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Situated on the waterfront of Queenstown Bay, Prime Restaurant & Bar specialises in steak and New Zealand cuisine. Open daily, Prime has a variety of dining options including outdoor lakeside seating, a spacious upstairs balcony and a versatile restaurant and bar area.

Come experience dining, drinking and partying under the sun and stars thanks to the amazing opening roof at Winnies World Famous Gourmet Pizza Bar. You can find us in the The Mall in the centre of Queenstown in one of the towns oldest buildings, a former old school cinema. We specialise in gourmet pizza's served in a friendly, casual dining style. Take a booth in the restaurant, sit by the fire, on our sunny drenched balcony or call us for a takeaway delivery.

The Bathhouse - situated in one of the wolrds most stunning water front locations – on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the Bathhouse provides a dining experience to remember! Menus designed around regionally relevant cuisine, boasting the freshest and most exvciting seasonal foods of New Zealand mixed with international flavours. One of the countrys leading gastronomic destinations for all day breakfast, lunch or dinner! Main courses from £12

Queenstown's "secret" bar! The discreet entrance is hidden down a small street with no signs or adverts, but once you've found it you will want to return! The cool atmosphere and huge open fire give the place a very exclusive feel, with classic cocktails and fantastic food to match! Sunshine World Guests get specil VIP rates - 20% off!!

A free beer with any Main Meal (great value food served from 4-10pm daily) -$5 off of any of our (infamous) teapot cocktails -A free coffee with any breakfast burrito or sandwich (both of which can be packed for a mountain-top lunch) at Traffic Café. (Traffic is in the same building)

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Mercure Resort Queenstown is the prefect base to explore this spectacular region for a superb skiing, snowboarding winter experience. The hotel offers exceptional 360 degree panoramic views over Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountains. Situated in an alpine paradise and located only 3 minutes drive from the centre of town, with its vibrant shopping, cafes and unlimited range of activities. This 148 room Alpine hotel boasts superb lake or pool views from every room and offers many resort facilities including a ski / boot drying room, open fires, spa and sauna.

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The Grand Mercure St Moritz - nestled on a hillside overlooking Lake and Mountains, the alpine lodge-style design of St Moritz truly embraces its alpine setting. Judged best hotel in New Zealand for three consecutive years at the Tourism Awards, and holder of the prestigious Distinction Award, St Moritz has become Queenstown’s premier hotel property.

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The Dairy: Renowned for its personal service and attention to detail, in 2005 The Dairy was named as the top boutique accommodation in the Queenstown Business Excellence Awards. Just a minutes walk from the centre, with surrounding mountain views and stylish decor, this establishment is a perfect place to unwind all year round. The outdoor courtyard with its open fire is the perfect place to recount the days adventures!

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Queenstown Boutique B&B: Celebrating 25yrs this Easter, Queenstown House are committed to providing a unique experience to our visitors, not just a bed for the night! With a complimentary evening meal for all Sunshine World winter guests, amazing deluxe breakfast, and complimentary wine, cheeses and seasonal treats this place is a luxurious retreat just four minutes walk from the centre of town! Rooms from £55 per night.

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Scenic Circle Aurum Hotel and Suites: One of Queenstown's most favourable locations! Five minutes walk from town, but with an elevation to capture spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains. Linked to the Scenic Circle A-Line Hotel with an adjoining reception area, yet still it has its own style,and prides itself on the rustic yet luxurious feel and hospitality that will make your holiday even more special!

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Scenic Circle A-Line Hotel: Close to the centre of town, yet still with fantastic views. Linked to the Scenic Circle Aurum Hotel & Suites with an adjoining reception area, yet still with a character all of its own - the distinct design and friendly service gives it the "Swiss" feel of an alpine chalet!

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Sherwood Manor: Set in a goldmine village atmosphere, with courtesy shuttles into town and a complimentary daily newspaper to make you feel at home! Set a little out of town allows you to get some peace - and the fantastic views of the area! - when you need it, but the shuttles mean you can still be in town in five minutes!

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Rydges Hotel: info coming soon!

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Well known for its adrenalin-chasing activities, the fun continues through the night! With a huge number of bars and clubs Queenstown is the party town of the south! There's something to suit whatever mood you're in – for a great pizza and a beer try Winnie's, if the rugby's on watch it on the huge screens of the Q-Lounge or with the crowds that fill Pog Mahones. If you've got your dancing shoes on head to the World Bar or Altitude – big dance floors and fun music till the early hours!

Your Sunshine World guest status will get you numerous discounts and VIP treatment at many of the bars and clubs - have a look through to see whats on offer!

Fraser's Bar: All your favourite sports events shown on big screen tv's, nightly give-aways and parties into the night! hours 9pm-10pm everyday, 2 for 1 Strawberry Daquiris from 10 - midnight 7 days a week. Friendly bar staff and a true kiwi experience!

Red Rock: A place for backpackers and locals alike. Lively music, garden bar and pool table make this a great choice an action packed night! Happy hours and regular action and ski field give aways spice things up, and the huge All Day breakfast for $10 is perfect for the morning after! Queenstown's oldest public bar, happy hours 4-6pm and 7-8pm everyday.


Altitude: The newest bar in Queenstown, and one of our favourite haunts!! Excellent priced drinks – and happy hours every night! Entertainment from fish racing to blind date shows, an awesome sound system and big dance floor create a fantastic atmosphere. Often hosts some great entertainment, with prizes! Definitely worth a visit – particularly Monday and Thursday nights. Also offers a range of meals all day, to enjoy by the open fire or in the outside courtyard.


Minus 5: An unique experience – truly the "coolest" bar in QT! Everything – from the walls to the seats to the glasses that hold famous vodka cocktails – is made of ice! Take a thirty minute tour – open to everyone, sheepskin jackets, boots and gloves provided, and a free cocktail – it's a bar you'll never forget.


12 Bar is a piece of sophisticated, contemporary Queenstown cool. Offering an intimate drinking experience on a grand scale. Downstairs behind the sweeping tiled bar beats a heart of passion for its fine wines, champagnes, and inspired cocktails. The grand piano sits elegantly beneath a six foot drop chandelier. The sounds hit the right note to the style and tone of the evenings from live jazz to sexy deep house music. Upstairs the mezzanine lounge with its sleek open fire compliments the gorgeously seductive private rooms, all with table service. Alternatively, sit out on the balcony and take in the beautiful lake views. The sumptuous candlelit atmosphere makes the 12 bar a truly memorable experience no matter how large or small the party.

It's time to Get in the Buff at the Buffalo Club this summer. A few drinks with friends, a cosy booth, shooting some pool on our five tables, a cold beer on the sunny balcony, big screen sports action or partying the night away on the dancefloor - The Buffalo Club has it all! Don't forget happy hour daily from 5-6 & 10-11pm. Planning a party - we can organise drinks, food and entertainment for groups small and large.

stylish cocktail bar/nightclub with an underground location and an underground vibe. Subculture puts heavy emphasis on quality music, hosting around 16 international acts every year, with out of town acts from around Aotearoa every week, plus Queenstowns most respected local DJ lineup. Recent visitors include Aphrodite, DJ Revolution, The Beat Junkies, Trinity Roots, Shapeshifter, P-Money & Scribe. The sound system is the phattest in town, with fine wines & cocktails and friendly staff. Sunshine World guests get an entrance discount, and $3 off "Cocaine Rush" - bubbles and redbull!

Famously hard to find, hidden down town with no signs or advertisements, just a plain wooden door. Inside the cool atmosphere and huge open fire give the place a very exclusive feel, with classic cocktails and fantastic food to match! Sunshine World Guests get special VIP rates - 20% off!! Good bar staff, good drinks and great food make it probably the coolest bar in Queenstown – definitely worth finding, and once you have - you'll be back!

Another favourite for a party with vents through the week, and cheap drinks from 5 till 8 every day. Unusual décor including telephones hung on the wall give a really funky feel! You can't come to Queenstown without trying the famous cocktail teapots - half price from 10.30pm - things could get messy! For SUNSHINE guests only: free beer with any Main Meal (great value food served from 4-10pm daily) -$5 off of any of the (infamous) teapot cocktails -A free coffee with any breakfast burrito or sandwich (both of which can be packed for a mountain-top lunch) at Traffic Café. (Traffic is in the same building)

Surreal - Fresh organic food with an Asian twist, great for eating, relaxing, drinking AND dancing! From 10pm the restaurant is transformed by live DJs - bring on house, techno, and big beat - a different style of music every night!

Chico's - If you're looking for great food and a pretty wild night, this is the place to go! Chico's puts on live music most nights, and is the place to be when everywhere else closes at about 2am and you want to carry on dancing!

The Loaded Hog - A great location by the lake, this is the place for good food, good beer, and good prices. You can relax on the leather sofas by the fire, or head there later on a Friday or Saturday when the DJs start spinning...

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Activities in Queenstown

Whether it’s the adrenalin rush of jumping out of a plane, or the tranquillity of cruising across mountain lakes that you are seeking, you will find it in Queenstown. the appropriately named “adventure capital of the world” boasts just about every activity you could imagine – from sky diving, bungy jumping, jet boating and white water rafting to scenic hiking, wine tours and cruises. here

We can organise any activities that you are interested in to fit with your itinerary!

  • Bungy Jumping - from bridge jumps to the highest in the world – the Nevis Bungy!!
  • Jet Boating and jet boat safaris
  • White and Black water rafting
  • Cruising, kayaking and scenic flights around Milford and Doubtful Sounds
  • Sky Diving
  • Paragliding
  • Wildlife safaris – kiwi and birdlife, exoctic animals and jet boat safaris
  • Seeing the views from the Queenstown Gondola
  • Race down the skyline Luge
  • Helicopter flights
  • Heliskiing
  • Canyon swing
  • Take a trip to the beautiful Stewart island to see penguins and albatross
  • Guided hikes and walks
  • Enjoy lunch on the Queenstown steamboat
  • Wine trails
  • Panning for gold
  • Clay pigeon shooting
  • Kayaking and canoeing
  • Horse riding and trekking
  • Golf/mini golf
  • Panning for gold
  • 4WD tour
  • Harley Davidson tour
  • Lord of the Rings tour

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