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French-alpine luxury meets New Zealand gold-mining heritage. Turquoise and gold lobby tones, velvet and candlelight in the bar, marble everywhere. It could feel stuffy, but the Kiwi informality cuts through.
Club Lounge access (included with Luxury Rooms and all suites) offers drinks and canapés from 4:30–6:30pm daily — skip paying for pre-dinner drinks elsewhere
Why It Matters
One of Queenstown's only true 5-star city-center hotels. Home to Le Petit Salon, led by former New Zealand Chef of the Year Lindsay Bennett, and the acclaimed Jervois Steakhouse. The L'Occitane spa partnership (launched late 2024) added a Māori Greenstone Massage ritual and cedar-wood Jacuzzi to a property that was already strong on wellness.
A 5-star city-center property that wraps French luxury aesthetics around genuine Kiwi character. Set on Duke Street in central Queenstown, it's three minutes on foot from Lake Wakatipu and a short walk from pretty much everything worth doing in town. The vibe is French-alpine: marble bathrooms, velvet drapes, possum throws, and a speakeasy bar hiding behind a velvet curtain in the lobby. 84 rooms and suites across seven categories, four dining venues, and a spa freshly rebranded under an L'Occitane partnership. Note: no pool on property, and parking is offsite at extra cost.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Junior Suite
Separate living area with a dining table for four, plush couch, armchair, coffee table, and a private Juliette balcony. The bedroom is anchored by the Sofitel MyBed. Marble bathroom with double spa bath and rain shower.
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Luxury Room
A step up in position — these rooms face the majestic Remarkables mountain range. Same marble bathroom setup as Superior, with the Sofitel MyBed and pillow menu. Guests in Luxury Rooms gain access to the Club Lounge for evening drinks and canapés.
KingOpera Suite
A spacious studio-style suite — open plan and flooded with natural light. King-size Sofitel MyBed with pillow menu, marble bathroom with underfloor heating. Some configurations include an outdoor patio with Jacuzzi.
King
Penthouse No. 10
Top-floor statement suite with sweeping Lake Wakatipu views and a spacious private terrace with a 6-person outdoor Jacuzzi. Two separate living areas, an 8-seat dining table, a Bose sound system, private movie theatre room, walk-in wardrobe, and a bathroom with a built-in TV. The hotel's flagship room.
KingPenthouse No. 5
A self-contained penthouse with an open-plan kitchen and lounge anchored by an electric fireplace. Private patio included. Considered the hotel's premium penthouse for its kitchen setup and independent living capability.
KingPrestige Suite
The elite suite tier with a generous separate living area, two plush couches, armchair, coffee table, dining table for four, and a private Juliette balcony. King-size Sofitel MyBed, full marble bathroom with double spa bath.
KingSuperior Room
The entry-level room, though 'entry-level' is relative here. Most have a private Juliette balcony with town views. King-size Sofitel MyBed with pillow menu, marble bathroom with underfloor heating, double spa bath, and rain shower. Espresso machine, free WiFi, surround sound, and plush NZ possum throw included.
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Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
For guests in Luxury Rooms and all suite categories. Evening drinks, Le Goûter afternoon tea, and canapés curated by Head Chef Lindsay Bennett. Served in a dark-wood and red-velvet sanctuary.
Spa gift vouchers available via the hotel's online shop. Spa bookings can be made directly via the Spatime booking platform.
The hotel concierge team assists with booking Queenstown's full adventure menu: bungee jumping, skiing, scenic flights, wine tours to Central Otago, and day trips to Milford Sound and Wanaka.
Lake Wakatipu is 400 meters from the hotel — a 3-minute stroll to the lakeshore for walks, jetboat rides, and lake access.
Five-minute walk to the Queenstown Skyline Gondola and Luge, the city's most iconic viewpoint and adventure attraction. Hotel concierge can assist with bookings.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site ski storage for guests heading to the surrounding ski resorts.
Three meeting spaces: La Galerie (AV-integrated, medium-sized events), The Boardroom, and a Private Dining Suite. Full event catering available.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property.
24/7 gym with cardio equipment, strength machines, free weights, and mats.
Room service available during operating hours.
All rooms come with a pillow menu alongside the signature Sofitel MyBed.
All rooms include an in-room espresso machine.
Three boutiques operate within the hotel's complex.
No on-site parking. Hotel arranges access to nearby offsite parking at extra cost. Consistent point of guest feedback.
Post-treatment refreshment bar in the spa offering healthy teas and snacks.
Wood-clad Jacuzzi within the spa facility. Available for hotel guests and spa treatment guests.
Complimentary hammam access as part of the spa facility. Available for hotel guests.
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