{"id":28897,"date":"2024-10-22T16:32:52","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T05:32:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=28897"},"modified":"2025-05-29T16:22:03","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T06:22:03","slug":"family-friendly-things-to-do-in-queenstown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/family-friendly-things-to-do-in-queenstown\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Family-Friendly Things to Do in Queenstown"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Equal parts beauty and thrills, Queenstown is home to a smorgasbord of activities for the whole family to enjoy. <\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pocket of picture-perfect landscapes, located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wow-worthy-wonders-on-new-zealands-south-island\/\">New Zealand&#8217;s South Island<\/a>, Queenstown has long been considered the thrill-seekers&#8217; playground. While a mere name drop elicits feelings of adventure and adrenaline, Queenstown has no shortage of milder entertainment options for the little ones too. Read on to discover our pick of the best family-friendly things to do in Queenstown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Spot native animals at Kiwi Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weave your way through five acres of bushland to uncover over 20 native species at this family-owned wildlife centre, including the star of the show and emblem of New Zealand\u2019s conservation efforts, the kiwi. Adorably fuzzy, slightly shy and flightless \u2013 these furry friends are the ideal animals for your little ones to encounter in the wild. Watch a conservation show, witness honeybees build comb in real time and escape to the wild. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Ride the Shotover Jet&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A historical gold-bearing site with turquoise rapids and rugged canyon walls, a ride along the Shotover River is unmissable \u2013 and as the only boat permitted to operate in this section of the river, The Shotover Jet is as exclusive as it gets. Dart through narrow valleys and succumb to gravity-defying stunts, all while witnessing a natural wonder like no other. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_64905db0bdc2d620ae0736ae8de33689\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" data-lux-event=\"gallery_carousel\" data-lux-event-trigger=\"splide-moved\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/essential-queenstown\/rez:PSTV8Q\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/388g2lpmjchg9wfwr3b.jpeg\" alt=\"Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/49w9zryz5yqpmr1pa26.jpeg\" alt=\"Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/01tdrk3p73a6wkcbg7e8.jpeg\" alt=\"Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/essential-queenstown\/rez:PSTV8Q\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>37 Shotover Street<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Scenic Jet Boat Ride &#038; 4WD Wilderness Adventure with Gold Panning &#038; Snacks<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$247<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.<\/strong> <strong>Take a gondola ride up Bob\u2019s Peak &#8230;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no better way to see Queenstown&#8217;s natural gems than from the soaring heights of Bob\u2019s Peak, with panoramic views along the way. Ascend the mountain in the steepest cable car ride in the Southern Hemisphere \u2013 the Skyline Gondola \u2013 and enjoy views over the city, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains. At the summit, savour a sky-high buffet lunch at the glass-paneled Stratosfare Restaurant &amp; Bar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_f46a8dd788c2cf5ecd6db7be1c28488d\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" data-lux-event=\"gallery_carousel\" data-lux-event-trigger=\"splide-moved\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: The Carlin Boutique Hotel, Queenstown, New Zealand\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/the-carlin-boutique-hotel\/dfed1df2-0ea1-4293-a1b5-e14d7e46f71c\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP  mapped \" data-name=\"The Carlin Boutique Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img 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https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_scale,w_1200,h_1200\/rtfbbqarc19le6tiu6y.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 400px, 400px\" alt=\"The Carlin Boutique Hotel, Queenstown, New Zealand 8\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/the-carlin-boutique-hotel\/dfed1df2-0ea1-4293-a1b5-e14d7e46f71c\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP deal_card mapped \" data-name=\"The Carlin Boutique Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Carlin Boutique Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You&#8217;re sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 8 hot tubs, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.<\/div><div class=\"rating_box\"><span class=\"rating_count gold \">9.4<\/span><span class=\"rating_label\">Exceptional<\/span><span class=\"rating_reviews\">9 reviews<\/span><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$6,098<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. &#8230; and come back down on the Skyline Luge<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What goes up must come down. Descend Bob\u2019s Peak on the Skyline Luge, a winding ride somewhere between a go-kart and toboggan. Using gravity as its main motor, there are two tracks with different gradients, catering to every kind of adventurer. With options for every age, this is a turbo-charged experience for the whole family. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Board the TSS Earnslaw on Lake Wakatipu <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Step back in time aboard the iconic century-old coal-fired steamship, the TSS Earnslaw. The oldest passenger-carrying ship in the Southern Hemisphere, this vintage voyage glides through Lake Wakatipu \u2013 the turquoise jewel in Queenstown\u2019s crown. The kids will be wonderstruck watching the crew stoke the fireboxes and listening to the engine whistle as it glides through the crystal-clear glacial lake.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6.<\/strong> <strong>Ski, snowboard and star gaze<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From June to October, the snowy slopes of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone are just waiting to be shredded. With plenty of beginner classes on offer and bus services running from the town centre, there\u2019s no better place for the family to chill out. The cooler months happen to coincide with Queenstown\u2019s star grazing season, and Cornet Peak extends its hours for night skiing as the sky twinkles above. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Hike, big or small&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With its snow-dusted mountains that frame vibrant blue waters, Queenstown doubles as a cosmopolitan town and convenient hiking destination. Drive just four minutes out of the centre to reach Queenstown Hill Time Walk \u2013 a three-hour summit through pine forests to reach Te Tapu-nui&#8217;s breathtaking views. If you&#8217;re walking with younger children, opt for the Queenstown Gardens Trail to explore the enchanting botanical gardens and take advantage of the playgrounds. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Take a day trip to Milford Sound&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the country\u2019s most awe-inspiring attractions, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.milford-sound.co.nz\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.milford-sound.co.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Milford Sound<\/a>, is reachable from Queenstown by car or shuttle bus, weaving through mountainous terrain along the way. A treasure within Fiordland National Park, it consists of hilly landscapes, where deep blue waters fill the valleys carved from ancient glacial activity. Book one of the various guided tours in the sound and go chasing waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover Queenstown<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover Queenstown\">\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__arrows\">\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button>\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<div class=\"splide__track\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000QS7XSYA1\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_471d74f636463c50370a9f6cf3ca31ee\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/gibbston-valley-lodge-and-spa-central-otago-new-zealand\/006RF00000QS7XSYA1\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Gibbston Valley Lodge &#038; Spa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/hnf360gtgazoxjm9gyb.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Gibbston Valley Lodge &amp; Spa, Gibbston Valley, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Gibbston Valley, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Gibbston Valley Lodge &amp; Spa<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Award-Winning New Zealand Escape near Queenstown with NZ$100 Spa Credit &#038; Daily Free-Flow Sparkling Wine<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 villa from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$699<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$779<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$1,694<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-54%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000ScB0mYAF\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_9d0a2461152804b3becbe9734e51a231\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-spire-hotel-queenstown-new-zealand\/006RF00000ScB0mYAF\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Spire Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/cm6of78b5ua0jno5fk3s.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Spire Hotel, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Spire Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Five-Star Central Queenstown Suites with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Drink &#038; NZ$100 Dining Credit<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 suite from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,029<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,099<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$2,195<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-49%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000V7ZVTYA3\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_a4823f35cc4ee546b97f2a8d76af0ec8\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/hulbert-house-queenstown-new-zealand\/006RF00000V7ZVTYA3\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Hulbert House\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q7afcg0erpel7yrz1hao.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hulbert House, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Hulbert House<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Queenstown Victorian Lakeside Villa with Nightly Drinks, Canapes &#038; Daily Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$799<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$869<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$1,617<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-46%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006Ii000002Ilw5IAC\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_e22312204195502d59a16e868ddfba1a\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/novotel-queenstown-lakeside-south-island-new-zealand\/006Ii000002Ilw5IAC\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Novotel Queenstown Lakeside\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/d9pifhkqypfqo9zup7a0r.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Novotel Queenstown Lakeside<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Tranquil Queenstown Alpine Indulgence on Lake Wakatipu with Onsite Restaurant &#038; Bar<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">1 night, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$135<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$147<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y000008h6QrAAI\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_19b40b979148ea8b1c6bf17a318e115c\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-rees-hotel-luxury-apartments-and-lakeside-residences-queenstown-new-zealand\/0062y000008h6QrAAI\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/okm8oeiza3127bmz63t.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Remarkable Five-Star Queenstown Escape on Shores of Lake Wakatipu with Private Beach<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">3 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$716<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$740<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_8e37ca6d-d741-4236-9459-9ea6c359909d\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_6625ca55b8d5ac76c7da6096e1456115\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/kamana-lakehouse\/8e37ca6d-d741-4236-9459-9ea6c359909d\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Kamana Lakehouse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/6cb172py96otnb9q89v.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Kamana Lakehouse, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Kamana Lakehouse<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Dip into one of the 3 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include hot springs. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,209<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y00000JRes7AAD\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_a22c151dae74220644967b1bb01c7ad2\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/peppers-beacon-queenstown-new-zealand\/0062y00000JRes7AAD\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel    \" data-name=\"Peppers Beacon Queenstown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/5pv1a982cdmcilw4ccpc.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Peppers Beacon Queenstown, Queenstown, New Zealand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Peppers Beacon Queenstown<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Peppers Queenstown Escape Overlooking Lake Wakatipu &#038; 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