Boydtown
Queenstown


Popular places to visit

Queenstown Gardens
From flower beds to disc golf, this garden on the banks of Lake Wakatipu is full of pleasant surprises.

Skyline Queenstown
Experience one of the world's steepest cable-car journeys and enjoy stunning views from Bob's Peak across Queenstown and the beautiful Lake Wakatipu.

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.

Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Get up-close and personal with New Zealand's national bird at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.

TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Follow in Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip’s regal footsteps and boat down Lake Wakatipu on board this century-old steamship.

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.
Things to do

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise

TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
Top hotels in Boydtown

Pinewood Queenstown
Room, staff and location
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Reavers Lodge
It was ideal for our trip.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Abba Court Motel & Apartments
Nice quiet location and staff are friendly
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Bella Vista Queenstown
Clean room. Laundry room. Walkable to town.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Kamana Lakehouse
Clean room, amazing view deck, friendly front desk staff, free parking, wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Holly on the front desk was AMAZING
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.

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.

Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Queenstown Event Centre and Remarkables Park Town Centre while in the area.
