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Our top choices for Sunshine Bay hotels

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1. Azur Luxury Lodge

Azur Luxury Lodge
5.0 star property
Sunshine Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL property, incredible views from every room. Amazing staff. Truly 1000/10 experience and would come back. "
United States
Maya
The price is SAR 2,655
SAR 3,054 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Azur Luxury Lodge
A modern building with a wooden exterior, a glass door, and a small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table.

2. Ora Retreat

Ora Retreat
3.0 star property
Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"This is more of a B&B vibe and I am absolutely all for it!!! Amazing host and accommodations. Very private cabins with plenty of amenities and the view is beautiful of the late and mountains! Will absolutely be staying here again."
United States
Levi
The price is SAR 3,228
SAR 3,734 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Ora Retreat
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.

3. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.2 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and lovely hotel"
Australia
Olivia
The price is SAR 731
SAR 841 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
QT Queenstown
A dining table with breakfast items and a view of a lake and mountains.

4. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.4 km from Sunshine Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful suite , very spacious with a gorgeous view"
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is SAR 702
SAR 808 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
A dining table with a view of snow-capped mountains and a lake.

5. Mövenpick Queenstown

Mövenpick Queenstown
4.0 star property
Fernhill, 1.2 km from Sunshine Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great rooms and breakfast"
Australia
Kelli
The price is SAR 438
SAR 504 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mövenpick Queenstown
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.

6. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
1.4 km from Sunshine Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,024 reviews)
"We absolutely loved this hotel! Staff was very friendly, facilities were clean and was in a great location to Queenstown city center."
United States
Mark
The price is SAR 540
SAR 621 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a parking lot.

7. Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located in the center of town, surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars, and a short walk to the wharf. As this was my first time in Queenstown, I definitely made the right choice staying at the Sofitel Queenstown Hotel."
Japan
Yuji
The price is SAR 970
SAR 1,115 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
A modern living room with a sofa and a glass coffee table, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain and sea view.

8. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 1.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (703 reviews)
"The accommodation was very clean and comfortable to stay relaxed for a couple of days. It was close to the city centre, so easy to walk 10 mins to visit nice cafes and restaurants . It was also easy to communicate with the reception and number of parking spots were available. Would love to visit again!"
Australia
So Yeon
The price is SAR 343
SAR 397 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Highview Apartments
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

9. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill, 0.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (696 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is SAR 748
SAR 860 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A terrace with a table and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

10. Peppers Beacon Queenstown

Peppers Beacon Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.3 km from Sunshine Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,315 reviews)
"Great location!"
Australia
Daniel
The price is SAR 526
SAR 605 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
A balcony with a fire feature, seating, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

11. Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.6 km from Sunshine Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good for a family of 4 for 5 nights"
Australia
Antonio
The price is SAR 787
SAR 905 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a chair, and a view of mountains.

12. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.8 km from Sunshine Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Had a great stay. We stayed in the superior mountain view room and it was well kept and warm, the view of the remarkables from our room was amazing. The staff was lovely. The shared kitchen and bbq area was great. Would recommend staying here"
Australia
Benjamin Charles
The price is SAR 365
SAR 441 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
A golf course with a lake and mountains in the background.

13. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.2 km from Sunshine Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,061 reviews)
"Great location Great staff. Comfortable room with great views of Remarkables"
United Kingdom
Kenneth
The price is SAR 596
SAR 685 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and tables, surrounded by modern buildings and a mountain in the background.

14. voco Queenstown by IHG

voco Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.2 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, design and vibe"
Australia
Rupert
The price is SAR 567
SAR 652 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
voco Queenstown by IHG
A modern multi-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

15. Scenic Suites Queenstown

Scenic Suites Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.2 km from Sunshine Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice room and pleasent staff"
Australia
Latasha
The price is SAR 486
SAR 559 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Scenic Suites Queenstown
A room with a view of mountains and a lake. There is a round table and two chairs.

16. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.2 km from Sunshine Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"really good last minute booking good price. happy. Great to have a balcony. Room clean."
Australia
Adrian
The price is SAR 546
SAR 628 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
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17. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.9 km from Sunshine Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"awesome helpful staff, beautiful location, great coffee and so close to the lake and town"
Australia
TASH
The price is SAR 633
SAR 727 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
A sign for the Coronation Hotel Reception with a clear sky and cherry blossoms in the background.

18. Coronation Lodge

Coronation Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (479 reviews)
"Great value for money with a very short walk to Queenstown gardens, CBD and waterfront."
Australia
Michele
The price is SAR 659
SAR 758 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Coronation Lodge
A modern kitchen with a large window, a stone wall, and a fireplace.

19. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel

Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (491 reviews)
"Everything a boutique hotel should be--enthusiastic staff, comfortable rooms and a great location. No complaints at all."
United States
Mark
The price is SAR 1,089
SAR 1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
A building with a sign reading "DAIRY THE PRIVATE LIVING HOTEL" with a mountainous backdrop.

20. The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 2.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (390 reviews)
"Very unique little hotel, very accommodating and homely with many included food and beverages included in stay."
Australia
Zoe Olivia
The price is SAR 917
SAR 1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
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Where to stay in Sunshine Bay

Find the best Sunshine Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A lake with a boat, people on the shore, and a mountain in the background.

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.

A mountainous landscape with snow-covered peaks, a deep blue lake, and a valley below.

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

Nestled on the lower slopes of Ben Lomond mountain, this suburb offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and Sunshine Bay. Explore walking and biking tracks, and access Queenstown via a single road.

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.

Top Sunshine Bay Hotel Reviews

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and nice balcony with views. Room was spacious and linen was very good. Small refridgerator and kettle. Nice toiletries and very comfortable bed."
Carmela 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

What is Sunshine Bay like?
Sunshine Bay is a neighborhood that travelers like for its ski areas, restaurants, and sporting events. Consider a visit to Lake Wakatipu as part of your Sunshine Bay travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Sunshine Bay?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Azur Luxury Lodge is the highest ranked property in Sunshine Bay. This lodge offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is Hidden Lodge Queenstown.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Sunshine Bay area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Queenstown, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 37 Sunshine Bay hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sunshine Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Sunshine Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Sunshine Bay?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Sunshine Bay, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Queenstown neighborhood?
Lake Wakatipu is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Sunshine Bay. Mt Crichton Loop Track and Ben Lomond Track are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Queenstown.