Maps
There are three resorts you can easily access from Queenstown. Find out what each of them has to offer with our resort guides and trail maps.
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