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QUEENSTOWN ACCOMMODATION

The following is just a sample of some of our more popular  properties in this area. It is by no means a comprehensive listing of available accommodation for this town or region. Please feel free to contact us for more choices or assistance with booking properties other than those listed here. 

Rates expire 31Dec05

DELUXE

Millbrook Resort
Malaghan Road, Arrowtown

A winning combination of luxury accommodation, modern venues and dramatic mountain vistas, will charm and delight any guest. Situated just 15 minutes outside of Queenstown, Millbrook Resort is near the quaint village of Arrowtown.
Exquisitely designed accommodation captures the magic of the region. The buildings compliment the stunning alpine scenery and evoke memories of early pioneers.
Village Inn rooms are a superb country-style, with ensuite bathroom, elegant living area, some with fireplaces, private balconies or patios. Luxury far beyond a standard hotel room.
Hotel Villas are two bedroom suites with either a super king-sized bed or two twins. Featuring ensuite bathrooms, laundry facilities, spacious living and dining areas. Relax by the fireplace or on sun-drenched patios.
Villa Suites are one king/twin bedroom with either a separate fully equipped kitchen and dining or a living area. All with ensuite bathroom, private patio or balcony, plus laundry facilities.
The property offers an 18 hole professional golf course designed by Bob Charles, a Health and Fitness Centre incorporating gym, saunas, spas and pool with beauty treatments and massage available. A selection of restaurants and bars are available - The Clubhouse Restaurant and Bar, The Millhouse Café, The Hole in One Bar and Sala Sala Japanese Restaurant.

Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Corner of Frankton Road and Stanley Street, Queenstown

Welcome to a world of international elegance and sophistication. Millennium Hotel Queenstown - unrivalled luxury against a stunning alpine backdrop.
All 220 guest rooms feature air conditioning, colour TV (including a personal video library), refrigerator, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone, voice mail, safe iron and ironing board, hair drier, electric blankets, modem link, 24 hour room service.  Non-smoking and rooms for guests with disabilities are available.
Sample a speciality cocktail in the warm, friendly atmosphere of The Club Bar.   The Observatory Restaurant offers an extensive menu featuring the freshest, local produce.  Relax and enjoy a stunning lake and mountain vista. Enjoy a workout in the hotel’s gymnasium with sauna, spa and the very latest in fitness equipment.

FIRST CLASS

Mercure Grand Hotel St Moritz
10 –18 Brunswick Street, Queenstown

Nestled on an elevated hillside position offering spectacular lake and mountain views, the 144 room Mercure Grand St Moritz invokes a European winter hotel style. This contemporary lodge style hotel is only a 2-minute walk from the centre of Queenstown.
The 69 deluxe studios and 72 one bedroom suites each have an IDD phone, TV and radio with pay movies, in room coffee and tea maker, fridge, mini bar, kitchenette and microwave, hair drier and iron.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, guest laundry, the Lombardi Restaurant and Bar.

Heritage Queenstown
91 Fernhill Road, Queenstown

Brilliantly positioned overlooking the awe-inspiring vistas of Queenstown, the Heritage Queenstown is a sophisticated European-style resort hotel. Standing proud above the shores of the picturesque Lake Wakatipu, with magnificent views of the majestic Remarkables Mountain Range, the Heritage Queenstown, with its impressive stone and cedar construction is only a 10 minute walk along the lakefront to the town centre. Rooms and suites have mini bars, Iron and ironing board, Sky TV channels , Separate bath and shower ,entertainment centre with CD player and stereo, Movie link, Modem access, Remote-control television, Hair dryers, Refrigerator, IDD telephone, Tea and coffee, Complimentary quality toiletries ,Rooms for the less physically able.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, complimentary shuttle, gymnasium, indoor/outdoor pool, sauna, spa, ski storage and drying room, McKenzie’s Restaurant and Bar.

Novotel Hotel Gardens Queenstown

Corner Earle St and Marine Parade, Queenstown

Located on the waterfront of Lake Wakatipu, this 204 room International Hotel is an easy flat walk to explore and enjoy the lively bar and restaurant scene that the Queenstown Village offers.  Stunning views of the Lake and surrounding mountains can be enjoyed. Rooms offer mini bars and fridge, pay movies, hairdryer, dual 110/220 volt electricity, tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel offers 24 hour room service and reception, spa pool, laundry, safety deposit boxes and ski cave for storage and waxing.

QUALITY

Copthorne Resort Lakefront, Queenstown
Corner Frankton Road and Adelaide Street, Queenstown

The 4 star Copthorne Resort Lakefront is within walking distance of the centre of Queenstown and a few minutes stroll of Lake Wakatipu. Most of it’s 247 superior rooms enjoy views over the Lake and all offer direct dial phones, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board and hairdryer. The Hotel offers a restaurant and bar – with the mezzanine floor bar area offering superb mountain and lake views.  The property has a spa pool and conference and banqueting facilities.
 

Parkroyal Hotel
Beach Street, Queenstown

The 139 room Parkroyal Hotel is situated on the waterfront in the very heart of Queenstown, offering stunning views of the lake and mountains. Queenstown Village is just a flat 2 minute stroll away.
The Parkroyal Hotel Queenstown offers accommodation with spectacular views to ensure a serene holiday attitude is maintained. Rooms are fully equipped with all the amenities expected from a four star hotel along with some additional touches to make guests feel at home. All rooms feature individually controlled air-conditioning, ISD/IDD phones, colour TV, video movies, radio, desk, modem access, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, laundry and dry cleaning service, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, babysitting and 24 hour room service. The hotel offers 24 hour reception, sauna, car parking, 3 meeting rooms and Bentley’s Brasserie and Bar.

Mercure Resort Queenstown (formerly Novotel Queenstown)
Sainsbury Road, Fernhill, Queenstown

The 148 Room Mercure Resort Queenstown is situated high above the Queenstown township with views over Lake Wakitipu and towards the nearby mountain ranges.
Rooms have an IDD phone, TV and radio with pay movies, in room coffee and tea maker, mini bar, hair drier and iron. The hotel offers 24 hour reception, room service, a central, sheltered courtyard with outdoor (unheated) pool and spa and ski storage. Reflections Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and the Moonshine Bar is a great spot to gather in the evening. A regular shuttle service is available to take guests to the centre of Queenstown (NZD $3) 

STANDARD

Rydges Hotel
38 – 54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown

Beautifully positioned, Rydges Lake Land Resort Queenstown is just a 5 minute walk along the lake front to the town centre.  The hotel is situated directly opposite Lake Wakatipu, most of the 272 rooms have stunning views of some of the most majestic scenery in New Zealand.
Features include modern bathroom with ensuite and shower, colour TV, in-house videos, tea and coffee facilities, refrigerator, clock radio, hair drier, interconnecting rooms are also available.
All standard rooms are lake facing, and all superior and deluxe rooms have stunning views over Lake Wakatipu and the mountain range.
The Ben Lomond Restaurant on site directly overlooks the lake with panoramic views and Maggie’s Fireside bar is a themed cocktail bar based on the Gold Mining history of Queenstown.
Hotel features include: Guest laundry, Valet Service, 24 hour room service, ample guest parking, swimming pool, sauna and spa complex, ski storage and drying rooms and conference facilities. 

BED and BREAKFASTS AND BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION

The Dairy Guesthouse
10 Isle Street, Queenstown
Hosts: Brian and Sarah Holding

Finalist in the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2001 – recognising it as one of the top three boutique properties in the country for its hospitality, character and style.
The Dairy Guesthouse is just 150m from the town centre - an ideal central location from which to explore wonderful Queenstown and its wide range of cultural, artistic and sporting activities. This very special place has a warm and friendly atmosphere, eleven private rooms (all with en-suite), lounge room with a wood fire, reading lounge, separate TV room, ski storage, luxurious hydrotherapy spa and ample parking. The Dairy Guesthouse is personal enough for guests to relax and socialise while providing enough space to escape and do your own thing.
The Dairy, once a 1920’s general store (a small piece of Queenstown history), now lovingly restored. Here guests are served a full breakfast each morning ensuring a great start to the day. Surrounded by mountain views of the stunning Remarkables range, Coronet Peak and Lake Wakatipu. The Dairy Guesthouse is situated below the Skyline Gondola on the corner of Brecon and Isle Streets.

Summary of Information:

• No. of rooms with ensuite: 11

• Cooked or Continental Breakfast

• Dinner available: NO

• Do you have any pets: NO

• Not suitable for children

Shotover Lodge
61 Atley Rd, Queenstown
Hosts: Steve and Jeanette Brough

Enjoy the tranquil location of Shotover Lodge, in the country, but very convenient to Queenstown, only five minutes away.
Recognising that holidays are a time to linger over meals and enjoy new flavours, food is given top priority here. Describing this, the highly regarded Frommers New Zealand Guide said, “superb cooks -you’ll eat like kings”.
The atmosphere is that of an elegant country house. Imagine standing at cliff top -rolling lawn tumbles dramatically to the Shotover River below, revealing a truly majestic alpine panorama.
The design of Shotover Lodge as a collection of buildings enhances privacy.  Spacious suites, each with a private balcony or courtyard are detached from the main lodge.
Very conveniently located, Queenstown’s most popular activities - Shotover Jet, horse riding, the white water rafting base and four restaurants are within walking distance. A heli-pad is available for flights to Milford Sound and heli-skiing. Hiking and mountain biking trails lead directly from the lodge.
Skiers will appreciate that Shotover Lodge is distinguished as the closest luxury lodge, to Coronet Peak, Queenstown’s premier ski resort. Lodge facilities include a guest lounge with log fire, bar, billiard room, wine cellar, library, cliff top hydrotherapy jacuzzi and a drying room for outdoor clothing.

Summary of Information:

• No of rooms with ensuite:3

• Hot Country Breakfast / Blackboard Menu

• Dinner available: No

• Do you have any pets: No

• Children welcome

 Surcharge may apply during Christmas/New Year period

Mount Vista Boutique Hotel
4 Sydney St, Queenstown
Host: Michael Kelly

Situated in spectacular Queenstown, the recently built Mountvista Boutique Hotel offers a unique new style of Bed and Breakfast accommodation for discerning travellers.
Architecturally designed and luxuriously appointed, Mountvista offers the ambience of a small and intimate luxury lodge with the convenience of a central location. Perfectly located adjacent to the peaceful Queenstown Gardens, guests can stroll to the town centre and lakefront within 3 minutes.
The 14 spacious Guestrooms have been tastefully furnished with guests¹ comfort as the absolute priority. Each room has either a premium Super King bed or twin single beds. The generous seating area has two large armchairs plus an ottoman to provide luxuriously comfortable seating. All rooms have a desk, phone, frig, tea/coffee making facility, central heating, cable for high-speed ADSL modem/internet access and a 21" TV with SKY Digital Movies, Sport, and CNN. The adjacent tiled ensuite bathroom features a capacious 2 person bath with shower, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. Bathrobes, toiletries, ironing facilities and a hairdryer ensure that guests’ needs are well catered to.
Two common lounge areas with an open wood fire provide the perfect atmosphere to relax and catch up with fellow travellers. Also provided is a Nordic Spruce guest Sauna and secure ski storage.

Summary of Information:

• No of rooms with en suite: 14

• Cooked and Continental Breakfast

• Dinner available : No

• Do you have any pets: No

• Are children welcome: Yes over 12

Browns Boutique Hotel
26 Isle Street, Queenstown
Hosts: Nigel and Bridget Brown

Relax in the friendly and comfortable atmosphere of Queenstown’s boutique hotel. This small intimate hotel is only three minutes walk to the centre of town and features stunning views of the Remarkables mountain range from every room.
Each room is well appointed offering optimum comfort with king sized beds (or twin rooms), balconies off each room with views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. Superb style and quality furnishings give the hotel a permanent and timeless feel.
Relax in the quest lounge with open fire, and enjoy complimentary breakfast in the dining room or alfresco in the courtyard.

Summary of Information:

• No of rooms with en suite: 10

• Continental Breakfast

• Dinner available : No

• Do you have any pets: 1 cat

• Children over 12 years welcome

LODGES

Matakauri Lodge
Glenorchy Road, Queenstown

Overlooking Lake Wakatipu, just six kilometres from the township is Matakauri Lodge, opened in March 2000. Offering seven Suites and Villas, the Lodge also provides a Spa Pavilion, library and lounges. Matakauri is set within four hectares of native bush landscaped with bush-lined paths, stream and pond, private lake access, a private pier and uninterrupted lake and mountain vistas.
The Suites and Villas include local artwork, native beech timber, New Zealand wool carpets, under-tile heating, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, and spacious lounges. An extensive wine cellar complements the cuisine, all exclusively New Zealand.

Includes: Accommodation, pre-dinner cocktails, dinner, breakfast carte blanche use of sports equipment and facilities.

Blanket Bay Lodge
Glenorchy

Accommodation at Blanket Bay is provided in spacious, lakeside rooms and suites, filled with sumptuous furnishings and rich rugs. Natural materials are employed widely throughout, reflecting the Lodge's special relationship with the environment, and all our rooms are placed to take full advantage of the magnificent lake and mountain views. The five lakeside rooms feature their own balcony or terrace; king-size bed; spacious sitting area; armoire; and ensuite bathroom with granite-topped double vanities, separate shower and bath.
Three magnificent 700 sq ft Suites offer bedroom and sitting areas which have their own stone fireplace, capacious bathroom with steam shower and separate tub and 400 sq ft private terraces, which feature heart-stopping views of the Lake.
Each chalet comprises two 700 sq ft suites with open stone fireplaces and a central living room. The Stoney Creek Suites may be combined with the living room to create The Richardson Staterooms. Our unique location and wondrous setting provides peace, luxury, sumptuous cuisine and countless activities.

Includes: Accommodation, pre-dinner  cocktails, dinner, breakfast carte blanche use of sports equipment and facilities.