Sunshine Bay

Queenstown

A coastal town nestled between forested hills and a clear blue lake.
A mountain range with a lake in the foreground.
A mountain lake surrounded by rugged mountains.
A coastal town with a lake surrounded by mountains.
A road with a car parked on the side, a person walking, and mountains in the background.

Things to do

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

$126
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

$63
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour

TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour

$92
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

$63
per adult
30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure
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Sunshine Bay Hotel Deals

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown
$126 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$145 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road Queenstown
$166 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$191 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
"Great place for our team members to stay."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

4.5 out of 5
22 Grant Rd Queenstown Otago
$117 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$137 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (828 reviews)
"Convenient location; bus pick up to Cardrona just outside the door. Clean and tidy. Number of eating places in walking distance."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 out of 5
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
$229 nightly
The price is $264 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$264 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Kamana Lakehouse
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4 out of 5
88 Frankton Road Queenstown
$139 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$159 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"It was great staying here however breakfast could improve a bit."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET Queenstown
$172 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$198 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice rooms and common areas"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
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Where to stay in Sunshine Bay

Find the best Sunshine Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Sunshine Bay
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A beach with clear turquoise water, a forested mountain in the background, and people relaxing on the sand.

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.

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Frankton

Frankton is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Remarkables Park Town Centre and Lake Wakatipu while you're in town.

A coastal town with a lake, mountains, and houses.

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 neighborhood.

A coastal town with a bay, mountains, and a clear sky.

Goldfield Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Goldfield Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.

A calm lake with mountains in the background, a small town on the right, and a clear sky.

Boydtown

Though Boydtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi Park.

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