Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa  

In the heart of Queenstown city centre, steps from Lake Wakatipu and the town's dining and entertainment precinct. Minutes from Toi o Tahuna and Fear Factory, and about 20.7 km from The Remarkables ski area; roughly 15 minutes from the airport. Address: 8 Duke Street, Queenstown.

A luxury hotel that mixes French-inspired antique touches with locally inspired design. About 82–84 rooms and suites feature private balconies with lake views, minibars, LCD televisions, and bathrooms with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Centrally located for walking to shops, restaurants and nearby adventure attractions.

Full-service spa with massage rooms, sauna and steam bath, plus a fitness center and gym. On-site bar, cafe and restaurant, 24-hour reception, concierge, babysitting/child services, laundry and dry cleaning, and parking (fees may apply). Ski assistance and a tour desk make it easy to book local excursions—wake up to Lake Wakatipu breezes from your balcony.

Two boutique conference spaces, a business center and meeting/banquet facilities for events. High-speed internet and wired connections available throughout the property.

Home to Left Bank Café/Bistro plus Jervois Steak House, Le Salon Rouge and 1789 Wine & Jazz Lounge, with snacks at the coffee shop and 24-hour room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered each morning for a fee.