Queenstown

Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is New Zealand’s premier four-season lake and alpine resort. From bungy jumping to wine trails, jet boating to tramping, fishing to skiing, staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await you around every corner. 

Unlike most towns of 17,000 people, Queenstown enjoys a reputation for sophistication second to none. Throughout the day the atmospheric hubbub of central Queenstown is fueled by thousands of visitors busy planning their activities, choosing from one of countless restaurants or café bars, or shopping for souvenirs.

Residents are catered to in a town which features primary and high schools, comprehensive medical facilities including a hospital, excellent infrastructure, sports clubs, an international airport, and the attraction of having all manner of activities on the doorstep, starting with six world-class golf courses.

Lord of the Rings was the last great epic shot in Queenstown and remote hilltops became global stars that dwarfed many actors’ performances.

Easy accessibility means Queenstowners can escape to the wilds literally within minutes from the resort on foot. There’s such a wide selection of tracks that walkers, runners, and even mountain bikers can have huge tracts of land to themselves without seeing another soul for hours.

Come winter, the slopes of The Remarkables and Coronet Peak are home to skiers from around the world who come to enjoy excellent conditions backed up with the very latest in snowmaking technology. And all this less than an hour from the town centre with three more fields only an extra 30 minutes or so away.

At dusk the hills put on their own spectacular show to send the sun away to the west, as the sky turns from blue to pink to flaming orange, all lit from behind the far ranges.

For the quieter life, Arrowtown snuggles in the folds of the mountains at the foot of the Crown Range. Its village feel belies the fact it's home not only to international standard cuisine and shopping, but also world-class golf, globally recognized wineries, and an enviably relaxed atmosphere.

With such a vibrant tourism industry, population forecasts for Queenstown, Arrowtown, and the Wakatipu Basin are very healthy indeed. Dwindling local land resources and a history of bucking national and international trends all add up to good news for property investors and lifestylers alike.

How Many People Live in Queenstown?

Population: 17,000

What Languages Are Spoken in Queenstown?

Language: English

What is the Currency in Queenstown?

Currency: New Zealand Dollar

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