Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan W.
Nov 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NZ vacation
Jonathan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Entire apartment
The Essence of Queenstown
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Experience Queenstown's vibrant city life at this inner-city apartment on Shotover Street. Step into the open-plan kitchen, living and dining area with glass sliding doors opening to a spacious deck showcasing spectacular views of The Remarkables and Lake Whakatipu.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
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About this property
The Essence of Queenstown
Welcome to 'The Essence of Queenstown', a beautiful holiday rental nestled in the heart of Queenstown, Otago. Fall in love with the stunning city, lake, and mountain views offered from the large balcony. This stunning property is ideal for intimate escapes or memorable family holidays.
The property is designed to comfort and spoil up to six guests with three luxurious bedrooms. Each bedroom is outfitted with an en-suite bathroom featuring sustainable refill body soap, conditioner, and shampoo.
No stone has been left unturned when it comes to amenities. Step into an oasis of bliss with air conditioning, a fireplace, and underfloor heating that ensures a comfortable stay regardless of the season. The fully equipped kitchen comes with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and cooking basics that brings out the chef in you.
Never miss a beat with Sky TV and Wi-Fi keeping you entertained and connected. Additionally, the holiday rental boasts a balcony with a BBQ setup, a private living room with an integrated sound system, and a dining area for memorable family meals or social get-togethers.
Those looking for outdoor adventures will have easy access to the ski storage and a ski and snowboard drying room. The property also provides a car parking space, elevators, and wheelchair accessibility, ensuring optimum convenience.
Situated right at the pulse of Queenstown, 'The Essence of Queenstown' puts you in proximity to the city's vibrant entertainment scene and nature's tranquil beauty.
Serene, elegant, and laced with luxury, 'The Essence of Queenstown' awaits your arrival to create unforgettable holiday moments!
The property is designed to comfort and spoil up to six guests with three luxurious bedrooms. Each bedroom is outfitted with an en-suite bathroom featuring sustainable refill body soap, conditioner, and shampoo.
No stone has been left unturned when it comes to amenities. Step into an oasis of bliss with air conditioning, a fireplace, and underfloor heating that ensures a comfortable stay regardless of the season. The fully equipped kitchen comes with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and cooking basics that brings out the chef in you.
Never miss a beat with Sky TV and Wi-Fi keeping you entertained and connected. Additionally, the holiday rental boasts a balcony with a BBQ setup, a private living room with an integrated sound system, and a dining area for memorable family meals or social get-togethers.
Those looking for outdoor adventures will have easy access to the ski storage and a ski and snowboard drying room. The property also provides a car parking space, elevators, and wheelchair accessibility, ensuring optimum convenience.
Situated right at the pulse of Queenstown, 'The Essence of Queenstown' puts you in proximity to the city's vibrant entertainment scene and nature's tranquil beauty.
Serene, elegant, and laced with luxury, 'The Essence of Queenstown' awaits your arrival to create unforgettable holiday moments!
Property amenities
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car not required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- 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
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
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
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
42_157
About the neighborhood
Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighborhood in Queenstown, this apartment is in the mountains and on a lake. Williams Cottage and St Josephs Parish are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market and Steamer Wharf. Underwater Observatory and Queenstown Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Queenstown travel guide
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What's nearby
Queenstown Beach3 min walk - 0.3 km
Queenstown Mall3 min walk - 0.3 km
TSS Earnslaw Steamship3 min walk - 0.3 km
Kiwi Park7 min walk - 0.6 km
Skyline Queenstown8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
- Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)9 min drive
Restaurants
- Fergburger1 min walk
- Patagonia Chocolates2 min walk
- Smiths Craft Beer House1 min walk
- My Thai Lounge3 min walk
- Saigon Kingdom2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Essence of Queenstown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
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?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Essence of Queenstown located?
Located in Queenstown City Centre, this apartment building is steps 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
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Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark K.
Feb 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location
Spectacular property in a central location
Mark K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharlene D.
Sep 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Fantastic property in an awesome location. Will definitely be back
Sharlene D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sutharak S.
Aug 16, 2024
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.
Sutharak S.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean G.
Aug 10, 2024
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!
Sean G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Barry G.
Nov 20, 2024
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.
Barry G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Graham B.
Aug 7, 2022
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
Graham B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Yohei
Jan 29, 2026
Yohei
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026