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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
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL property, incredible views from every room. Amazing staff. Truly 1000/10 experience and would come back. "
United States
Maya
The price is NT$25,811
NT$29,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay at the modern, artsy QT Queenstown! The views from the bar are incredible and the staff is very welcoming and kind!"
United States
Emily
The price is NT$8,056
NT$9,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful suite , very spacious with a gorgeous view"
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NT$7,691
NT$8,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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.

5. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 1.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 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 NT$4,653
NT$5,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Highview Apartments
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a parking lot.

6. 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, (753 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 NT$9,452
NT$10,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
A terrace with a table and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

7. 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 NT$5,123
NT$5,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
A golf course with a lake and mountains in the background.

8. 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, (1,068 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is NT$5,816
NT$6,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
A balcony with a fire feature, seating, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

9. 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 NT$7,545
NT$8,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
A modern hotel with a central courtyard, surrounded by residential buildings, with a mountain range in the background.

10. 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 position and very walkable into and back from town centre."
Australia
Phillip Daniel
The price is NT$5,962
NT$6,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
voco Queenstown by IHG
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11. Mövenpick Queenstown

Mövenpick Queenstown
4.0 star property
Fernhill, 1.2 km from Sunshine Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, everything is good"
Australia
Zehao
The price is NT$4,185
NT$4,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Mövenpick Queenstown
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.

12. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
1.4 km from Sunshine Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 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 NT$16,643
NT$19,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
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13. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"awesome helpful staff, beautiful location, great coffee and so close to the lake and town"
Australia
TASH
The price is NT$6,123
NT$7,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

14. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill, 0.9 km from Sunshine Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (701 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is NT$7,235
NT$8,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Kamana Lakehouse
A modern kitchen with a large window, a stone wall, and a fireplace.

15. 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 NT$9,599
NT$11,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a chair, and a view of mountains.

16. 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, (578 reviews)
"Great place, set up beautifully and very modern and clean. Also in a great location in town. Very happy"
Australia
Paige Jeanette
The price is NT$3,434
NT$4,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

17. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre, 3.2 km from Sunshine Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice one to stay, very close to city center."
Australia
Yujia
The price is NT$4,312
NT$5,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Mi-pad Queenstown
A room with a view of mountains and a lake. There is a round table and two chairs.

18. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"really good last minute booking good price. happy. Great to have a balcony. Room clean."
Australia
Adrian
The price is NT$4,524
NT$5,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

19. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
5.1 km from Sunshine Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect trip!"
Australia
Yuxuan
The price is NT$10,351
NT$11,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

20. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
3.7 km from Sunshine Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,594 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NT$4,346
NT$4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
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Compare popular hotels in Sunshine Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of mountains and a lake through an open window.
Azur Luxury Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
92 reviews
View
A modern building with a wooden exterior, a glass door, and a small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table.
Ora Retreat
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
11 reviews
View
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.
QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A dining table with breakfast items and a view of a lake and mountains.
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
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.
Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
707 reviews
View

Where to stay in Sunshine Bay

Find the best Sunshine Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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

Stay in this picturesque part of Queenstown where the airport is located to enjoy spectacular mountain views and relaxed lakeside walks.

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

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

8/10 Good
"Great location and clean and helpful staff"
Brendon 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

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.