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

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

$71
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

$65
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

$131
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner
Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

$118
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
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Sunshine Bay Hotel Deals

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road Queenstown
$172 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$197 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Great location. We enjoyed terrific views from the 2 bed apartment on the top floor. Friendly staff, comfortable beds etc. Would pay the extra and book an underground parking spot as tricky to find free street parking (also meant you were saved de-icing the car every morning!) Our room got quite ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 out of 5
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
$217 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$250 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Kamana Lakehouse
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 Jul 17 to Jul 18
$145 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,583 reviews)
"Awesome view, easy check in and out. Clean and tidy, made me feel comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge

4 out of 5
11 Sydney Street Queenstown
Stay at this motel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (985 reviews)
"Everything was very good, from the room to the location."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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Blue Peaks Lodge
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET Queenstown
$184 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$211 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Standard but tasty breakfast buffet. Great location but note that there’s a pretty steep hill to get back from the centre of town. Friendly staff and incredible view when you walk out the door."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

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

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4 out of 5
88 Frankton Road Queenstown
$168 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$194 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (1,001 reviews)
"We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel welcome and well looked after. Our room on a higher floor was spacious, spotless, and incredibly comfortable, but the real highlight was the breathtaking lake ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
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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 Queenstown Event 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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