From Queenstown Airport, it was only a 15min and NZ$2 bus ride to the hotel. We stayed at Heartland Hotel, which was built chalet-style. Rooms, though not the most modern, were comfortable enough for the stay.






The best thing about the room though was the incredible view of the mountains and lake from my room at the 3rd (and topmost) floor!




The hotel was only a short 5-10min walk downslope to town. Queenstown would be hosting a Winter Pride just a week after my stay.




First meal at Queenstown would be some Fish and chips by the lake (while avoiding the attacks at the chips by seagulls and ducks).






Enjoying the sight of the beautiful Lake Wakatipu, with mountain ranges around.










Walked towards the small town area, with the usual tourist shops, restaurants and boutiques.