There are endless adventures to be had in New Zealand, but if you love the outdoors, Queenstown is a must-visit destination. With ski fields, jet boating, bungee jumping, and some of the best mountain bike trails youโll ever ride, Queenstown is also home to some truly spectacular Airbnbs, cementing it as one of New Zealandโs most popular holiday spots.
Whether your trip is booked for the icy depths of winter or the warmer months, there are a handful of properties that stand head and shoulders above the rest. So if youโre hunting for the best Airbnbs in Queenstown to lock in as a โhome base,โ weโve got you covered below.
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Lakehouse Villa 3, Queenstown
Set against the glittering backdrop of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range, this villa is Queenstown just about as refined as Airbnbs get.
The interiors are light and expansive, featuring soaring ceilings, American oak accents, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the incredible views on offer; while thereโs also a gas fireplace for when the mercury dips.
Outside, thereโs a generously proportioned balcony and built-in BBQ that make for the perfect spot to enjoy golden sunsets and a cocktail or two. And if all that wasnโt enough, this Airbnb is located just three minutes from the heart of Queenstown.
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Rating: 4.95 Stars (107 reviews)
Guests: Eight
Pricing: From $1,568 per night (late September)
Tall Tree House, Mount Creighton
Tucked among beech forest and native birdsong, this remarkable retreat has won no less than four different awards for its design by Carolin Friese architecture.
From every angle, itโs an impressive home thatโs been built to the rigorous Passive House standards, not only offering year-round warmth, but fresh alpine air and spring-fed water.
Thereโs a spa pool to unwind in, unforgettable views from the sunken patio, and a cinematic projector to retire in front of after the sun dips below the horizon. Itโs a home thatโs undeniably thoughtful and modern in its design, and thanks to the rich shade of forest green the interior is painted in, feels deeply connected to the surrounding wilderness.
Location: Mount Creighton
Rating: 4.87 Stars (45 reviews)
Guests: Four
Pricing: Unavailable
Seffers Dome, Ben Lomond
Nothing reminds you that youโre in pristine wilderness like sleeping under a blanket of stars, and thatโs exactly what youโll find at this unique Queenstown Airbnb, with Seffers Dome offering some of the best views of the night sky youโll ever experience.
Perched above Moke Lake with sweeping alpine vistas, expect a glamping experience with premium comforts such as a queen-sized bed, NZ wool duvets, and plush sheepskins for extra warmth.
Youโll also enjoy a private bathroom with a hot shower and a flushing toilet, and a compact kitchen for mealtimes. As remote as it is romantic, this is where luxury meets raw New Zealand beauty. No Wi-Fi. No crowds. Just quiet.
Location: Ben Lomond
Rating: 4.8 Stars (44 reviews)
Guests: Three
Pricing: From $402 per night (late October)
Lakeside Cabin, Queenstown
Located to the southwest of Queenstown proper โ a few minutes drive or about a 20-minute walk away โ this lakeside cabin has sweeping vistas you wonโt forget in a hurry.
With a beautifully designed interior, complete with timber ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, itโs also got a well-equipped kitchen and two spacious bedrooms upstairs. Whether youโre there for adventure or relaxation, this hillside haven makes an unforgettable base in the heart of Queenstown.
Location: Queenstown
Rating: 4.8 Stars (25 reviews)
Guests: Four
Pricing: From $475 per night (early August)
Mountain View Lodge, Jacks Point
This architecturally designed home flaunts some of the largest windows youโll ever see in an Airbnb, offering uninterrupted views of nearby Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables beyond. But while the design of the property will have you never wanting to leave, its details will have you making a shopping list for your own home, including oak floors, Persian rugs, and plush bedrooms dressed in NZ wool, silk, as well as linen.
Youโll be able to relax by the fireside, sink into the spa under a canopy of stars, or simply enjoy the contemporary luxuries like the Samsung Frame TV and adjoining Sonos sound system. Just seven minutes from the airport, its location is yet another boon offered by this lodge.
Location: Jacks Point
Rating: 4.97 Stars (32 reviews)
Guests: Six
Pricing: From $945 per night
Crystal Waters Suite 4, Queenstown
At this point, youโre probably getting the impression all the best Airbnbs in Queenstown have great views of Lake Whakatipu and The Remarkables. And generally speaking, youโd be right.
Crystal Waters Suite 4 is another such property, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the vista, a well-equipped kitchen to cook up a storm, and a wood burner for the winter months.
The balcony makes for the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee, while the cedar hot tub is the only place youโll want to be after a big day of hiking, mountain bike riding, or whatever other extreme sport takes your fancy that day. A few minutes from Queenstown, this home remains wonderfully secluded, fusing luxury and landscape with authority.
Location: Queenstown
Rating: 4.99 Stars (456 reviews)
Guests: Four
Pricing: From $805 per night (late July)
Stone Stables, Queenstown
Stone Stables is one of the few noteworthy Airbnbs that arenโt located on the shores of Lake Whakatipu, situated around a 20-minute drive from Queenstown, but much closer to the ski fields of Cardrona, Coronet Peak, and The Remarkables.
With a history that dates back more than a century, this home was once a resting stop for travellers and has been beautifully restored with plenty of modern comforts, without losing its rustic character.
Expect a king bed, cosy wood burner, sleek kitchen, and an ensuite with a double stone shower. Thereโs also a private garden and a sauna to enjoy outside, giving you ample opportunity to enjoy the crisp mountain air.
Location: Queenstown
Rating: 4.93 Stars (163 reviews)
Guests: Two
Pricing: From $320 per night (late August)
The Cabin, Queenstown
If youโre in Queenstown to enjoy a world-class ski season, The Cabin could be the perfect base camp.
With a design that reminds one of traditional European mountain chalets, this one-bedroom retreat offers sweeping views of both lake and mountains, a private cedar hot tub, and an open-plan living area warmed by a log-burning fire.
Thereโs also a fully equipped kitchen, plush linens to sink into after a day on the slopes, and even a firepit that invites you to enjoy the canopy of stars above. Tucked into the forest at the base of Ben Lomond and just nine minutes from Queenstown, consider it home away from home.
Location: Queenstown
Rating: 4.94 Stars (265 reviews)
Guests: Two
Pricing: From $450 per night (late August)
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