Blue Peaks Lodge

Very satisfied with our first stop in Queenstown. It's super convenient – the bus from the airport drops you off right next to the hotel. The room was clean and tidy, the bathroom was quite spacious, and the kitchen was easy and smooth to use. The front desk staff were very helpful; even with a language barrier, they were patient and accommodating, using a translator. The location is great, close to Queenstown Gardens and the lake (though the town isn't huge anyway), perfect for an early morning stroll to experience Queenstown's mornings. Free parking is available for guests. Just a heads up, if you book through 🐬, there's a 2.5 NZD offline payment required.

The staff were very friendly and spoke Chinese, offering helpful information. The in-room washing machine and dryer were a definite plus (though they were a bit noisy).

The hotel is about a 15-minute bus ride from the airport, and the bus stop is only a 2-3 minute walk away. It's located on a hillside, and a downhill stroll will get you to Big Face Burger and the town center in about ten minutes. You can also walk to the cable car in about 15-20 minutes. Just be prepared for a bit of a climb back to the hotel! The room comes with a microwave and a mini-fridge, which are very handy. The room itself is clean, bright, comfortable, and spacious.

The town isn't very big, and the hotel isn't in the main commercial area, but it's only a few minutes' walk away. This time, I didn't book a room in advance; I ended up booking it just one day beforehand, and there weren't many rooms left in the entire town. I ended up paying 1800 RMB for this small room. The room itself was fine; it had all the necessities, except for toiletries. It had a radiator for heating, and the kitchen was fully equipped.

Absolutely perfect! Exceeded all expectations! I was a bit worried it might be a run-down American-style motel, but the facilities were excellent, well-equipped, and clean. The only minor drawback is that some rooms facing the road can be a bit noisy. But overall, this was the best hotel I booked in New Zealand! The location is also fantastic and very convenient. All in all, it completely surpassed my expectations!

I really like this hotel; it's my second time staying here. It feels very familiar, is within walking distance to Queenstown town center, and it's also very convenient for cooking. The only downside is perhaps the lack of a view from the window. Everything else I really enjoyed.