Boydtown Travel Guide
Queenstown
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Popular places to visit
Skyline Queenstown
Take one of the world’s steepest cable-car rides to the top of picturesque Bob’s Peak for views across Lake Wakatipu and beyond.
Queenstown Mall
During your visit to Queenstown, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queenstown Mall. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.
Queenstown Gardens
Play a round of disc golf, or join a touch-rugby match at these historic botanic gardens on the banks of Lake Wakatipu.
Kiwi Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.
Queenstown Beach
Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
Things to do
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet
Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise
Queenstown: Ice Bar Entry with Warm Winter Gear and Drink
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
Top hotels in Boydtown
Pinewood Queenstown
"Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The location is close enough to the town centre and an easy walk. There are many different accommodation buildings spread over a large property, giving a spacious holiday park feel. Facilities are old but everything worked, including the heater."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Abba Court Motel & Apartments
"We enjoyed staying in the property. It was clean and convenient to walk to the town centre."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Bella Vista Queenstown
"Great place to stay, super clean and comfortable and within walking distance of town. Great parking on site. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Reavers Lodge
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
"The room was spacious, staff were very friendly."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Kamana Lakehouse
"The room was perfect, refrigerator, nice shower and super clean. The staff was excellent at breakfast with our special needs and allergies (Kevin!). We enjoyed the soak with our own private enclosure outside to enjoy stargazing and the wine that was served to us! All was perfect!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Boydtown
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.
Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Queenstown Event Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.
Fernhill
Fernhill is well-regarded for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and fantastic lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Lake Wakatipu, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Goldfield Heights
Though Goldfield Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.
Sunshine Bay
Visitors to Sunshine Bay like its mountain views and restaurants, and Lake Wakatipu is a sight worth a stop.
