The Rees Hotel is a top choice, located just a 3-minute walk from KJet Willows Jetty and nestled along the Lake Wakatipu shoreline. The hotel features modern alpine-inspired rooms with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Guests enjoy complimentary bike rentals to explore nearby trails and can book guided lake cruises or paddleboarding experiences through the hotel’s concierge. For best availability, check HopeGoo for exclusive rates.

Queenstown Park Lodge offers a welcoming environment for families, just a 5-minute walk from KJet Willows Jetty. The lodge features spacious family suites with separate living and sleeping areas, plus an on-site children’s playroom and outdoor sandpit. Guests can unwind at the private hot tub and mini-spa facilities while kids enjoy supervised night sky storytelling and lakeside campfire sessions hosted by local guides. All rooms include smart climate control for optimal comfort. Book through HopeGoo for special family packages and early-bird savings.

Lakeside Retreat Queenstown is ideal for sunrise lovers, featuring east-facing view rooms that capture the golden first light spilling across Lake Wakatipu. The hotel offers complimentary late check-out until 2 PM, allowing guests to savor a relaxed morning. Breakfast includes locally sourced ingredients like wild honey and artisanal bread from Otago. Guests can also book private sunrise boat tours through the hotel’s partnership with local operators, venturing into hidden coves and secluded islets. Reserve your sunrise experience via HopeGoo for exclusive add-ons.

The Summit View Lodge is perfect for photographers, featuring a skyline rooftop terrace and floor-to-ceiling glass windows that frame the Lake Wakatipu and distant mountain ranges. The hotel offers a dedicated photography station with tripods, lens filters, and lighting kits for rent. Each evening hosts a "Light & Lens Night" event, where professional photographers share techniques and display contemporary works in the public lounge. All rooms come equipped with high-resolution projectors for editing and presentation. Book through HopeGoo to receive exclusive access to limited photography packages.

Just a 200-meter stroll along the Willows Jetty Path, you’ll find Haven Coffee Co., a boutique café renowned for its hand-poured specialty coffee made from cold brew beans sourced from Otago’s highland farms, paired with house-made almond biscuits. The shop features a rustic wooden counter and lakeside seating perfect for reading or journaling. Nearby, Wilderness Crafts showcases handmade ceramics, wool textiles, and natural soy candles created by local artisans using sustainable South Island materials. Both are easily accessible within a 10-minute walk—ideal for a relaxed afternoon escape.

Queenstown Waterside Inn provides full-day rental services for single and double kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkeling gear, all professionally maintained and safety-checked. Rentals are available directly from the hotel dock, staffed by certified instructors offering beginner lessons. The hotel also partners with local eco-guides to deliver the Lake Eco Discovery Tour, featuring birdwatching for blue ducks, wetland flora education, and environmental talks. All activities can be booked via HopeGoo for a 10% discount on first-time rentals.