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The Essence of Queenstown

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$2,340
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Essence of Queenstown

This recently refurbished inner-city apartment is situated in an unbeatable location on Shotover Street, seconds from the array of world-class restaurants and bars on offer and only a few minutes walk to Skyline Gondola.

Featuring a modern open plan kitchen, living and dining area with glass sliding doors opening to a spacious deck showcasing the spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu & the mountains. Ducted heating and a gas fire provide a warming ambience and ensure you are cosy on the coldest of winter days.

Three bedrooms, each with their own private ensuite and a second balcony opening off the master bedroom ensure there is plenty of space for everyone to relax.

- Three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment
- Spectacular views of The Remarkables and Lake Whakatipu
- Surrounded by Queenstown’s most popular bars and restaurants
- Located in the centre of Queenstown’s CBD
- 1x Undercover car park (height limit 2050 mm/205 cm)
- Ski storage with boot warmers

Bed configuration:
- 1x King Split (can be made up as two singles on request)
- 1x King Split (can be made up as two singles on request)
- 1x King

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Property manager

Relaxaway Holiday Homes

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

42_157

About the area

Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighbourhood in Queenstown, this apartment is in the mountains and on a lake. Williams Cottage and St Josephs Parish are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market and Steamer Wharf. Underwater Observatory and Cookie Time are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Queenstown, Otago

What's nearby

  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queenstown Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queenstown Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergburger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pub On Wharf - ‬3 min walk
  • Smiths Craft Beer House
  • ‪Mrs. Ferg Beach Street - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essence of Queenstown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essence of Queenstown?

As of 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence of Queenstown on 15 Aug 2025 start from NZ$2,340.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Essence of Queenstown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Essence of Queenstown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Essence of Queenstown located?

Located in Queenstown City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Fear Factory Queenstown, Toi o Tahuna and Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market. SKYCITY Wharf Casino and Skycity Queenstown Casino are just steps away.

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The Essence of Queenstown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NZ vacation

Highlight of our trip. Wonderful property. Very convenient to all activities in central Queenstown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Queenstown

Location was excellent, property is spot on for an enjoyable stay in the centre of Queenstown
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Fantastic property in an awesome location. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sutharak S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is an impeccable to stay.

The place is very tasefully decorated. Kitchen is fully equipped. The location is superb, situated right in the heart of town close to ships, restaurants. We enjoyed our stay in this apartment so much that we will book for next year. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a perfect location!

Absolutely great apartment! Exceptionally clean and well appointed. We stayed for a ski holiday, and the location was great for walking to shops & dinner. The enclosed parking space and gear room with glove/boot dryer were very nice additions. You will not find a better location in Queenstown. We highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon

Excellent property, great location, easy to follow instructions re all detail. Closeness to Bar and Gym creates some downside. Otherwise Great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location

Spectacular property in a central location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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