What is Sunshine Bay like?

Sunshine Bay is a neighbourhood that travellers 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 the best accommodation 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 favourite option in the neighbourhood 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 20 Sunshine Bay hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sunshine Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Sunshine Bay.

What is there to do around this Queenstown neighbourhood?

Lake Wakatipu is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Sunshine Bay. Mt Crichton Loop Track and Ben Lomond Walkway are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Queenstown.

Top 10 Sunshine Bay Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Sunshine Bay

"Honestly this is an amazing hotel, and we definitely recommend. It is a bit pricey but if you are looking for a relaxed break, this is definitely the hotel you want to go to. All other hotels are more convenient for doing activities as you are closer to town, though this is an amazing hotel to just take a break, or for holiday home if you have a big family. The staff here are honestly so helpful and treat you like family, they all take care of you to your personalised likings. This is also the...

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

"Well stocked and maintained apartment. It had everything we needed. Helpful host, too. We loved our stay!"

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19 Jan - 20 Jan

"Lovely base with parking for Queenstown, Glenorchy and the rest. Cosy vibes and clean and fun with the included hot tubs over Lake Wakatipu!"

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23 Jan - 24 Jan

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"wonderful "

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7 Feb - 8 Feb

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas

"We had a lovely large suite. Huge bed was very comfortable. Would recommend And appreciated the upgrade "

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19 Jan - 20 Jan

"Gorgeous little unit in a quiet area. Stylishly decorated, beautifully clean and met all our needs."

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23 Jan - 24 Jan

"Beautiful view, the best since uphill. Nice apartment. Walking distance to park, boat, dining options but property is uphill and everything else is down hill. "

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4 Feb - 5 Feb

"This is a beautiful place on a beautiful street. The house feels like home. Our only problem was that the air conditioning doesn’t cool the upstairs bedrooms. We don’t mind sleeping with the windows opened except the street is very busy and loud, even at night until 11:00pm."

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7 Feb - 8 Feb

"Beautiful apartment, easy walk into Queenstown centre "

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

"It was perfect for our stay. The room cleaning service and breakfast was excellent."

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19 Jan - 20 Jan

"Easy flat walk into centre. Need to put sign up directing people to lift from underground car park. I struggled to lift my suitcase up the steps"

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2 Feb - 3 Feb

"Great stay "

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30 Jan - 31 Jan

"Perfect location. The second bedroom was very dark with almost no window to open. Parking is very tricky if you have a big car. We had a Toyota highland and couldn’t park it, because there was a bigger car parked next to ours. Luckily they had extra spots available for the 3 nights we were there. "

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2 Feb - 3 Feb

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

"Hotel is older and facilities are a bit dated, but good-sized room (with a nice balcony overlooking the lake) and clean. Very pricy, but that should be expected for Queenstown during the Christmas season. Excellent location across the street from the lake and short walk to central Queenstown. "

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

"The hotel was great, my only complaint is that I paid $40 a night for car parking and each night it was full. Had to park on the street a couple of time. Why sell the park space if you sell to many and there is is t enough space? Am I paying for the opportunity to park?"

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20 Jan - 21 Jan

"Great location and comfortable room. Room was on first floor about the restaurant, but that's what you get with hotels dot com. Otherwise, really nice hotel."

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

"Ccc"

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19 Jan - 20 Jan

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

"Absolutely loved staying here. Such great value. Excellent location. Short walk to everything. Just perfect. "

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24 Jan - 25 Jan

"perfect location just the age of the property that could be done better to improve. Perfect family stay with small kids "

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6 Feb - 7 Feb

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Where to stay in Sunshine Bay

Destinations near Queenstown Learn more about Sunshine Bay

Queenstown Beach showing a pebble beach, skydiving and a small town or village

Queenstown City Centre

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.